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Immerse yourself in one of the world’s oldest cultures while you make a difference and share your own culture. Our program offers
the chance to experience Moroccan Culture like a local, see historic sites throughout the country, meet people from all over the
world and most importantly, make a difference in the lives of the local community. No matter whether teaching English in a local
school in Marrakech, helping orphanage and kinder or nursing assistant, taking part in a Language & cultural immersion program or
join a pottery and painting techniques workshop in Safi, you will have the best time of your life.
We have partnered with a non governmental youth exchange and travel organization in Morocco. Our program allows you to give
back to a local community, share your own expertise or passion, and to become a part of a community on the border between east
and west.
Our partner in Morocco offers you a chance to make a real difference in the lives of Moroccan youth. Its vision:
“Our philosophy consists of young people of different nationalities in projects focused in aid and cooperation providing them
with an opportunity to learn about each others’ cultures and countries.”
The Programs
Pottery & Painting Techniques in Safi
Key Information:
Class Size: 4 - 20 people
Destination: Safi, Morocco
Category: Art and craft workshop
Specialty: Ceramics/pottery
In this project you will get in touch with the Moroccan artisan techniques to work pottery. You will learn how to do pottery articles
from working and preparing the earth to decorating the articles. If you wanted to dive into the Moroccan culture, this is the perfect
opportunity for you to do so.
Our adult pottery courses cover all the basic techniques such as coiling, slab methods, thrown pots and sculpting in clay. Various
decorative techniques, including graffito, slip-painting, under glazing and glazing are taught.
The courses concentrate on three-dimensional art – sculpture and pot-making, with an emphasis on technical skills development
and artistic exploration. Classes are designed to be relaxing and fun, without the pressure of academic qualifications, but with all
the support and educational guidance needed to develop good work and gain experience with clay. Students are encouraged to
experiment and to develop their own styles and techniques.
All our courses suit beginners, enthusiasts and professionals, using a wide range of facilities and techniques. The pottery includes
electric and raku kilns, stoneware and earthenware clays, and we teach throwing, hand-building and all varieties of glazing.
For those with experience of ceramics, we can expand and develop your skills, sharing hints and tips for throwing or glazing and
experimenting with new materials – paper clay, porcelain, engobes and on-glaze enamels. Whatever your prior level of experience,
our Pottery school aims to tailor the course to your needs .
Language & Cultural Immersion Program in Marrakech
Key Information:
Class Size: 4 - 20 people
Destination: Marrakech, Morocco
Category: Art and culture
Specialty: Arabic Language & cultural immersion
Spend your Holiday in Marrakech and take part in cultural significant activities. You will take part in Modern Standard Arabic
lessons which will give you the opportunity to learn common phrases in the Arabic language, visit museums and historical sites.
This program enables you to get a real inside view on the Moroccan culture.
Participants will receive up to 10 classroom hours of cultural exposure each week to include the introductory Arabic instruction. A
strong emphasis on culture is desired with guided tours and interaction with people of Morocco . The majority of the time is
requested to be spent in culturally significant activities. Examples: museums, historical sites, unique topographical features
impacting the culture, significant social, ethnic and /or religious focal points, …
3 weeks
Exemple of Cultural immersion Program
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-12:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
8:30
Excursion to
esaouira
touristic town
Visit local
handicraft
artisanat
workshops+
visit
topographical site
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Visit to town and
tourist places
14:00-15:00
Pottery workshop
Special
evening
Monday
15:00- 16:30
African Gnawa
music class
Evening tour to
the town
Thursday
Visit to
muesums
Evening tour to
the town
Tuesday
14:00-15:00
Moroccan
Cooking class
Evening tour to
the town
Wednesday
Evening tour to
the town
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
Excursion to
Ourika
waterful
Swimming
pool
9:00-11:00
Welcome Meeting
and placement
test
Return trip to
Marrakech
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Visit to a military
base
14:00-15:00
Pottery workshop
Evening tour to
the town
14:00-15:00
Moroccan
Cooking class
Evening tour to
the town
15:00- 16:30
African Gnawa
music class
Evening tour to
the town
Tuesday
Wednesday
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
Lunch time
Special meeting
Monday
Lunch time
All day!
All day!
