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Kennedy Center Open House Arts Festival (Foggy Bottom)

2008-07-18T15:49:26-04:00

Volunteers Needed for 24th Annual Open House Festival

The Friends of the Kennedy Center volunteer program is in need of volunteers to assist with the 24th Annual Kennedy Center Open House Arts Festival from Noon -10:00 pm on Saturday, September 13, 2008. The festival features free performances and activities to the public. Volunteers will need to attend an orientation session and work either a 4-hour shift or for the entire day.
Benefits include the opportunity to work with artists from all over the country, a special Open House t-shirt, parking discounts on Open House, and a special thank you gift for your efforts.
To request an application, http://www.kennedy-center.org/support/volunteers/other.cfm?detail=festival or call the Friends Volunteer Hotline at (202) 416-8301.

English teaching program in Wenchang, China

2008-07-18T15:00:58-04:00

English teaching program in Wenchang
September 1 - September 28, 2008
September 29 - October 26, 2008
October 27 - November 23, 2008
November 24 - December 21, 2008

The project takes place in Wenchang, located in the Northeast of Hainan Island, about 70 km from the main city Haikou. Wenchang town consist of a closely related community with a rich culture. This is a special teaching project with a duration of one month. Two volunteers will be participating at a time.
The project tasks include developing friendship between the participants and the local students and teachers, teaching English to local students, learning Chinese and local language, participating in some sport games with the students. The students can dance and draw, and you can also learn a lot from them.
The project is an opportunity for the children to meet friends from other parts of the world and expand their horizons.

Special requirements: Interest in teaching and cultural work.

Age range: 18 and over

For more details and available dates, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-china.htm

Volunteer projects in other countries: www.cadip.org

t. 604.628.7400

Are You Looking for a Non Profit Fall Internship? (Downtown Washington, DC)

2008-07-18T14:37:29-04:00

Training and Community Education Intern
National Legal Aid and Defender Association

This is the right internship for you if:
� You want more experience in graphic design and website management
� You have an interest in non-profit event planning and administration
� You would like to gain work experience (particularly in the non-profit world) and are seeking professional mentorship
� You would like to work in a small, dynamic organization that has the
pursuit of equal justice as its mission

Responsibilities:
� Update and expand training Web resources (including conference pages, training networks and trainer best practices)
� Assist in design, layout, and editing of hard copy and web-based conference marketing materials (i.e. conference brochures and program books, save the date postcards, e-newsletters)
� Distribute session evaluation results to conference trainers, and collaborate with substantive conference staff to create web-based overall conference evaluations
� Update and expand trainer database
� Update and maintain training and special event archives
� Assist with compilation of information and updates of the Continuing Legal Education rules, regulations, and procedures
� Assist with preparations for the Annual Conference, our largest training event of the year: communications with session presenters, assembly of conference program book, and compilation of materials for CLE applications
� Help with event mailings, filing, preparation of event shipments, and other administrative tasks as needed

The ideal candidate will possess the following:
� Basic experience in website updates, using html code
� Proficient (at least 2 years experience) in QuarkXpress, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite
� Excellent verbal and written communication skills
� Strong planning, organizational, and collaborative skills
� Ability to multi-task and adapt to change
� Current enrollment as a college or university student

Background:
The National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) is the nation's leading advocate for front-line attorneys and other equal justice professionals - those who make a difference in the lives of low-income clients and their families and communities. Representing legal aid and defender programs, as well as individual advocates, NLADA is proud to be the oldest and largest national, nonprofit membership association devoting 100 percent of its resources to serving the broad equal justice community.

Application instructions:
Download an application from http://www.nlada.org/About/Internships/NLADA_Internships and complete. Send your application and resume attention Risa Hoffman by email to risa@nlada.org, by mail to 1140 Connecticut Ave., Suite 900, Washington, DC 20036 or by fax to 202-872-1031. Questions? Call Risa at 202-452-0620 x207

Help the Hungry -- TOMORROW !!! (near Dupont Circle)

2008-07-18T13:48:06-04:00

Food For All is a volunteer operated organization which fights hunger in DC every day of the year. Each Saturday we deliver groceries to homebound elderly, handicapped and families with young children. WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN TO HELP WITH THIS PROJECT !!!

There is no time committment or training necessary. If you have a car, great, but if not, we still need your help !!!! Please join us this Saturday or another to help fight hunger in DC.

You can reply by email for more information, or visit our website http://FoodForAllDC.org to sign up. Thanks for your time !!!

Volunteer in Urban Ministries located in your city of Washington, DC ( Washington, DC)

2008-07-18T13:45:15-04:00

Do you want to volunteer in urban ministries? Do you want to make a difference in Washington, DC?
ChristianVolunteering.org has over 3,000 volunteer opportunities serving youth, working at a soup kitchen, helping the homeless or helping the poor in many other ways.
You can also search through thousands of opportunities by zip code, interest area, skills, short-term mission trips, internships, or virtual volunteer opportunities (where you volunteer from home).
ChristianVolunteering.org connects high-quality Christian volunteers with Christian social service organizations, mission agencies, urban ministries, camps and churches.
To volunteer, visit http://www.christianvolunteering.org now!

Short Psychology Experiment: Win $50 Amazon.com gift certificate!

2008-07-18T13:40:53-04:00

The Social Psychology Lab at Bard College is looking for participants to
complete an online study. You must be 18 years of age or older in order to
complete the study. It will take approximately 10-15 minutes to
complete the study. You will be entered into a lottery to win a $50 gift certificate to amazon.com in exchange for your participation.

To begin the study click here:
http://inside.bard.edu/~psychexp/dist/start.html

If you have any questions, please contact psychexp@bard.edu.

Smithsonian Institution Volunteers Needed (Washington, DC)

2008-07-18T13:23:04-04:00

Volunteer at your national museum, the Smithsonian Institution. If you are at least 18 you may volunteer at a museum information desk located in one of the Smithsonian museums. Meet and talk to visitors from all over the world by answering their questions about Smithsonian museums, exhibitions, programs and activities.

Volunteers are needed who can commit to at least one year and who understand they will play a key role in enhancing the visitor experience. Fluency in English required; bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Museum information desks are staffed 7 days a week. Weekday assignments are 4 hours each week; weekend assignments are 4 hours biweekly. 2 hour evening assignments are available at the Smithsonian American Art Museum/National Portrait Gallery.

