Misión México - Children's Refuge
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Описание
Misión México provides a loving, secure home for children and young adults of all ages who have been abused, neglected, orphaned or abandoned. Children and young adults are referred to us by the Government Welfare Department and we provide a loving and stable home for them for as long as they need it. The number of children and young adults in our care changes constantly, but on average we care for between 30 and 40 children on a permanent basis. Almost all of the children and young adults have suffered extreme poverty and abuse. Some have experienced unspeakable violence. Since it was established in 2001, Misión México has helped transform the lives of more than 250 children, giving them a much deserved second chance at life. All are regaining a sense of confidence and self respect having found Misión México. The refuge resembles a family home rather than an institution, where the children feel loved and secure. The children attend school, which some of them have not experienced before. They also have access to tutors to help with their studies, and access to education psychologists and therapists. The children are also learning to swim and surf and are the only surfers in Tapachula! Surfing is a previously unknown activity in the area, yet it has become a uniquely transforming sporting activity for these children. Our surfing programme is being introduced to enable the kids to find confidence in themselves and a belief that they can achieve anything they want.
Дополнительная информация
Misión México is situated in Tapachula, Chiapas, México, and is a registered charity in México and the UK, which partners with an approved Australian NGO.
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Английский/Не важен, Испанский/Не важенМестоположение
Mexico, Chiapas, TapachulaФотографии
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Участники (4)
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Mision Mexico provides all volunteers with onsite accommodation which includes either a private or shared bedroom, a shared kitchen, a shared bathroom, and a common room/hangout area. Free wifi is provided, as well as one meal each day. My primary role as a volunteer has been to assist the Mision Mexico staff in the running of the house. This means helping the children maintain their daily routines - getting ready for school, meals, extra curricular activities, homework, free time, and chores. A thorough introduction to this role is provided by the Volunteer Coordinator, with numerous training shifts to assist with your transition into the position. My recommendation to anyone thinking of volunteering with this organisation would be to spend as much time as you possibly can, eight weeks is not enough, these children will capture your hearts. If you are thinking of volunteering in Mexico, or with children in general, this is the place to do it!!
