There is a lot of media coverage at the moment covering the value and necessity of a gap year. With University fees going up to £9k a year in 2012 its worth a bit of debate on the issue...
Does this spell the end of the Gap Year? Our answer is NO...
If you want to see the world, enjoy yourself and make new friends we've got no problem with that. If you want to improve the world you visit, enhance the lives of your new friends and enjoy yourself then you simply must talk to us.
Our camps are uniquely co-located within communities and wildlife areas, away from the main tourist circuit, enabling all our volunteers to become part of the local community and experience complete cultural immersion as a guest, not a tourist!
According to a recent survey two thirds of our volunteers raised 75% or more of their funds through fundraising. This isn't about parents writing a cheque, this is about independence, self esteem and most importantly showing initiative. We want our volunteers to travel with us with the same sense of pride that we take to work each day. The average Camps International volunteer will have shed blood sweat and tears to make this opportunity a reality before they even set foot on a plane.
To give you an idea of what you can achieve over the last 2 months our Gap Year and School volunteers have:
Not to mention the collection and recycling of tonnes of marine refuse, micro finance initiatives, anti jigger campaigns, adult literacy classes etc etc.
If you haven't done as well as you'd hoped in your results or been turned down by your chosen university put yourself in their position.
Would I like to accept or employ someone who has...
Don't forget you can also do the ASDAN award for 70 UCAS ASDAN points or take the universities award. So go on select an ethical company that will improve your CV, boost your independence and give you the time of your life.
Give us a call now and have a chat about the rest of you life...0844 800 1127 or use the enquiry formprovided.
Does this spell the end of the Gap Year? Our answer is NO...
If you want to see the world, enjoy yourself and make new friends we've got no problem with that. If you want to improve the world you visit, enhance the lives of your new friends and enjoy yourself then you simply must talk to us.
Our camps are uniquely co-located within communities and wildlife areas, away from the main tourist circuit, enabling all our volunteers to become part of the local community and experience complete cultural immersion as a guest, not a tourist!
According to a recent survey two thirds of our volunteers raised 75% or more of their funds through fundraising. This isn't about parents writing a cheque, this is about independence, self esteem and most importantly showing initiative. We want our volunteers to travel with us with the same sense of pride that we take to work each day. The average Camps International volunteer will have shed blood sweat and tears to make this opportunity a reality before they even set foot on a plane.
To give you an idea of what you can achieve over the last 2 months our Gap Year and School volunteers have:- Planted over 7500 trees worldwide
- Constructed 8 traditional houses for impoverished local people in Kenya
- Made desks and chairs for 400 students in four schools
- Provide 30,000litres of water storage and catchment
- Renovated and rebuilt 7 classrooms in four different schools
Not to mention the collection and recycling of tonnes of marine refuse, micro finance initiatives, anti jigger campaigns, adult literacy classes etc etc.
If you haven't done as well as you'd hoped in your results or been turned down by your chosen university put yourself in their position.
Would I like to accept or employ someone who has...
- Volunteered to make a difference to others less fortunate
- Volunteered to help the environment
- Volunteered to protect endangered wildlife
- Chosen a company that employs 150+ local staff full time in Africa, Asia and South America
Don't forget you can also do the ASDAN award for 70 UCAS ASDAN points or take the universities award. So go on select an ethical company that will improve your CV, boost your independence and give you the time of your life.
Give us a call now and have a chat about the rest of you life...0844 800 1127 or use the enquiry formprovided.
