Childcare Volunteer Programs in 31 countries

As a solo traveler, they made this experience easy to go through and all the coordinators were available for any advice for trips and transportation. Being able to see the culture and lifestyle of such a tight knit community was amazing and walking around with such friendly people everywhere was very amazing. I will never forget the memories and the children. Being able to teach them was such an amazing experience and they were all so loving and eager to learn and made the experience a lot of fun.

Three weeks in Mexico was an unforgettable experience. Overall when I look back at my time here in Mexico, I am very thankful to have had this opportunity. The kids that I met at my job placement were some of the funniest and humble kids Id ever met. I really enjoyed being someone these kids could talk to and be themselves with. It was super hard saying goodbye and they truly helped me grow as a person! However, I wish the program would have been more clear since the begining on what age groups we would be working with. It would have been very helpful when choosing which materials to bring. My stay at the volunteer house was a good choice because it was really nice being able to meet other likeminded people. The people are what made this whole experience worthwhile! The stay at the house was good, but some nights felt extremely hot and uncomfortable. Despite the sleep situation, I never felt uncomfortable or unsafe walking around the streets. Mexico is a wonderful country and I really enjoyed being apart of something bigger than myself. I'm glad I choose this program because it introduced me to so many great people and left me with an overall amazing experience.

The time I spent in Nepal has absolutely changed me and my perspective on life completely. I cannot even put into words how amazing of a time I've had and I am so grateful to the people that I have net along the way who have impacted me and my life so positively. I learned so much about the culture, food and people of Nepal but mostly I've learned so much about myself and I have come away from this programme so full of confidence and love for life. I adored the women and children that I worked with and I will never forget them. I also think that I was part of the most amazing group of volunteers. We grew so close so quickly and learned so much about each other and our different customs and cultures. IVHQ and Vertical Assent were a fantastic team to work with and anyone thinking about going through this agency need not have any worries. You're in good hands!

Last November I left the US for the first time to pursue a lifelong dream of exploring global orphan care. After researching different organizations, I decided to partner with IVHQ to volunteer at a local orphanage in Ghana. It was one of the best decisions I've made and certainly two of the most fulfilling weeks of my life.

I was expecting to fall in love with the kids-which I did, but I wasn't expecting to fall in love with the Ghanian culture and people-which I also did. I learned so many valuable life lessons that I wouldn't have been able to learn in other countries, and certainly not in any textbooks. The things you think you need to survive...you don't. And that's a liberating and humbling realization to make.

It wouldn't be a thorough review of my time in Ghana without giving a special shoutout to my good friend Evans, one of IVHQs staff. He was one of the highlights during my stay. He has a gift for making people feel like they're part of a family. With Evans around, there was never a time I didn't feel safe and hardly a time I felt like a foreigner. He was the first to show me around and always kept us laughing. It wouldn't have been the same without him and I'm sure if you choose to visit Ghana, you'll say the same! He's the man.

So if you're looking for an affordable way to get involved globally and want to make unforgettable memories, contact IVHQ today! I have absolutely no regrets in choosing them, and I'm confident that you won't either!

I do not have the words to fully explain how I feel about this program. It has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life and I will always cherish this place. The people: 10/10, the placement: 10/10 and the experience: 10/10. This place will change your life if you let it. The food was great, a bit salty at times. The childcare program was what I did and it was incredible. The childen and the teachers were all incredibly welcoming and though I did not speak any spanish when I arrived they were always ready to help and willing to try to communicate. THANK YOU IVHQ FOR EVERYTHING I HOPE TO COME BACK AGAIN!!!

My name is Marisol I am 24 years of age. I recently embarked on a Volunteer trip to Ghana, Africa. There, I helped with the Childcare program. I was placed at a orphanage called Potters Village. There is currently 150 kids there , ages 9months through 23 years of age. Even though I was only there for one week I fell in love with each and every one of the kids. They are full of joy and innocence. I was able to teach them some math during my stay and I was given the freedom to help with anything I wanted. Education is very important and I feel like we need volunteers who are willing to teach the kids. Kids are super smart and ready to learn. The people at the orphanage and Ghana in general are the sweetest people I have ever met. Everyone including the kids are always ready to help and make you feel at home. Ghana is super safe and I had no bad experience . IVHQ did a wonderful job on guiding me through the city of Accra and were great host. Africa is a beautiful place and I truly recommend it to anyone espcieally students so they can see the difference of lifestyles and couples who would be willing to adop a child. I definitely plan on going back as soon as possible.

I spent 4 weeks in Tanzania working in an orphanage. Going there I thought it would be good but had no idea what to expect. Now that I'm home all I want to do is to go back because the truth is, I has so happy in Africa, made so many new friends, ate some amazing food, my placement and my babies were incredible. To all considering going but are scared, just do it! You will have all the support in the world there!

I lived in Uganda for two months this summer and it was one of the best experiences of my life. I'm a college student and I really found the IVHQ program to be affordable, not to mention the support from the international staff and the local staff. My questions were always answered promptly and I always had access to any information that I needed. I really appreciated how approachable and communicative the staff was, especially since I was a woman traveling alone. I always felt very safe.

While in Uganda, I served at Royal Nursery and Daycare, a day school for children ages 3-9. The children stole my heart, the the needs of the school were numerous. I did what I could to help, really trying to listen to what the teachers needed, and I can only hope that future volunteers will do the same.

I also got the chance to travel while in country. I took multiple day trips to Kampala and Entebbe, since the program house is located on the main road between the two cities. I went to a Uganda soccer game. I went whitewater rafting on the Nile River in Jinja. I took a weekend hiking trip to Sipi Falls. I went to the botanical gardens and wildlife conservation center in Entebbe. I went shopping at many different craft markets.

The friendships I formed locally and with other volunteers are ones that I cherish. I got a cold while I was there and had to stay home for a few days and the local staff took such great care of me, making me special food and taking turns checking on me. It meant so much to me. overall, the program was a wonderful experience and I would recommend it to anyone looking for an opportunity to serve others while getting to travel and go on adventures. My only regret is that the summer ended so quickly.