The Akha Heritage Foundation: Long Term Volunteering
The Akha Heritage Foundation's chief work with the Akha is providing security for human rights, and repairing damage which has been done to the community. Communities with protected human rights flourish, communities without human rights drop into despair and exploitation. The Akha community is broadly and radically exploited by Thai society. Volunteers work on a wide range of projects that help protect the Akha community, from documentation to education. There are two categories for volunteers. The is for short term volunteers who come from within Thailand or other countries in the region. The second category is Long Term Volunteers and is for people who want to become deeply involved in the project three months or longer.
Listing Details
Organization Name
The Akha Heritage Foundation
Organization Mandate
The Akha Heritage Foundation is a non-profit, grassroots organization working in northern Thailand, Myanmar, Laos and China. They are dedicated to working in partnership with the Akha to improve their lives. The Akha Heritage Foundation's mission is to defend the human rights and culture of the Akha people and promote self determination for the Akha while assisting with nutrition, medical and educational needs.
Address
PO Box 6073, Salem, OR, United States, 97304
Telephone
(1) 971-388-7185
Non-profit organization?
No
Countries
Regions
Duration
2 weeks or less, 12 months+
Age (min)
18
Age (max)
90
Price range
under $1000, $1001-$2500, $2501-$5000, >$5000
Price incluces
Accommodation, Airport pick-up, Ground Transport, Meals
Application process and requirements
Contact the director of the Akha Heritage Foundation to begin the application process.
Student status required?
No
Qualifications required
None