Classes begin September 2008. We anticipate the National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center will reopen in fall 2008. Please see http://www.si.edu/volunteer/visinfo.htm for more information and to apply.

CALLING ALL WOMEN OF ALL AGES! SHOW THE WORLD YOUR BEAUTY (DC)

2008-07-18T12:33:59-04:00

CALLING ALL BEAUTIFUL 20, 30, 40 AND 50 SOMTHINGS!
HELP ME SHOWCASE DC's FINEST WOMEN!!!

Timeless Beauty Event
Saturday July 19th ALL DAY!!!
time slots: 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm

� A FREE MARY KAY FACIAL AND PAMERING SESSION
� A BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTO SHOWING OFF YOUR BEAUTY IN MY PORTFOLIO
� A GIFT FOR BRINGING A FRIEND IN ANOTHER DECADE
� SWEET TREATS and REFRESHMENTS
� A CHANCE TO TAKE HOME YOUR NEW LOOK at an AWESOME DISCOUNT
� PRIZES ALL DAY!!
� NEED EXTRA MONEY TO STAY BEAUTIFUL? LEARN HOW!

SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED
Call, text or email Crystal for flyer and complete details!
Independent Beauty and Image Professional
202-425-1748 for a 1.5 hour reservation!
crystal_clear325@yahoo.com

Research Opportunities at Howard University

2008-07-18T12:00:16-04:00

Howard University is conducting a study on African Americans, to try to find specific genetic factors that predispose people to develop severe depression.

We need to find people to participate who have certain kinds of depression in themselves and in family members.

It would be very helpful if you might be willing to participate in the study by answering some questions about any history of depression that you might have had, and also about any observations you have had about depression in other family members.

There are two types of interviews in which one may participate in: Interviews that can be done over the phone for those individuals who are out of state, and in-person interviews for those individuals who are local to the Washington DC metro area.

All individuals, once enrolled will be compensated for their participation in this research study.

If this may be of interest to you, please don't hesitate to contact us toll free at 1(866)747-9522 or locally at 1(202)806-7642 or via email at oo-neal@howard.edu

Please note: If you leave a phone message or send us an email, please let us know a phone number where we can reach you, and a convenient time to call.

Compensation: $75 upon completion of study

volunteer needed for The Last Great American Roadtrip

2008-07-18T11:31:12-04:00

hello
we are a cooperative organization promoting a more cooperative economy. to launch our organization, we are working on a project called - The Last Great American Roadtrip, which will be blog, vlog and filmed from nashville to DC to NYC to san francisco. currently we are underhanded and need more volunteers to help us out. please feel free to visit our blogsite for more information and join our google group if interested. thank you and we hope to see you in DC!
http://moroadtrip.us
http://groups.google.com/group/moroadtrip

Campaign Volunteers Wanted (Washington, D.C.)

2008-07-18T11:02:43-04:00

Want to get involved in the political process? Then we have a job for you! Your skills and background will determine what you start out doing. Regardless, even if you start in an entry level position, you will quickly move up the ladder if you can demonstrate reliability, dedication, and a strong work ethic.

If you are interested in joining the team, send us an email today!

TOEFL Instructor (Metro Center/Chinatown DC)

2008-07-18T10:07:44-04:00

Catholic Charities is seeking an instructor for a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) class on Fridays 4:00-6:30 PM in the English Language/Civics Program. The class will assist international students and immigrants in obtaining a higher test score to enter college. Instructor will teach reading, listening, speaking and writing.

-Instructor will have a Bachelor's degree or higher and be able to clearly communicate English lessons.
-Instructor will be patient, flexible, organized, and able to work with diverse populations.
-Previous teaching experience preferred.

Please contact Tiffany if interested.

DC's Hungry Need Help !!! Saturday !! (near Dupont Circle)

2008-07-17T20:36:47-04:00

The Food For All DC program delivers food to poverty stricken members of our community. They tend to be elderly, handicapped, or single mothers with young children.

We are looking for energetic volunteers to help us distribute the food to our clients. If you have a vehicle, that is great, but we also need people without vehicles to help navigate and assist with the delivery process. It is great to come with a friend as well!

We meet each Saturday morning at a church in East Dupont Circle. You can get the exact location from our website, http://foodforalldc.org or by emailing us.

We begin packing the boxes at 9am, and begin sending the drivers out for delivery around 10:00 am. Most delivery routes take about 2 hours, and they are all within DC proper.

We do not need any sort of time committment aside from the few hours on the Saturday that you plan to participate. The atmosphere is extremely positive and this event has become a gathering place for many service-oriented DC area residents.

We hope to see you soon !!!

Youth Soccer Coach (DuPont Circle)

2008-07-17T18:19:44-04:00

Community-oriented organization seeking coach for young children's soccer program. If you're practiced in drills and games for young children, please respond to this email! Soccer program is held every Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 and the last day is August 16th.

Program is already underway, but we've determined that more help is needed!

Thank you!

Volunteer in an orphanage in Bulgaria!

2008-07-17T17:03:28-04:00

Social and recreation activities for the orphans of "Rodopski pansion" in Plovdiv, Bulgaria

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Charity projects of CADIP will try to make a difference in the hard life of the kids in an orphanage in Bulgaria during their summer break.
You and your creativity and lively attitude can be the best donation. Would you like to test yourself and get an unforgettable social experience?
Would you like to find new friends? Don't wait! Join us now!

phone: 604-628-7400 web: www.cadip.org

Charity project in support of an orphanage in Bulgaria (Volunteer abroad)

2008-07-17T16:20:30-04:00

"Rodopski pansion" is one of the biggest social establishments of that kind in Bulgaria, providing home and care for more than 140 young people at the ages of 5 to 16. Most of them have grown up in other children's social homes, and, when becoming teenagers, they come to "Rodopski pansion" in Plovdiv. They attend different high schools in the town.

The socially disadvantaged background of most of the children is considered to be the reason for many problems, which they face in school, in their contacts with other people, in their everyday life. Those who have completed 19 years are not subject of social care any more. They have to leave the orphanage and start an independent living. Many of them turn to be unprepared to make this step after spending all their lives up to now in Social care institutions. That's why the interaction with other young people from different countries while working, playing, learning together in the frame of an international volunteer project is essential for their socialization and adaptation.

The volunteers will be engaged with organizing variety of activities like: sports events, gardening, group games, thematic workshops, walks in the city of Plovdiv, visits to different sights and events, etc. for the children and the youngsters in order to optimize their free time during the summer period. Some maintenance and domestic works will be done together with the residents.

