AMISAD A.C. is an educational institution with the mission of supporting people with some sort of mental handicap in order for them to develop personal independence. Likewise, it promotes an integral development of the residents through its educational model with the aim of engaging them in their own integration into society.
Activities:
Amisad proposes to the volunteers a very human and enriching experience through the daily accompanying of a group of mentally challenged people (recreational activities, meals, etc). The volunteers will participate and coorganise the following activities: Painting, Handcrafts, Kung-Fu, Tai Chi, Theatre, Gym (adapted), Football, Board games, Dance, Animal care, Cooking, Baking, Outdoor activities such as walking, swimming (pool), hiking, watching films, etc…
Duration of the project:
From 6-12 months.
Location:
Zapopan, Jalisco.
Food and Accommodation:
Volunteers will share a room in the centre's premises with two other volunteers. Meals will be prepared by everyone by turning teams - 2 or 3 people per day.
Travel:
By plane - Arrival airport is Tuxtla Gutiérrez. From the airport it is possible to catch a collective taxi or a shutter bus to San Cristóbal de las Casas. Volunteers can arrive in Mexico City and take a bus to San Cristobal de las Casas. The trip is long (13 hours) but cheaper than the plane. By Bus - Arrival bus terminal is OCC in San Cristóbal de las Casas. From there walk till the office.
Leisure activities:
There are many opportunities for volunteers to enjoy their stay in Mexico. Only in the state of Chiapas the possibilities to visit places and have an enriching cultural experience are many. Guatemala is also nearby and volunteers can take advantage of this geographical situation.
Drug use:
The drug situation in Mexico is quite complicated. While most of the violence occurs between the drug cartels and drug dealers, volunteers must be aware of the risks that imply the use of drugs. In any case the use of any type of drugs is prohibited in Nataté's house or any of the projects' premises. Nataté will not be tolerant with anyone using drugs in the house or in the projects. Not abiding to this rule will be a reason for being expelled.
Language:
Spanish is the main language in the project.
NB:
The volunteer will receive Spanish courses if needed as well as a basic training on Mental Disability.
Hosting Fee:
There is a participation fee of 2500 Mexican pesos per month (about 115 GBP). This fee covers accommodation and food plus administrative costs.
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