ACTION FOR HALONG BAY

Project
Youth exchange
http://www.voluntourism.com.vn
Project runs from 10/01/2013 till 22/01/2013.

“Action for Halong Bay” is a Heritage international volunteer workcamp held in Vietnam which gathers young volunteers from different countries during a given period of time to live and work together with local population towards a common goal : World Heritage preservation in Vietnam. As the fragile future of world heritage lies in the hands of youth, in the hands of those who, tomorrow will be able to take care of it, and “pass it on”. It is our duty to help them feel responsible for it, and be conscious of its outstanding value.
The world heritage workcamp seeks to encourage and enable the tomorrow’s decision-makers and to respond to continuing threats facing our heritage. It aims to mobilize youth to take action in the sector for World Heritage promotion and preservation through involvement in international voluntary work.
The project explores opportunities for a dynamic dialogue between volunteers and youth groups and heritage & education experts involved in the promotion and protection of the selected World Heritage sites.

WHY PROGRAM NEEDS YOU?
Ha Long Bay has been recognized as world heritage by UNESCO. Halong Bay is now being suffered from loads of garbage from services and individuals. The ecology system is also in danger because of changing of the natural condition. Unfortunately, the attitude and consciousness of the local residents is making the matter worse.
That’s why the program needs you to join hands to reverse the situations. The world heritage workcamp seeks to encourage and enable the tomorrow’s decision-makers and to respond to continuing threats facing our heritage. It aims to encourage youth to take action in the sector for World Heritage promotion and preservation through involvement in international voluntary work.

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OVERVIEW

A series of volunteer work camp, called “ Action for Halong Bay” in Ha Long Bay-Vietnam is organized by a corporation between Vingo travel program – C&C group and The Voluteers for Community Development & Environmental Education – Vietnam association for conservation of nature and environment , touching all continents and bringing together thousands of people who will take action for world heritage in Vietnam.
“Action for Halong Bay” is a Heritage international volunteer workcamp held in Vietnam which gathers young volunteers from different countries during a given period of time to live and work together with local population towards a common goal : World Heritage preservation in Vietnam. As the fragile future of world heritage lies in the hands of youth, in the hands of those who, tomorrow will be able to take care of it, and “pass it on”. It is our duty to help them feel responsible for it, and be conscious of its outstanding value.
The world heritage workcamp seeks to encourage and enable the tomorrow’s decision-makers and to respond to continuing threats facing our heritage. It aims to mobilize youth to take action in the sector for World Heritage promotion and preservation through involvement in international voluntary work.
The project explores opportunities for a dynamic dialogue between volunteers and youth groups and heritage & education experts involved in the promotion and protection of the selected World Heritage sites.

WHY PROGRAM NEEDS YOU?

Ha Long Bay has been recognized as world heritage by UNESCO. Halong Bay is now being suffered from loads of garbage from services and individuals. The ecology system is also in danger because of changing of the natural condition. Unfortunately, the attitude and consciousness of the local residents is making the matter worse.
That’s why the program needs you to join hands to reverse the situations. The world heritage workcamp seeks to encourage and enable the tomorrow’s decision-makers and to respond to continuing threats facing our heritage. It aims to encourage youth to take action in the sector for World Heritage promotion and preservation through involvement in international voluntary work.

WHAT WE DO IN THE WORKCAMP?

Right at this moment we are seeking out for you! We are inviting people, organizations and movements in different countries who want to be part of this meaningful program. All you have to do is stand up and make a decision to engage our program for one week per camp in Vietnam. We are offering you:
• A network of wonderful people and organizations,
• Taking part in our program, joining hands to make a difference.
• Spreading our wonderful mission to every community in the world.
With each participant we will make this new world’s wonder cleaner. With each our action in the program, we will send out a message – To preserve world heritage is in our own hands, especially local community who have leading role to protect their previlige!

AT A GLANCE

Location HALONG BAY – New 7 wonders in the world
Start date 5th Jan 2013 to 31th Jan 2013
Duration 1 week/ camp
Food Food at hotel
Accommodation Hotel
Fee Free for food, accommodation and boat in Ha Long

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• One day cultural orientation and Hanoi tour.
• Support from local volunteers during the camp.
• Local activities and cultural exchange.

HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER AT WORLD HERITAGE SITE?

* No experience is necessary for most volunteer projects, just a willingness to learn and a commitment to participate.
* Food, accommodation and transportation are free. All those costs are covered by organizers during the camp time.
Please contact us if you decide to join this program.

WWW.VOLUNTOURISM.COM.VN

Add: Suite 402 - 184 Hoang Quoc Viet Tower - Tu Liem Dist - Ha Noi - Vietnam
Tel: 048585772 -
Email: [email protected]

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Themes: Themes: Art and culture, Environment, Heritage protection, Rural development, Urban development, Equal opportunities, Anti-racism/xenophobia, Health, Anti-drugs/substance abuse, Social exclusion (in general), Measures against delinquency, Youth information, Youth policies, Youth leisure, Youth sports, Media and communications, European awareness, Other

Targets: Targets: Youth and children, Elderly, Disabled people, Homeless, Unemployed, Migrants, Local Community, Other