Because of the lack of funds and the difficult economic situation of the social establishment, the volunteers are invited to contribute with their creativity, enthusiasm and ideas. They have to know that this is definitely not a touristic or leisure program in which they just have to join in with the orphans. The experience of more than five years proves that even without expensive events, this can be an unforgettable and really rewarding time for the both sides - the volunteers and the youngsters.

The Orphanage is planning a new playground for the kids. If they get support from the sponsors and the construction starts as anticipated, the volunteers will help with the final works, cleaning the site and decoration of the playing equipment.

Project dates:
July 6 - July 19, 2008
July 20 - August 2, 2008
August 3 - August 16, 2008
August 17 - August 30, 2008

Accommodation and food will be provided for the participants at the orphanage boarding house.

More information about CADIP's Volunteer Program in Bulgaria and Enrolment procedure: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-bulgaria.htm

Volunteer projects in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

Give us a call: 604-628-7400

Preserving the culture of the hill tribes in Northern Thailand (www.cadip.org)

2008-07-17T15:10:34-04:00

Preserving the culture of the hill tribes in Northern Thailand
September 13 - September 28, 2008
November 8 - November 23, 2008
December 6 - December 21, 2008

Volunteer project: The Akhas are part of the Golden Triangle hill-tribe cultures. Like in the neighbouring countries where they also live, they face in Thailand strong difficulties to be recognised and to value their particularities. The AFECT organisation contributes since 1981 to the defence of their rights, youth empowerment, elders support and cultural preservation and study. The volunteers will learn about their culture and problematic situation and contribute to AFECT projects and the daily life of the Akha villages. The main objective of the project is cultural exchange between the volunteers and the local villagers but the participants of the project will also practically work in the communities doing several kinds of support and development works, like renovation of some community spaces or field works and farming with the villagers. The exact nature of the work will depend of the needs of the village at the moment of the project.

Study theme: The volunteers will learn about the AFECT campaigns and discover the Akha culture, lifestyle, particularities and problematic situation in Thailand from the inside and from Akha people themselves. An introduction to Akha and Thai language is foreseen.

Special requirements: No special Profile is required for this project. Nature lovers, ethnology fans and human rights activists will be particularly interested by this project. A large adaptability is required from the volunteers in any cases for these projects.

For more details visit: http://www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400

Renovation of schools and children's playgrounds in Pune (India)

2008-07-17T14:04:22-04:00

Renovation of schools and children's playgrounds in Pune
September 8 - September 21, 2008
October 13 - October 26, 2008

Pune may not be a cosmopolitan city as Mumbai is, but it is a pleasant getaway for all those who want to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Pune has a calm atmosphere, non-confronting people, and is certainly much more relaxed and peaceful than Mumbai. If you consider Maharashtra as a Marathi speaking state of India, then Pune can undoubtedly be called its capital, with its glorious past and high concentration of Marathi speaking people. Pune is also an internationally renowned educational center, being home to many institutions of repute like Film and Television Institute of India, Armed Forces Medical College, National Defence Academy and Symbiosis Educational Society.

Several schools in Pune need to be upgraded in terms of renovation. Blackboards, the main medium for communication between a teacher and the pupils need to be put in place in several schools. Imparting education to eager children is an extremely rewarding and fruitful challenge. Schools, which for the past fifty years haven't seen a fresh coat of paint, are being helped along the way. Volunteers will actively involve in sharing knowledge with hungry children. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy goes the saying. Several children haven't seen playground furniture such as slides, jungle gyms, etc. Volunteers will help install these at various playgrounds so that children get to release their bubbling cauldron of pent-up energies.

For more details visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-india.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org

Volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

t: 604-628-7400

Developing agriculture on former mobsters' land in the south of Italy (volunteer abroad)

2008-07-17T13:44:17-04:00

Developing agriculture on former mobsters' land in the south of Italy
Mesagne, Puglia
September 1 - September 15, 2008

Volunteer project: Mesagne is a city lying in the northern area of the Salentina peninsula (southern Italy, in front of Albania), surrounded by wine yards and olive trees. The area maintains important historical and architectural evidences from the Roman and Norman ages, such as the Castle from the XI century.

The volunteer project is organized in support of �Terre di Puglia-Libera Terra� cooperative with the aim of developing fields confiscated to mafia. Volunteers will collaborate in farming activities: in particular, grapevines cleaning and maintaining and tomatoes harvesting.

For more details, enrollment and other availabe projects in Italy, please check out: http://www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-italy.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org or give us a call: 604-628-7400

Stanford University seeking volunteers for quick online study

2008-07-17T13:22:42-04:00

Stanford University's Psychology department is seeking volunteers as we try to understand how people make decisions in everyday life. Completing our study requires about 20 minutes of your time. Your help is greatly appreciated.

To participate, you MUST be
* at least 18 years old.
* a native English speaker.

To participate, please go to: http://psychology.stanford.edu/cgi-bin/remark3/rws3.pl?FORM=temp2352

Thanks very much!

Are you HIV positive, but haven't yet started anti-HIV medication? (GW MFA, NW DC)

2008-07-17T13:14:36-04:00

GW Medical Faculty Associates is enrolling patients into clinical trials designed for subjects who are HIV positive, but haven't yet started anti-HIV medications.

If you're 18 years of age or older, have been told you are HIV- positive, and that you may need to start treatment, please contact us if you're interested in learning more about clinical studies for investigational anti-HIV medications.

GW Medical Faculty Associates
Clinical Trials Unit for Infectious Diseases
(202) 741-2230

Group Looking for Volunteer Opportunity (DC Metro Region)

2008-07-17T12:50:49-04:00

We have a small company (10-15 people) looking for 1/2 or full day volunteer opportunities throughout the year in the D.C. area.

Please let us know if you have a project or organization that our team could support.

Thank you!

See our 2008-09 Season FOR FREE! (The Studio Theatre)

2008-07-17T12:30:45-04:00

We are proud to officially launch the 2008-09 Season Usher Subscription
campaign for NEW USHERS!

Sign up to see all the plays next season FOR FREE!
Visit https://www.studiotheatre.org/subscriptions/0809_new_ushers.php to subscribe to the 2008-09 Season as an USHER

Fill out the appropiate forms completely and we'll get you signed up.
We are sorry, but incomplete forms cannot be processed.

