Why volunteer in Colombia?
There are many reasons why you should choose Colombia to volunteer. First, there is a large need for help here. There are many abandoned children, homeless and poverty-stricken people. Emerging Voices is one of the very few charities that tries to help all people in any situations by matching them with volunteers that have a common interest.
The people of Colombia are extremely welcoming and appr
Volunteering & Salsa:
Colombians know how to dance. The great thing is they are very willing to show you how it’s done! If you want structured lessons, there are salsa schools located close by in each of our locations. We can help you get in contact with them and arrange lessons on Friday and Saturday nights. Volunteers usually like to let their hair down and visit some of the local bars and
Volunteering & Spanish:
While you are in Colombia, it is a great opportunity to learn or improve your Spanish skills.
Formal lessons: we have local Colombian teachers who can provide you with lessons daily, or once or twice a week, as required. These are very affordable.
Informal opportunities: of course, every day, while at your projects and in your social time, you will have plenty opportunity to
Travel Opportunities:
There are dozens of great travel opportunities in Colombia. Here are some of our favorites:
Villa de Leyva: a beautiful colonial town declared a national monument in 1954 is a place to relax and escape the chilly heights of Bogotá, about four hours by bus from the capital. Enjoy the numerous impressive sights in the center of the town and wonderful landscapes close by. For n