COLOMBIA.
CUNDINAMARCA

In many rural areas in Latin America, the education system is not fully developed, thus limiting the opportunities that children have. In the department of Cundinamarca, although it is very close to the capital Bogotá, there are situations of educational instability and inequality. 

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ICSEF has been helping the community for 50 years by offering university and college programmes in different regions of the country. Their students are very excited and eager to learn English!. 

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The project is located in the heart of the Andean region, near the town of Silvania in the department of Cundinamarca.

Nestled in the lush green mountains, Silvania offers a peaceful and vibrant natural environment, often referred to as “the garden of Cundinamarca” due to its rich biodiversity and pleasant climate. Volunteers will have the opportunity to discover and immerse themselves in the culture of local rural communities and explore the stunning landscapes filled with cloud forests, rivers, and agricultural fields.

The region is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, including numerous species of birds, butterflies, orchids, and native trees. Silvania and its surroundings serve as a transition zone between the high Andes and the lower tropical regions, making it a biodiversity hotspot.

Although Colombia is a diverse country with many cultural regions, Cundinamarca plays a central role in national identity. The rural traditions, agricultural practices, and deep connection to the land make this area a meaningful setting for cultural exchange and sustainable development projects. Each community has its own rhythms and customs, and volunteers will be welcomed into a lifestyle that values nature, hospitality, and community ties.

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Requirements: 
   - Volunteers must be intermediate or fluent in Spanish (B2, C1 or C2)
   - Volunteers need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 (at least two doses)