It's that easy to see some of the best work in Washington, for FREE!

Don't forget to sign up for the newsletter to receive free ticket offers, reminder emails or special information.
Visit http://www.studiotheatre.org/mailman/listinfo/studio-volunteers

Travel Writing

2008-07-17T10:57:22-04:00

Niche Travel Guide (http://www.nichetravelguide.com) is seeking those who are passionate about culturally enriching travel to help grow its community. Please keep in mind this is a brand new site.

We believe that each place in the world is unique and offers its own richness and learning opportunities. Our goal is to build a community around this concept to help travelers find these qualities wherever they may travel.

This is a great chance to help build a community and to make your writing more visible. Please check out the site and if you are interested, submit your work through the form (on the site) or reply to this post.

http://www.nichetravelguide.com

Preventive HIV Vaccine Study Seeking Volunteers (Bethesda, MD)

2008-07-17T10:49:42-04:00

An HIV vaccine is the best way to stop the AIDS epidemic, but we can't do it without help.

If you are HIV negative, between 18 and 50 years old, not pregnant or breastfeeding, and otherwise healthy, you may be eligible to participate in a clinical trial for a preventive HIV vaccine. You cannot catch HIV from the vaccine. Physical examinations and study-related lab tests will be provided at no cost. Compensation is also provided.

This study is sponsored by the Vaccine Research Center of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services.

For more information call:
1-866-833-LIFE (toll-free) or TTY:1-866-411-1010
www.vrc.nih.gov

Volunteers Needed for Ebola/Marburg Vaccine Research Study (Bethesda, MD)

2008-07-17T10:49:09-04:00

The Vaccine Research Center at the National Institutes of Health is looking for:
Healthy volunteers
18 to 60 years old
to participate in studies of experimental vaccines for infectious diseases. We are currently seeking volunteers for a study of an investigational Ebola and/or Marburg vaccine.

Volunteers will have medical examinations and blood tests to see if they are eligible for the studies. Financial compensation is provided. This research will be conducted by the Vaccine Research Center, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services.

The study will evaluate the safety of the vaccine and see if it generates an immune response. You cannot become infected with Ebola virus by receiving the vaccine.

To volunteer, or for more information, please call us!
1-866-833-LIFE (toll-free) or TTY: 1-866-411-1010

Want to help the man who got your gun rights back? (D.C)

2008-07-17T10:35:47-04:00

Dick Heller needs your help!

This is Austin Petersen from the Libertarian National Committee. Dick Heller (The man that took on the D.C. ban against handguns and won) is running for a delegate position in the local D.C. government. D.C. residents are now needed IMMEDIATELY to help Heller gain ballot access and it is crucial that we acquire enough volunteers to fill the slates. If you have been looking for more ways to get involved, this is a great way to begin. Never has the time been more perfect in our history for the Libertarians to unite and work together to make our voices heard. If Heller can take on a city and win a Supreme Court Case for our guaranteed 2nd Amendment rights, imagine what else he could do!

"Guns only have two enemies: Rust and Politicians."

LOOKING FOR A STEREO FOR HOMELESS SHELTER (downtown, DC)

2008-07-17T09:40:34-04:00

Hello. I work at a day shelter for homeless women and our CD player has gone missing. We are in dire need of a new (used) one. As long as it can play the radio and CD's- we would be happy. Sorry if this is posted in the wrong section, I wasn't sure exactly where to post. Thank you for your help in advance!

Do you have gout?

2008-07-17T09:14:23-04:00

Help with an online research study conducted by the Boston University Medical Center: https://dcc2.bumc.bu.edu/goutstudy/

Eco Warriors Needed

2008-07-17T01:01:56-04:00

A new solar energy company, Focus Mangement Group, is looking for highly motivated staff of energetic individuals looking to change the world, through solar energy. Internship to paid positions available.

Archeological volunteer project in Portugal

2008-07-16T22:33:11-04:00

Vale do Mouro archeological project

July 28 - August 11, 2008

Coriscada is a village placed 3 km away from Marialva Town which main objectives are: social, cultural and sportive solidarity, leisure activities, urban patrimony preservation, archeology and young people support.

Project's main aims are: invigorating Vale do Mouro archeological project, divulging this patrimony, the local culture and the council.
Volunteers will be devided in working groups guided by the youth leader and Dr. Ant�nio S� Coix�o � park responsible archeologist. They will have the following tasks: excavation, maintenance and restoration, materials washing and labeling, among others.
Project language: English

Age range: 18 - 30 years old

For more details, please go to: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-porugal.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t. 604-628-7400

Cleaning up green areas in the reserve Monte San Giacomo (Italy)

2008-07-16T22:15:05-04:00

Cleaning up green areas in the reserve Monte San Giacomo
Cuirone di Vergiate, Lombardia
October 1 - October 15, 2008

This project has been organised since 2001 in the reserve called "Monte San Giacomo". This place has a remarkable naturalistic and historical importance, thanks to ancient medieval ruins located under a typical 18th century �Crotto". It is said that this place, called a Nemeton (= holy wood), was a holy place for Celtic people. The Varese district is also known for its beautiful lakes and many different kind of vegetation, such as chestnut, beech trees, and peaty-marshy areas rich of animals.

Volunteers will work on path maintenance and cleaning, and will also be involved in the mushrooms and pumpkin local fair, that will take place on October 5th.

For more details, enrollment and other availabe projects in Italy, please check out: http://www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-italy.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please step here: www.cadip.org or give us a call: 604-628-7400

Needed Fun Co-host for livevideo show! for European Blonde LAdY (all)

2008-07-16T17:12:26-04:00

I am swedish/swiss and looking for a fun person who is a people person kind of guy able to help me effectively co-host a live video forum. This is not a paid gig but the potential for making money is there! This is strictly for fun and you get to meet lots of great people who are in the music and entertainment industry. Would only need occassional hour per week to start or more if you have time. If you can sing or play a musical instrument that would be even better!!! but not necessary! Please write me a note with a pic and let me know if you can do it! I will send further information and a link to my bio
Thanks !!! LAdy O

When Good People Have Affairs

2008-07-16T16:31:22-04:00

I Couldn't Have Done It Without You

Well, our new book is out [http://www.chestnuthillinstitute.com/books/affairs/], with some amazing endorsements, and I say it is "our" book because I couldn't have done it without you. It's WHEN GOOD PEOPLE HAVE AFFAIRS: INSIDE THE HEARTS AND MINDS OF PEOPLE IN TWO RELATIONSHIPS, and it has all the help you could need if you or your partner or anyone you care about has been having an affair. To do this book I needed your input: your thoughts and experiences, everything you wanted other people to know about what you'd been through. And you came through like champs. And I especially want to thank everyone who came up with a title or subtitle that we used. Your ideas were great!

