Our Volunteer Program offers a unique opportunity to live in the Amazon while applying your knowledge and skills. You'll work on projects at our Permaculture Center and collaborate with four local communities. Immerse yourself in the rich biodiversity of the rainforest, contribute to meaningful conservation efforts, and engage in cultural exchanges. This program provides a transformative experience, fostering personal growth and a deep connection with the Amazon and its people.
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Meet Scarlett, a Peruvian volunteer:
Your Journey in Three Inspiring Stages
0. First Three Days: Introduction to the Tropical Rainforest
You will begin your journey with three days dedicated to exploring the rainforest, familiarizing yourself with our space, and understanding our approach to work. This induction phase is essential for your integration into our community.
1. First Month: Following the Local Rhythm
During the first month, you will immerse yourself in the work rhythm of our local team. You will learn from their experience and contribute to our conservation and community development projects.
2. Second Month: Your Project, Your Leadership
In the second month, you will meet with our coordinators, Diego and Yann, to select a project you can lead and contribute to at Chaikuni. This phase encourages collaboration and innovation, allowing you to make a significant impact.
3. Third Month: Growing and Expanding
The third month is a natural continuation. If appropriate, you will take on more responsibilities and contribute more deeply to our efforts. This phase prepares you for a possible transition to becoming a long-term resident.
Becoming a Resident: A New Chapter
If you wish to continue your journey with us, you can apply to become a resident. This position comes with more responsibilities and benefits, including participation in community ceremonies, flexibility in your schedule, and access to our facilities in Iquitos.
Your time with us will be a transformative experience for you and a valuable contribution to our collective effort to preserve the Amazon and empower local communities. We look forward to welcoming passionate and committed individuals like you to our Volunteer Program! Together, we can create a lasting impact on the Amazon and the world.
Responsibilities
Most of the work involves helping in the plant nursery, creating plants for our demonstrative chacra and the chacras of the communities we work with, vegetable gardening, and of course, maintaining the chacras integrales. From the second month, we can identify a specific project you would like to lead that could benefit us, such as helping with promotion and marketing, photography, project design, food transformation, or organizing events with local communities.
Benefits
- Be part of a passionate team.
- Connect with the Amazon rainforest.
- Engage in a rich intercultural exchange.
- Have a meaningful experience.
- Receive support for your own permaculture or life project with permaculture design tools.
Skills Required
- Very good Spanish
- Physical fitness
- Openness to learn
Daily Life
- 7:00 - 9:00 am: Field Activities
- 9:00 am: Breakfast
- 10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Field Activities
- 1:00 pm: Lunch
- Afternoon: Time to integrate, relax, study, and connect with the beautiful nature we live in. Open space for community-led workshops and knowledge sharing.
Volunteers work from Monday to Friday and rest for two days a week. We may ask for your support on weekends when we hold events; it is your choice to accept or not. If you accept, you are invited to take your day off during the week. Volunteers organize themselves to cook and rotate between them. We bring food from Iquitos and complement it with our land harvest.
Program Fees
The program fee of $250 covers accommodation, meals, and transportation for your arrival and departure. Additional costs may include items like chocolate balls and handcrafted items from the nearby village, and transportation on your weekend if city life and restaurants call to you.
*Different accommodations available, check the registration form below for more details.
How to Register
- Fill Out the Notion Form: Provide your details and preferences here.
- Get a Call: We'll answer any questions you might have.
- Pay and Book Your Place: Secure your spot in the program.
We are waiting for you with open arms and hearts. Join us on this incredible journey of learning, growth, and connection with the Amazon and its people.
For additional questions, please contact: yann@chaikuni.org
