Why Care & Community in Argentina?

Argentina is a country whose vast expanse of land is rich with breathtaking scenery and diverse landscapes. From its extensive coastline, to its colourful deserts, to its beautiful glaciers, to the stunning Andean mountains, Argentina has been blessed by nature in almost every way possible. Although it has maintained its South American traditions, there is a strong European influence present in Argentinean culture. For over a century, Buenos Aires has been an eclectic mix of Italians, Basques, Welsh, English, Ukrainians as well as others. The result of this is that foreigners find it easier to relax as they are fairly inconspicuous.

Volunteering in Argentina

We have a number of placements in Cordoba helping in orphanages and care centres. Volunteers work alongside the local staff to provide support to children who are in need of love and attention.

Why Volunteer in a Care and Community Placement?

Voluntary care work is extremely beneficial to all those involved, whether it is in a developed or a developing country. Throughout the world, there are vast numbers of children who are orphaned or neglected, and in need of love, care and affection. These are things which you do not need to be trained or qualified to give. The only qualities that the volunteer needs to possess are a care for fellow human beings and a desire to improve the lives of those with domestic or physical circumstances less fortunate than their own.

People are often unaware of the impact they can have on another person's life, with even the smallest gesture. Spending as little as one month working in an orphanage, a volunteer can have a hugely significant and positive impact on the lives of underprivileged children.

While the input of the volunteer is beneficial to the placement, in turn the placement proves beneficial to the volunteer. Volunteers are in a privileged position to be able to work in an environment culturally different from their own, where they can have unique experiences and develop a greater understanding of how other groups of people think and live. They go home with more self-confidence and a greater knowledge of the world.