Art Volunteer Programs Abroad | GoAbroad.com

African countries, as well as Central and South America, often provide the highest number of options for volunteering in art programs abroad.

South Africa and Zimbabwe are especially popular locations for volunteering in art programs abroad, as these nations have much to offer in terms of programs options and extracurricular activities. Home to countless wildlife reserves and the famous Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), volunteers looking for slightly more comfortable accommodations and art volunteer placements in wildlife photography need to look no further than these two African countries.

Togo is one of the smallest and poorest countries in Africa, and it is an incredible destination to volunteer in art programs, especially for those looking to make a difference in the lives of locals through art. In this sliver of land in western Africa, volunteers will complement NGO (non-governmental organization) efforts by teaching their artistic skills in orphanages, allowing young artists to develop their talents, gain confidence in their abilities, and possibly learn an income-sustaining craft.

Ghana and Douala are also popular destinations in Africa for volunteers interested in working with children through art programs. Volunteers may find themselves in schools, art centers, orphanages, or out in the community spending time teaching the youth about art (and often about theater, dance, and music as well).

In Latin America, Ecuador, Guatemala, and Nicaragua are equally great choices for kid-loving volunteers who want to teach art, theater, dance, and music in schools. Guatemala additionally offers volunteers the chance to work with the large Maya population, which makes up 40 percent of the country’s natives. Art programs in Guatemala often work with female artisans to further their craft and grant them market access to Fair Trade options.

Brazil makes the top of the list of South American countries for volunteering in art programs abroad. Brazil offers an especially unique volunteer experience by allowing volunteers to partake in the preparation and celebration of the country’s annual Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. The program cost for participating in this week-long festival will be noticeably higher than other placements, as a result of the flocking tourists, inflated prices, and the Carnaval cost itself, but it will be well worth the expense.

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