Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Volunteering
There are many international and local organisations that arrange voluntary work on regional development
projects in Morocco.
They generally pay nothing, sometimes not even providing lodging, and are aimed at young people look-
ing for something different to do for a few weeks over summer.
Some of these organisations are really summer camps and international exchange programs.
A good starting point is Lonely Planet's
The Big Trip,
a guide to gap years and overseas adventures that
includes a chapter on volunteering and working overseas, as well as a directory of resources.
Organisations
International or local organisations that sometimes have Morocco placements or camps:
Baraka Community Partnerships
(
www.barakacommunity.com
) At the Tijhza Village Project in the High
Atlas, this organisation needs help with schemes such as a reforestation program, repairing and renovating
poorer homes, supporting the two schools, establishing a preschool and mothers' group, and developing
compost toilets and bee-keeping programs.
Chantiers Sociaux Marocains
(CSM; 0537 26 24 00;
www.csmmorocco.org
)
Rabat-based NGO en-
gaged in nationwide health, education and development projects, with international volunteers aged 18 to
35.
Jeunesse des Chantiers Marocains
(
http://perso.menara.ma/youthcamps
)
A nonprofit, youth-focused
travel and cultural exchange organisation. Programs in Marrakesh include volunteering at a nursery school
or orphanage, with accommodation in a homestay organised.
Morocco Exchange
(
www.moroccoexchange.org
) Offers short-term student exchange and travel programs
with a focus on cross-cultural education through visiting cities and rural villages. Previous custom-made
programs have explored Morocco's medical system, the use of the French language, and women's rights.
Peace Corps
(
www.peacecorps.gov
)
Long-established US volunteer scheme with deep roots in Morocco;
volunteer programs lasting two years.
Projects Abroad
(
www.projects-abroad.co.uk
) The UK-based organisation offers Moroccan volunteering
holidays from healthcare to working with nomads.
Idealist.org
(
www.idealist.org
) Has volunteering and job opportunities in Morocco.
Volunteer Abroad
(
www.volunteerabroad.com/Morocco.cfm
) A good place to start looking for volunteer
places, as it provides links to organisations with Moroccan programs.
International Cultural Youth Exchange
(ICYE;
www.icye.org
) Allows you to search for upcoming Mo-
roccan volunteer opportunities.