BTW: I'm not the only one to thank you. Everyone who has been and will be helped by this book will thank you too.

Mira Kirshenbaum
www.MiraKirshenbaum.com

Marketing/Non-Profit Exec Looking for Part-Time Assistant (Washington, DC)

2008-07-16T14:11:36-04:00

Marketing/Non-Profit Exec Looking for Part-Time Assistant

Entrepreneur & founder of events/marketing/entertainment consulting business and arts based non-profit is seeking a part-time assistant to work 10-15 hours per week. I am looking for someone to start immediately.

Assistant will be working with both organizations, with a little work to assist me directly. Some work will be done at office, some can be done at home, may require minimal travel. Ideal for a someone with a flexible schedule, is a student, who needs extra income and/or enjoys the marketing, entertainment, arts, youth or non-profit industry.

Ideal assistant will have experience/skills in one or more of the following areas: accounting, marketing/public relations, writing, fundraising, office management/administration, database management, grant writing, event planning, web site maintenance/development

Assistant must have a car.

Pay will be determined by experience/skills, but will be between $7.50-$11 per hour. There is also commission on grants, sponsorships and fundraising in which assistant had an integral role. There are also a few perks with this job: regular exposure to fun and exciting industries, participation in exciting events, partial gas reimbursement, work cell phone, weekly pay, flexible schedule � with some work from home, commission opportunities, free trips/travel.

Assistant will work with me in the following areas

Marketing/Events/Entertainment Consulting Firm:
- Assist with on-site management of various seminars
- Confirm interview subjects, companies to profile and events to cover for on-line entertainment newsletter
- Perform background research for client projects
- Manage contact and information databases
- Following up on current and future clients; organizing notes for projects
- On-line promotion of various events and projects

Non-Profit:
- Assist with planning special events for the organization and special activities for the programs
- Help manage and recruit organization's volunteers
- Serve as assistant chaperone when needed
- Help with and co-manage fundraising activities
- Manage accounting database (AP, AR, expenses, checks, etc.)
- Assistance in grant writing or finding a grant writer

Other:
- Running small errands
- Typing, filing, organizing
- Managing appointments
- More to be discussed

Contact at 202-631-7331 or by email

Got Hypertesion/High blood pressure? Maybe a Clinical Study for you? (Oxon Hill)

2008-07-16T13:57:35-04:00

Do you have high-blood pressure? See if you qualify for this Hypertension study - (Conveniently located in Oxon Hill, MD - just over the Woodrow Wilson Bridget)

Participants for studies may receive:

� Compensation for time and travel

� Study medication

� Medical/health consultation

Why should you take part in a clinical trial? Here are a few reasons:

Patients are well informed of their medical status while taking part in a clinical trial.

Patients often have the opportunity for more office visits at no cost during trials.

Patients may receive cutting edge drug therapies sometimes not yet available to the public.

Patients taking part in clinical trials open new doors for future medical treatments.

Patients can take part in clinical trials and receive special attention and treatment with no concern about cost.

Contact us here for more information:
http://www.myclinicaltrial.com/mdm/Form.htm

Join the Fight Against Sexual Violence! (Washington, DC)

2008-07-16T13:49:07-04:00

RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is currently seeking volunteers to help give hope, support and referrals to those who have been impacted by sexual violence. From a home or laptop computer, volunteers assist victims of sexual assault via Instant-Message. The next Washington, DC volunteer training session will be September 27th-28th. For more information, or to register, please visit: http://apps.rainn.org/VolApp/

Voluneer in Peru. Join now!

2008-07-16T12:11:45-04:00

Activities with kids in an orphanage in Ayacucho

July 2 - July 21, 2008
July 30 - August 18, 2008
August 27 - September 15, 2008
September 24 - October 13, 2008
October 22 - November 10, 2008
November 19 - December 8, 2008
December 17, 2008 - January 5, 2009
January 14 - February 2, 2009
February 11 - March 2, 2009
March 11 - March 30, 2009
April 8 - April 27, 2009
May 6 - May 25, 2009

This international volunteer project aims to improve the quality of life of Peruan children, teenagers and women. The project works in rural areas and rural communities, developing a set of strategies and actions to reduce the indexes of exclusion and to help in the solution of family problems such as violence against children and lack of education. It is a program that works on many levels from theoretical to practical activities. One of the places where this program works is the orphanage URPI at the City of Ayacucho, Peru.
In the frame of the project a group of international volunteers is invited again to participate in activities with children and Peruan families.
Volunteers will work every day with around 80 children of Ayacucho.
Volunteers should be 18 years old and over

For more details and dates, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-peru.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400 www.cadip.org

We just need health coverage

2008-07-16T10:48:53-04:00

This story is very hard for me to tell. I feel guilty for not having the health insurance my family needs today. I have been a local truck driver in San Diego County for 20 years. Most of which time I work for Amvets Thrift Store. Now I drive for U-Haul Co. I make $9.00 per hour. But have no health insurance from work. Rent, bills, & expenses use all our income, and now with Liz not working we are not sure what we will do. Now I need help from you. I sincerely apologize to my wife & family. My children have started a non profit foundation to raise money to help my wife and others. Please visit the site and sign her guest book. www.LizMartocciLungCancerFoundation.org www.LizMartocciLungCancerFoundation.org
Michael B. Martocci

Help Dick Heller (DC Gun Ban Case) get elected! (D.C.)

2008-07-16T10:02:07-04:00

We finally have a real patriot running for office in D.C.

This is Austin Petersen from the Libertarian National Committee. Dick Heller (The man that took on the D.C. ban against handguns and won) is running for a delegate position in the local D.C. government. D.C. residents are now needed IMMEDIATELY to help Heller gain ballot access and it is crucial that we acquire enough volunteers to fill the slates. If you have been looking for more ways to get involved, this is a great way to begin. Never has the time been more perfect in our history for the Libertarians to unite and work together to make our voices heard. If Heller can take on a city and win a Supreme Court Case for our guaranteed 2nd Amendment rights, imagine what else he could do!