Thursday
15:00-17:00
Visit historical
mouniments
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20:00 – 24:00
Moroccan
weeding and
dancing
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
9:00-11:00
language and cultural
classe
Shooping day
in the bazart
Departure
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
Lunch time
14:00-15:00
Pottery workshop
14:00-15:00
Moroccan
Cooking class
Evening tour to
the town
15:00- 16:30
African Gnawa
music class
Evening tour to
the town
Evening tour to
the town
15:00-17:00
Visit historical
mouniments
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20:00 – 24:00
Night tour
around the
town
Special
evening
PS: The program is flexible and may subject to change
Orphans Program in Marrakech
Teach in several local schools, in an orphanage or other community-development program sites. At the local schools you will be
assisting teachers and coach sports. At the orphanage you will help the children doing their homework, play games with them and
provide assistance in extramural activities. The project deals with social work with disadvantaged children and young people at the
orphanage. There are around 47 children at the age of 4 to 14 years who live in the orphanage city for the time being. The children
are eager to learn so you will have the possibility to gain teach experience in an ambitious atmosphere.
Teaching English as a foreign language in Marrakech
Teach English to Moroccans underprivileged children, adolescents and adults in a local community center. You will be responsible
for planning your own classes according to your students’ needs and teaching those lessons with creativity, patience and
compassion. You may also help the students with their homework and assist with administrative work.
Helping develop Kindergartens and nursery schools in Marrakech
Our day-care staff looks after the children. The volunteer would be an additional person who could add his/her ideas for our
nursery. There are around 60 children from one month to 12 years old adopted by the orphan nursery. These kids are rejected
from their single mothers or found on the street after their birth.
Playing with kids, teaching them things like the alphabet, poems, songs etc. Volunteers would also help feeding the children, which
often implies literally putting food in their mouths.
The volunteers’ daily tasks include:
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overseeing the baby "crèche
Self-care: lunch, cleanness, clothes off and on, bathroom, toilet
preparing and feeding formula bottles to the babies
changing nappies and washing bedding
playing with the youngsters
observing and monitoring interaction between children
administering medicine to sick or injured children
maintaining records of children, treatment and progress
cleaning and maintaining the facility
checking and cleaning enclosures and water troughs
Assist arts and crafts session, work with children with special needs.
sports activities for children
Accompany outing to place of interest.
Breakfast where appropriate, settle children into free activities.
Morning activities, both indoors and outdoors.
Eaten together, socially, talking, sharing etc. Clearing up.
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18 to 36 years old
Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Morocco
Flexible and have a desire to contribute
No TEFL certificate required, though teaching experience is helpful
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Location:
Placements are located in Safi or Marrakech in Morocco. Safi is located in western Morocco on the Atlantic Ocean and it is one of
the best towns to visit if you wanted to get an inside view on what a Moroccan town is all about. With four beaches around the city,
it is an awesome place to give back to a local community. Marrakech is situated in southwestern Morocco and is known as the “Red
City” or “Al Hamra”. Here you can still see what Morocco once was and which still survives in Marrakech.
Length of program:
The volunteer in Morocco programs are available from 1 to 6 weeks.
Start dates:
Start dates are available throughout the year
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What you get:
Teaching placement:
We will arrange a placement for you at either of the following projects in Morocco.
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Teach English in Marrakech
Pottery and Painting Techniques in Safi
Language & Cultural Immersion program in Marrakech
Orphanage in Marrakech
Helping develop Kindergartens & Nursery Schools in Marrakech
We take into account your background, experience, and preferences when selecting your placement. more details We will also work
with you to design a program that allows you to share your own passions with the local community members.
Accommodations:
During your stay you will live with a Moroccan family. You will be provided with 2-3 meals a day, laundry service and an invaluable
inside into the “real” Morocco. You may live in a host family by yourself or together with a group of other volunteers.
*Please contact us for more information about further accommodation possibilities (hotel room or private apartment).
Orientation:
Upon your arrival in Marrakech we will provide you with a one or two days orientation in which you will learn about the country, its
culture and multilingualism. Furthermore we will make you aware of travel safety, medical issues and prepare you for living and
volunteering in Morocco.
Visa Documentation:
Most tourist visas are valid for up to 3 months. If you are interested in a longer program, we will assist you in applying for a visa
extension. We recommend checking with your local Moroccan consulate for the most up to date visa information.
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Pre-departure orientation
Airport Pick up in Marrakech
Transfer to your accommodation
1 discovery week or day including tours and activities
On arrival orientation Day
Guaranteed Volunteer placement
Visit to community service project [learn more]
Accommodation in host family or volunteer project site housing
Personal support
Full-time local representative in Morocco
24/7 emergency help service
Certificate of completion (upon request)
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Price: For volunteer projects
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Price: For Language & cultural Immersion
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prices are subject to changes
prices do not include: airfare, visa fees and personal expenses