Image: Aquatica [4 week]

Aquatica [4 week]

Sea Turtle Protecting Association·Bentota, Sri Lanka

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact SDG #14 by providing communities that live near marine and coastal areas, with concrete activities to improve the sustainability of the coast and protect marine wildlife that inhabit these ecosystems.
This project contributes to,
Image: Life Below Water - Target 14.1

Life Below Water - Target 14.1

By 2025, prevent and significantly reduce marine pollution of all kinds, in particular from land-based activities, including marine debris and nutrient pollution

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Incoming Preparation Seminar and onboarding
Feed and care for the sea turtles in the hatchery
Clean and maintain the hatchery premises by collecting garbage
Learn about the different sea turtle species in the hatchery
Week 2
Replace old tank water with fresh seawater
Clean and maintain the hatchery premises by collecting garbage
Conduct awareness sessions for visitors at the hatchery
Feed and care for the sea turtles in the hatchery
Week 3
Paint the turtle tanks and walls of the hatchery
Clean and maintain the hatchery premises by collecting garbage
Feed and care for the sea turtles in the hatchery
Replace old tank water with fresh seawater
Week 4
Participate in beach cleanup activities
Clean and maintain the hatchery premises by collecting garbage
Feed and care for the sea turtles in the hatchery
Final event and end of the project
Collect sea turtle eggs from the beach and prepare them for incubation

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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