"This was just what I was looking for - the chance to get my hands dirty and work alongside local people in the Andes. The kids were wonderful, and I would love to come back in a couple of years and see how things are developing!"
This is a 60 year old organization with environmental education and the conservation of natural resources at the heart of its development policies, with it’s main roll as a facilitator of reforestation and sustainable agriculture projects within various communities. The head quarters are at a 20 hectare hacienda where organic and agro-ecological practices are applied to a large vegetable garden, blackberry plantation, a tree nursery producing thousands of native trees for reforestation, as well as grazing fields for cattle.The foundation has a historic place in Ecuador’s development history, having managed projects all over Ecuador and being a leader in development work back in the 70’s. Times are tougher in the development world now and recognizing this reality the FBU has worked hard in the last 10 years to position itself as a self financing institution, with long term funding of its own development activities.
Range of tasks: |
Through FBU, there are a variety of specific programs for volunteers
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Time commitment: |
One week for organic agriculture, one month for cultural exchange or teaching |
spanish level: |
Beginner for organic agriculture, Intermediate or cultural exchange and high intermediate for teaching. |
Work schedule: |
To be determined with FBU |
Accommodation: |
Prices vary, depending on type of accommodation and time of stay. |
Skills required: |
Interest in agriculture and conservation, commitment, and ability to do physical labor. Specific skills needed depending on project of interest. |
Accepted donations: |
Check with Yanapuma staff for current needs |
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