"A gun in the hand is better than a cop on the phone."

Mentor a High School Student

2008-07-16T09:49:08-04:00

Mentor a High School Student:

Do you want to give back to your community but have very little time? For just five hours each month, mentoring is an incredible way to support high school students in your community. Our mentor program pairs a student with a professional adult who can offer support, advice, and guidance during a student�s final years of high school and the critical post-secondary planning process.

Mentoring can improve a student�s attitude towards school, enhance his/her confidence, and afford the invaluable opportunity to interact with a positive role model.

One Saturday morning a month, Thurgood Marshall Academy mentors and students gather to participate in a variety of fun and enriching activities. Past Mentor Day events have included:

� Ice skating
� Museum scavenger hunts
� IMAX movies
� Bowling
� College campus visits
� Group community service projects.

Please consider mentoring. �Mentor one child, change two lives.�

Click on the following link for an application:
http://www.thurgoodmarshallacademy.org/docs/2008-9%20Mentor%20Application.pdf

Fax your completed application to:
(202)563-6946- attn: Jessica Sher.

OR

Mail your completed application to:
Jessica Sher, Director of Programs
2427 MLK Ave SE
Washington, DC 20005.

Applications are due by September 19, 2008. All mentors must attend a training to be scheduled for the end of September/beginning of October.

For more information, please contact:

Jessica Sher
Director of Programs
Thurgood Marshall Academy
(202) 563-6862 ext. 149
jsher@tmapchs.org

EASY $$$ - RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED � EARN UP TO $12 FOR 1 HOUR (Washington, DC)

2008-07-16T09:04:14-04:00

Participants are needed for visual attention research at The George Washington University (located at 2125 G St. NW- Foggy Bottom Metro)

PARTICIPANTS MUST BE STUDENTS OR 18-30 YEARS OLD

Easy, hour long computer sessions involve performing a computer-based target detection or discrimination task

Schedule your session today!- Monday-Thursday, 9am-3pm

CONTACT gwu.acl@gmail.com with:
Name, e-mail, phone number, availability

Support the educational development of children in Central Java (Indonesia)

2008-07-16T02:35:17-04:00

Support the educational development of children and youngsters in Central Java
Sidorejo,
November 15 - November 29, 2008

Volunteer project: Sidorejo Village is part of the Kajoran Sub-district of the Magelang Regency in Central Java. The village is located 25 km north of Yogyakarta and 86 km south of Semarang. The Mageland regency is known at international level as the residence of Borobudur and Prambanan Temples. Most of the villagers are farmers and the households can mainly be considered as low income ones. Through this project, the volunteers will support the educational development of the children and the youngsters of Sidorejo by supporting the local school and providing different courses (English, hygiene, environmental education, etc).
The volunteers will renovate school bookshelves (painting, renovating), teach English, and promote personal hygiene.

Study theme: The volunteers will be introduced to the Indonesian culture and customs in general, with a special focus on the Javanese particularities. Some cultural visits are also foreseen.

Age range: 18 and over

For more information and enrollment please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-indonesia.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

Volunteer in Reykjavik, Iceland. Theme: Culture, graffiti and nature

2008-07-16T02:31:39-04:00

Reykjavik: Culture, graffiti and nature

August 10 - August 24, 2008

In Reykjavik you can experience easily the pure energy at the heart of Iceland's capital city - whether from the boiling thermal energy underground, the natural green energy within the city and around it. Think of the qualities of a great city - fun, space, clean air, nature, culture - and Reykjavik has them in spades. It has the features of a modern, forward-looking society which are complemented by a close connection to beautiful nature. The population of the Reykjavik Capital Area is about 200,000. Reykjavik is spread across a peninsula with a panoramic view of the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean on almost all sides. In the summer, you can sit by the harbour at midnight and watch the sun dip slightly below the horizon before it makes its way up again.
The world�s northernmost capital is framed by the majestic Mt. Esja, which keeps a watchful eye on the city, and the blue waters of Faxafloi Bay. On a sunny day, the mystical Snaefellsjokull glacier appears crystal-like on the western horizon, while mountainous moonscapes spread to the southeast.

The volunteers will be hosted by the City of Reykjavik and their tasks are the following: In Reykjavik we have a lot of youngsters who are tagging the houses in the center of the city. We will help the local authorities to clean up those signs and than we will help the youngsters to make their tags or graffiti in places were they are allowed to make their art. We will do some environmental work in the green areas near to the center of the city.

Study theme: We will have two workshops in this project: Percussion and Photography. The participants will have the chance to learn to play percussions and we will have a professional teacher guiding and teaching the volunteers. We will also have a professional photographer leading the project so participants should bring their cameras to learn how to shoot photos in a better way. On the 23rd of August, we will join the Cultural night of Reykjavik. We will have the opportunity to perform in the streets that night and also to enjoy this biggest cultural event in Iceland 2008.

Project language: English

Age range: 18 and over

More information: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-iceland.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries please click here: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400

Help us Feed Hungry DC families !!! (all around DC)

2008-07-15T22:30:40-04:00

Food for All DC needs your help to distribute food to our needy clients around the district. Most of them are elderly, handicapped, or single mothers with younger children.

There is no training or long-term committment necessary, however you will likely make lifelong friends and connections with our core of volunteers and clients. It is easy to forget that there is a severe poverty problem in DC, however, this is an great opportunity for you to help !

Our program needs volunteers every Saturday, and opportunities during the week are also possible. Please email us or visit our website for more details: http://FoodForAllDC.org .

We hope to see you soon !

Work in exchange for Dance Classes

2008-07-15T17:25:41-04:00

DC Dance Collective's Work Exchange program allows interested dance students (or dance students-to-be) to take classes in exchange for working at DC DC's front desk. Responsiblities include signing in students, answering the phone and some light accounting.

You receive two free classes for every four hour shift that you work. It is a fun, energetic, exciting work environment and a great place to learn or improve your dance skills.

You should expect to treat it as any paying position. Responsibilty and punctuality are qualities that we are looking for. When applying to the program, please submit a resume and references.

If you are interested and have any questions call Nancy on 202-491-7676.

We are conveniently located in NW Washington DC. Access by Metro is on the red line - either Tenleytown or Friendship Heights stations.

DC Dance Collective
4908 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington DC
20016

Volunteer organization - be a real superhero (Washington DC)

2008-07-15T15:18:27-04:00

Truly be a real superhero to your community!
The Capital City Super Squad is a group of civic-minded volunteers who act to help their community in the form of superheroes.

