1. TEACHNG ENGLISH The level of education in Cambodia is considerably low, leading to a high level of poverty, and unemployment throughout the country. English skills are required for most jobs in Cambodia, however many children do not have the opportunity to learn the language as most parents cannot afford this type of education for their children. You may work on the Teaching English project work in orphanage and NGO-run schools, where you are needed to assist in developing the English skills of the children. CHILDCARE Cambodia has an incredibly high number of orphaned children relative to the population. Many children have lost their parents due to HIV, while other parents cannot afford to provide their children with food, accommodations, or an education. As a result, many children living in orphanages in Cambodia still have parents or relatives that they may visit from time to tome. Volunteers on this project usually work between 4 and 8 hours per day and have a 2 hours lunch break. =which can be spent in the orphanage.

2. PROGRAM LOCATION The program is based in the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh, where volunteer orientation and general administration is carried out by our partner organization. Projects are located in in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and the Cambodian provinces of Pursat and Kampong Speu. VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS Ÿ. Volunteers must be over 18 years of age at the beginning of the program. Ÿ. Volunteers must speak fluent English. Ÿ. Volunteers must present a recent *criminal background check to IVHQ’s partner organization staff upon arrival in Cambodia. Ÿ. »» TEACHING ENGLISH »» CHILDCARE Capital: Phnom Penh 14,805,000 Official language: Khmer Currency: Cambodian Riel & USD Airport for volunteer pick up: Phnom Penh (PNH) Climate: Cambodia has two distinct seasons. The rainy season, which runs from May to October, can see temperatures drop to 22 °C (72°F) and is generally accompanied with high humidity. The dry season lasts from November to April when temperatures can rise up to 40 °C (104°F) around April. Over the course of a year, the temperature typically varies from 23°C (73°F) to 35°C (95°F). *

3. Accommodation Volunteers are accommodated in either a volunteer house or a homestay and can expect to share a room with one to two other volunteers. Bedrooms are comprised of single beds and bunk beds with bedding provided, although this generally only includes a bottom sheet and pillow, due to the warm climate. The volunteer houses have electricity, running water and WiFi access. Living is comfortable and most homestays have electricity, running water and western bathrooms.. You can expect low-pressure showers that are generally not heated. Most likely our group will all stay together in a group home. Meals Khmer cuisine reflects a fusion of Chinese, French and Indian cuisines with an emphasis on simple and fresh local produce, namely rice and seafood. Volunteers in Cambodia are provided with three meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner), which is served at the volunteer house or homestay. Breakfast is served between 7am and 8am and generally consists of fruit and baguettes. Lunch is served between 12pm and 2pm at your accommodation or placement and includes rice or noodles with fried vegetables and meat. Dinner is served around 7pm and generally consists of a range of dishes in the volunteer house, or a traditional Khmer meal at your homestay, including dishes of rice, soup, vegetables and meat with sweet, salty, bitter and sour flavors. Fresh fruits, such as mangos or pineapples are served with sticky rice for desert. We will provide water on a daily basis. Volunteer Week (example) First Day: On your first day of volunteering, you will be escorted to your placement by a local coordinator and introduced to the placement staff you will be working with. Weekdays: A typical volunteer day would be as follows: 7.00 AM Breakfast in the volunteer house or with your host family. 7.45 AM Volunteers leave home and travel to the project. Volunteers joins with the local staff and are given a duty roster and plan for work. Work and hours are dependent on the project and location that the volunteer is participating in. 12-2.00 PM Lunch break. In Cambodia all workplaces have a lunch break for about 2 hours. Some start earlier, some later. You are welcome to stay with the children in the orphanage or in the office and some placements will offer you food. 2-5.00 PM Work at the project usually ends. The volunteer at this point is free to travel home, sightsee or go shopping. 7.00 PM Dinner in the volunteer house or with the host family. Weekends: During the weekend, volunteers have spare time to relax or take the opportunity to explore their local town, or other areas in Cambodia such as the Temples of Angkor Wat, a world culture heritages site,

4. Do I need a visa to go to Cambodia ? Visa requirements vary depending on the following factors: your purpose of travel, length of stay, nationality and place of residence. All volunteers need to ensure they have a passport that is valid for 6 months from the date of entry in Cambodia. Length of stay: A Cambodia tourist visa and ordinary visa are valid for 4 weeks initially. For volunteers who intend to stay for a period longer than 8 weeks, we recommend you apply for an ordinary visa as this can be extended for long periods (indefinitely), whereas the tourist visa can only be extended for an additional 4 weeks. How to apply: A tourist visa and ordinary visa can be obtained on your arrival to Cambodia for a fee of US$30 or US$35 respectively and you will also need to provide a passport photo. Alternatively, you can apply for a visa in your home country from your nearest Cambodian embassy. There are generally no problems with the issuing of visas on arrival at the airport and this is how the majority of our volunteers traveling to Cambodia obtain their visas. What is the currency in Cambodia? Currency: US Dollar and Cambodian Riel. We recommend checking out the most current exchange rate before your departure. Managing your money: We recommend you take some United States Dollars (around USD200) to keep away in case of emergencies and a VISA or Mastercard credit/debit card to withdraw cash in local currency as you need it. ATMs are easily accessible in major cities and tourist areas, and hotels, shops and restaurants in tourist areas generally accept credit cards and USD. You will need Riel for public transportation, taxis and independent shops and hospitality venues. Most currencies can be exchanged easily at the airport (although you will not receive a favorable exchange rate) and at any bank.

5. I have never been to Cambodia before and am worried! How safe is it? Cambodia is a developing country where there can be unrest and like all countries around the world, there are areas where criminal activity is more prevalent than others. Safety and security is a high priority for IVHQ and you will not be placed in areas where we feel your safety is at risk. You will be accommodated and placed with other volunteers, so it is unlikely that you will ever be alone during your time on the program and we do everything in our power to ensure your volunteering trip is as safe and secure as possible. The IVHQ office is based in New Zealand and we work closely with local partner organizations in each country in which we have programs. During orientation, our local staff will provide guidance in the area of safety and security and in the unlikely event that something was to happen, you will be able to call on the local staff for support 24/7. The Drs. Oliphant will also be with you on the entire trip. Is it easy to keep in touch with friends and family at home? Phone: You can bring your own mobile phone and if it is SIM card compatible you can get a local SIM card and a Cambodian mobile number for approximately US$2, which is great for keeping in touch with other volunteers and also home. Please note, the country code of Cambodia is +855. Internet: You will be able access the internet in the volunteer houses and at nearby internet cafes in urban areas. Do I require vaccinations to travel to Cambodia? If you are travelling from or via a country that is infected with Yellow Fever, a vaccination against this disease is legally required for you to enter Cambodia. Any other vaccinations remain a personal choice and we recommend you visit a travel doctor (ideally 4-6 weeks prior to your start date) to discuss vaccinations as the list we provide below is only a guide. Your doctor will advise you of the benefits and implications for vaccinations available in accordance to your full travel plans so you can make an informed decision. We recommend considering the following vaccinations: Ÿ. Polio Ÿ. Hepatitis A Ÿ. Diphtheria/Tetanus Ÿ. Typhoid Ÿ. Malaria Ÿ. Hepatitis B Ÿ. Tuberculosis (when epidemic) Ÿ. Cholera (when epidemic )