Supporting Young Mothers Volunteering in Peru

What is the Supporting Young Mothers Volunteering in Peru all about?

Join us in Cusco and volunteer your support to young mothers and their children in Peru. As abortion is illegal and sex education is lacking, there has been an unfortunate increase in girls aged, 10 to 17, becoming pregnant. Cases of abuse have also become more common. We work with a small NGO that provides accommodation, support and opportunities for mothers. The project strives to create a family environment so that the mothers and their babies can develop and grow. It provides safety, socialization and education to help them prepare for a life independent of the project.

The project supports 10 young mothers and their child aged between 3 and 5 years old. The project provides basic nutrition, hygiene, childcare and household skills lessons to the mothers. It also teaches the women new skills, so that they can potentially develop a business and earn income in the future. Help these vulnerable, young women raise their children in a safe environment and open them up to opportunities for a better future.

Why choose this Support For Young Mothers programme In Peru?

The volunteer will perform a variety of duties depending on the needs of the project at the time of placement. The most frequent duties will revolve around childcare while the mothers are working or in school.

The mothers will benefit from learning new skills through volunteer-run activities and language exchange. That said, other duties may involve teaching English classes or other subjects to the mothers, preparing food in the kitchen, and leading art projects (especially for the children). It should be noted that the mothers are often absent from the home working or going to school. So volunteer will be largely responsible for children and will not have as many chances to interact with the mothers. They will be available 1 or 2 days per week for classes and other interactions

Meanwhile, volunteers will learn about themselves through cultural exchange and by helping others. You will also be able to practice your Spanish.

Role of the Community and Education volunteer

Most of the volunteer activities will evolve around childcare, such as baby care, meal preparation and feeding, general house chores, art classes for the children, and other game-like activities to encourage the development of the children on site.You will be solely in charge of the children while the mothers will be taking classes or working.  Other activities may involved teaching English classes or other subjects to the mothers when they are back at the centre.

What skills do I need to Support Young Mothers in Peru?

No particular skills are required to participate in this project, however, volunteers with a background in childcare will be beneficial. A basic level of Spanish is recommended (level A1 Basic User of CEFR).

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