The CCSS engages in a wide range of volunteer activities ranging from handing out food to the homeless to safety and crime patrols. We are looking to expand our team with adventurous energetic people looking to have fun and help their community. Why be boring? Be a superhero!

To find out more about us you can go to our website at www.supersquad.org or email team leader Captain Prospect at the address above.

Dick Heller needs your help in his campaign!

2008-07-15T15:09:08-04:00

Please help out for this historic event.

This is Austin Petersen from the Libertarian National Committee. Dick Heller (The man that took on the D.C. ban against handguns and won) is running for a delegate position in the local D.C. government. D.C. residents are now needed immediately to help Heller gain ballot access and it is crucial that we acquire enough volunteers to fill the slates. If you have been looking for more ways to get involved, this is a great way to begin. Never has the time been more perfect in our history for the Libertarians to unite and work together to make our voices heard. If Heller can take on a city and win a Supreme Court Case, imagine what else he could do!

"My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government." �Thomas Jefferson.

Indie record label on the lookout for Street Teamers! Great perks! (D.C and surrounding area)

2008-07-15T15:08:52-04:00

Interested in promoting artists like Cat Power, Vampire Weekend, Pixies, Stephen Malkmus + The Jicks, The Teenagers, Yo La Tengo, Ratatat, Belle + Sebastian and a whole lot more?

Well you're in luck! The Beggars Group and Matador Records are currently looking for some D.C street team assistance.

All it takes is a little bit of time & a love of music.
(Good perks!)

For further info on how you can lend a hand, please drop an email with "Washington D.C Street Team" in the subject line.

And for a list of all of our artists, please check out www.beggarsgroupusa.com
and www.matadorrecords.com

Volunteer to Help Breast Cancer Survivors

2008-07-15T12:19:17-04:00

Are You a Working Breast Cancer Survivor OR Would You Like To Help Breast Cancer Survivors?
Women breast cancer survivors, 1 to 10 years after primary cancer treatment, whose breast cancer has not spread AND women without cancer history are needed for on-line study on cognitive function and work. Must be currently working full-time, ages 18 through 65, and without a history of adult ADHD (prior to cancer), dementia, brain injury, epilepsy, drug or alcohol abuse. You will need internet access with connection speed faster than dial-up. Study includes completing questionnaires and a short online test of memory. The study will take approximately 60 to 75 minutes to complete. To see if you are eligible for our study, go to:
http://cim.usuhs.mil/cancerstudy
For more information call Lisseth Calvio at (301) 295-9660 or email cogworkstudy@gmail.com.

Web survey on online dating and "hooking up" - Win $100

2008-07-15T11:39:07-04:00

Would you be interested in participating in an online research study about women�s perspectives and experiences with online dating and �hooking up�?

You may be eligible to participate in the study if:

-You are female
-You reside in the United States
-You are 18 years of age or older
-You are able to read and write English
-You have used at least one Internet website in the past year to meet your potential romantic or sexual partners

Survey respondents will be entered into a random drawing to win a $100 Amazon.com gift certificate. All answers are completely confidential but an email address is required for the drawing. Your email address will never be given or sold to a third party.

I am a graduate student at the University of California, San Francisco. I am conducting research on women�s experiences using the Internet to meet partners for the specific purpose of �hooking up� (i.e. Craigslist Casual Encounters). I am interested in women�s perspectives and experiences with these types of encounters and matters of sex and intimacy in general. The survey will take approximately 10-15 minutes depending upon the length of your responses.

If you are interested, please click on the link below to access detailed information about the research study, institutional approvals, the prize drawing and the survey:

Click Here to take survey

Thank you for considering participation!

Did you hear about the DC gun case? Were you excited on the verdict? (D.C.)

2008-07-15T10:38:51-04:00

Continue reading.

This is Austin Petersen from the Libertarian National Committee. Dick Heller (The man that took on the D.C. ban against handguns and won) is running for a delegate position in the local D.C. government. D.C. residents are now needed immediately to help Heller gain ballot access and it is crucial that we acquire enough volunteers to fill the slates. If you have been looking for more ways to get involved, this is a great way to begin. Never has the time been more perfect in our history for the Libertarians to unite and work together to make our voices heard. If Heller can take on a city and win a Supreme Court Case, imagine what else he could do!

"Timid men prefer the calm of despotism to the tempestuous sea of Liberty."
�Thomas Jefferson

Mentor Wanted!!!

2008-07-15T10:29:08-04:00

ERCPCP is seeking adult volunteer mentors for its Youth Mentoring Program. Request commitment to 4 hours a month for 1 year. Contact James Worthen at (202) 373-5767 or jworthen@ercpcp.org.

Help us start a tuition free university (Washington/National)

2008-07-15T10:08:39-04:00

Help us with web development, help us raise money, call talk shows, any ideas for raising awareness and spreading the word are open for discussion, help us build an army of volunteers and part time workers, teach, help with IT, many options.

http://www.innovainternational.org

In need of 5 Single Men for Benefit Date Auction for Survivors of War (Adam's Morgan)

2008-07-14T22:12:15-04:00

We are in search of 5 eligible men between the ages of 20-40 who would be willing to put themselves up for bid at a date auction in Washington, DC on the evening of July 27. The Auction is to Benefit Survivors of War in the Congo. There will be tons of wonderful single women there, and you are sure to have a great time, and will know that you've helped a good cause. We are open to all races!

If interested, please email me with a photo (head shot only) and a description of yourself--interests, education, why you'd like to do this.

If you are sane, safe, and a great person, we'd love to have you!

