Image: Rooted [4 weeks]

Rooted [4 weeks]

Forest School Colombo·Colombo, 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 Rooted [4 weeks]
The project aims to impact SDG #15 by building up communities' capacity to respond and act upon the degradation of natural habitat, diversity loss, and the protection of wildlife.
This project contributes to,
Image: Life On Land - Target 15.5

Life On Land - Target 15.5

Take urgent and significant action to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity and, by 2020, protect and prevent the extinction of threatened species.

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Identify threats to wildlife and habitats
Overview of local habitats
Introduction to biodiversity and ecosystems
Week 2
Biodiversity awareness session
Study of habitat types and species
Nature observation activity
Group discussion and reflection
Activity planning session
Week 3
Final activity planning
Sustainable lifestyle workshop
Eco-mapping activity
Hands-on ecosystem care
Learning conservation practices
Week 4
Traveling and sightseeing
Preparing project impact report and presentation
Submitting project impact report and presentation

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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