Hello Everyone
I hope that someone might be able to help me with a personal request. I am a 46 year old UK citizen who has visited the Philippines on a number of occasions in recent years. Having seen first hand some of the problems in the Philippines I would really like to work over there as a volunteer helping in social or in educational projects.
I have extensive work experience in commercial management gained over 25 years with blue chip companies in the UK. Additionally I also have a CELTA teaching qualification and have recently taught English as a second language in China for some eighteen months.
I am now looking to find a voluntary position in the Philippines and wish to commence with this in September 2012. Of course I am financially independent and self sufficient, and therefore expect to pay for my own accommodation and living expenses.
There are many organisations advertising placements on the internet but from what I can determine it seems that most of these are geared towards casual volunteers who wish to take a short career break for just a few weeks. I wish to volunteer for 3-6 months.
I am therefore asking whether you can advise me of any possible organisations, or contacts based in the Philippines who might be seeking volunteers.
I really thank you for your consideration and hope that you are able to help me in my search.
Sincerely
Philip