Conservation and reforestation of the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil

2008-07-14T16:36:34-04:00

Conservation and reforestation of the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil
Itacar� and Janaina Nature Reserve
August 15 - August 30, 2008

Volunteer project: Itacar� lies 300 km south of Salvador de Bahia and Janaina Nature Reserve is located 10 km from Itacar� as the crow flies. It�s a private pristine rain forest, protected under Brazilian federal law. Six hectares of the forest are devoted to permaculture with the aim of creating a model school for local communities. The Reserve belongs to the Atlantic Forest biome, one the world�s richest in biodiversity, of which at present only 8% remains. In 2000 the Atlantic Forest in Bahia was declared by Unesco a Reserve of the Biosphere. In the Janaina Reserve, an international volunteer project is organized in cooperation with a local sustainable development organization, managing the area and also working with some local farmers� cooperatives in the fair trade net.
The project's participants will be working in various projects of conservation, while having the rare opportunity of living in a pristine forest and having great opportunities of wild life watching.
The main tasks will be: reforestation in some small but critical border areas of the forest, permaculture, anti-fire and anti-hunting watch. In August it will be possible to plant the tree saplings raised in the nursery where the seeds are put in January.
Participants will also be taught all the basic principles of handcrafted chocolate production: from harvesting to fermentation, drying, roasting of beans and finally handwork processing. Participants will also be able to learn some elements of tropical botany and forestry farming.
The project activities will be held from Monday to Friday. Saturday and Sunday participants will be staying in Itacar�.
Itacar� is a beautiful coastal village, the rainforest reach the beaches and there are magnificent waves. Till ten years ago it was only a little fishermen�s village from where cocoa was shipped all around the world. The area was named Costa do Cacao and its capital town Ilheus is the setting of many novels by Jorge Amado.
Language: The official language of the project is English. Portuguese is the only language spoken by local people. Some basic knowledge of Portuguese will be useful, although some representatives of the local host will always be there and they are able to speak some English, Italian and Spanish.
Age range: 21 and over

For more details, please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-brazil.htm or give us a call: 604.628.7400

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

General rules and conditions for participation on our workcamp projects: www.cadip.org

Volunteers needed (D.C. or Rockville)

2008-07-14T16:10:48-04:00

RTI International, a not-for-profit research organization, is looking for people aged 12-17 who have attended an alternative school in the past 12 months to provide input on questions for a national study on mental health-related issues. No medical tests or examinations are involved. Requires about 45 minutes. Responses are kept confidential. We will need to ask permission from a parent or legal guardian. The private interview will be conducted in either our Rockville or Washington DC office. Participants will be given a $40 Visa gift card after the interview is completed.

Call (800) 334-8571 X 26867 to learn more.

Organizing social and educational activities with children in Parcona (Peru)

2008-07-14T13:54:16-04:00

Organizing social and educational activities with children in Parcona

July 9 - July 28, 2008
August 6 - August 25, 2008
September 3 - September 22, 2008
October 1 - October 20, 2008
October 29 - November 17, 2008
November 26 - December 15, 2008

This project is run in partnership with an educational institution that promotes educational activities for children from 2 to 6 years old. The main objective is to educate the children in universal values, good habits and realize pedagogic activities (games and activities to promote the interaction with the children). In this frame, a group of international volunteers is invited to share this work and to interact with the teachers and the children of the institution.

Volunteers will help in different activities, support the teachers in the daily activities, play with the children, help in the English classes and participate in the preparation of the materials, communal activities as well as some maintenance activities for the building and clearing campaigns.

Language: The permanent volunteers, teachers and management speak little English. For this reason, an intermediate level of Spanish is highly recommended.

Age range: 18 and over

For more info check out: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-peru.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400
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Volunteer in an English holiday camp for kids in Thailand (www.cadip.org)

2008-07-14T13:29:29-04:00

Organising recreational and educational activities for kids in an English holiday camp
October 18 - November 2, 2008

Volunteer project: The volunteer project will take place close to the city of Hat Yai, in the Songhkla province (Southern Thailand). Volunteers have contributed to the activities of several schools in the neighbourhoods since 1998, particularly by holding lessons and activities in English for the children. Out of the lessons given by the volunteers during the school year, English camps have been regularly organised during the holidays for the kids of the surroundings. This is the topic of this project.

The volunteers will organise recreational and educational activities in English for the children (6 to 12 years old) of the neighborhoods during this �English holiday camp� which will take place in the project base close to the city of Hat Yai.

Study theme: The volunteers will be introduced to the non-formal education techniques.

Age range: 18 and over

For more details please visit: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-thailand.htm

For volunteer opportunities in other countries: www.cadip.org

t: 604-628-7400

Teach an Adult to Read (Washington DC)

2008-07-14T13:20:16-04:00

Help an adult learn to read in DC with Literacy Volunteers & Advocates (www.lvanca.org). We're seeking volunteers to work one-to-one with adult learners to help them increase their basic reading and writing skills. With some 37% of adults in the DC area below basic literacy levels, you can really make a difference! LVA provides 10 hours of training ($40 materials fee) to get you started. Our next training is July 16th continuing on July 19th so contact us so get in touch with us and find out more about helping someone learn to read today! 202/387-1772 or email me at jhughes@lvanca.org.

Protecting the Marine Turtles at Colola (Mexico)

2008-07-14T13:00:45-04:00

Protecting the Marine Turtles at Colola

September 24 - October 13, 2008
October 22 - November 10, 2008
November 19 - December 8, 2008
December 17, 2008 - January 5, 2009
January 14 - February 2, 2009
February 11 - March 2, 2009
March 11 - March 30, 2009

Volunteer project: The goal of this project is to protect the turtles and to help run the conservation activities of the protection turtle program promoting international cooperation and solidarity.

The main work consists in collecting turtle eggs, burying them again in a secure place, and transporting the baby turtles safely to the sea. This will be carried out at night since the turtles do not get out of the ocean during the day (because of their natural predators it is safer for the turtles go out in the dark). Together with the people from Colola Village the volunteers will seek for the turtles and take care of the eggs and the baby turtles. Local people, who are very friendly, will work with the group and will explain them what to do.
Very motivated volunteers who really want to get involved in the work of protection of the turtle are needed for this camp.

Language: The official language of the workcamp is English. Some Spanish would be appreciated.

Location: Colola is a small town located in the Michoacan State coast, between Maruata and La Placita towns. It's a remote place that offers an excellent opportunity to be close to nature, in a virgin beach, with no tourism around. The closest city is Tecoman at 200 kilometers, but other villages such as La Placita that are closer can offer Internet connection.

Age range: 18 and over

For more details visit and available dates: www.cadip.org/volunteer-in-mexico.htm

This project is part of CADIP's International Volunteer Program: www.cadip.org/workcamps.htm

General rules and conditions for participation on our workcamp projects: www.cadip.org

t. 604.628.7400

"Visiting a new country and being welcomed by its people whilst sharing such a unique and positive experience is an opportunity not to be turned down. Live for the moment, take up the challenge and go!"

Do you have Colitis?

2008-07-14T12:39:31-04:00

Researchers are studying a new option that my help. Visit www.Pursuitstudy.com to learn more.