Image: Rooted [4 weeks]

Rooted [4 weeks]

Dogs of Ella·Ella, 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 #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
Supporting behavior observation and reporting
Socializing with dogs, especially shy or traumatized ones
Leash training and supervised walking
Supporting grooming and general care
Cleaning shelter areas and maintaining hygiene standards
Supporting awareness campaigns and storytelling
Creating photo/video content for social media
Helping manage and guide other volunteers when required
Supporting adoption-related processes (photos, updates, communication)
Assisting in daily shelter routines and coordination
Supporting enrichment activities for mental stimulation
Animal Care & Welfare Assisting with feeding routines (preparation and supervised feeding)
Assisting with basic physiotherapy routines
Week 2
Animal Care & Welfare Assisting with feeding routines (preparation and supervised feeding)
Cleaning shelter areas and maintaining hygiene standards
Supporting grooming and general care
Leash training and supervised walking
Socializing with dogs, especially shy or traumatized ones
Supporting behavior observation and reporting
Assisting with basic physiotherapy routines
Supporting enrichment activities for mental stimulation
Assisting in daily shelter routines and coordination
Supporting adoption-related processes (photos, updates, communication)
Helping manage and guide other volunteers when required
Creating photo/video content for social media
Supporting awareness campaigns and storytelling
Week 3
Animal Care & Welfare Assisting with feeding routines (preparation and supervised feeding)
Cleaning shelter areas and maintaining hygiene standards
Supporting grooming and general care
Leash training and supervised walking
Socializing with dogs, especially shy or traumatized ones
Supporting behavior observation and reporting
Assisting with basic physiotherapy routines
Supporting enrichment activities for mental stimulation
Assisting in daily shelter routines and coordination
Supporting adoption-related processes (photos, updates, communication)
Helping manage and guide other volunteers when required
Creating photo/video content for social media
Supporting awareness campaigns and storytelling
Week 4
Assisting with basic physiotherapy routines
Animal Care & Welfare Assisting with feeding routines (preparation and supervised feeding)
Cleaning shelter areas and maintaining hygiene standards
Supporting grooming and general care
Leash training and supervised walking
Socializing with dogs, especially shy or traumatized ones
Supporting behavior observation and reporting
Assisting in daily shelter routines and coordination
Supporting adoption-related processes (photos, updates, communication)
Helping manage and guide other volunteers when required
Creating photo/video content for social media
Supporting awareness campaigns and storytelling
Supporting enrichment activities for mental stimulation

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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