Image: On the Map [4 week]

On the Map [4 week]

British English College International (Pvt) Ltd ·Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Global Volunteer

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

English, Chinese

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to contribute to SDG #8 by enhancing the capacity of local communities to build a promote sustainable local tourism activities that bring revenue and boost employavility in the region.
This project contributes to,
Image: Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.9

Decent Work And Economic Growth - Target 8.9

By 2030, devise and implement policies to promote sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Day 2: Volunteer/student/community introductions; explain roles, project goals and buddy system.
Day 5: Define target audience, campaign goals, content calendar and hashtag strategy
Day 4: Visit heritage and lesser-known attractions; document observations through photos and notes.
Day 3: Baseline assessment of students/community knowledge about Anuradhapura tourism.
Day 1: Partner onboarding and stakeholder introduction; understand project objectives and current tourism situation.
Week 2
Day 2: Junior Guide Training – communication and presentation skills
Day 5: Sustainable tourism workshop + student showcase/guided-tour script or video.
Day 4: Historical, cultural and environmental education about Anuradhapura
Day 3: Visitor engagement training and role-play exercises.
Week 2 – Education & Junior Tourism Guides. Day 1: Tourism, hospitality and cultural heritage awareness session.
Week 3
Day 5: Create video snippets/graphics and schedule initial posts.
Week 3 – Content Creation & Social Media. Day 1: Photography/content creation workshop.
Day 2: Create branded social-media templates and promotional materials.
Day 3: Set up/optimise social-media profiles and finalise content calendar
Day 4: Create tourism awareness posts, volunteer highlights and “Did You Know Anuradhapura?” content.
Week 4
Day 2: Stakeholder/guest outreach and engagement
Day 3: Launch “Meet Our Volunteers” / “Anuradhapura Hidden Gems” campaign and Q&A
Day 4: Collect testimonials and feedback from students, volunteers, guests and stakeholders.
Day 5: Publish impact/achievement posts, conduct final engagement and send thank-you messages.
Week 4 – Campaign & Closing. Day 1: Launch tourism awareness campaign.

Working hours

Tuesday to Saturday

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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