Just had some details from Mary Anderson of Christian Aid about Platform 2. She writes,Platform2: free 10-week life-changing experience overseas!
Are you – or do you know anyone – 18-25 years old? If so, take a look at www.myplatform2.com as you or they may be eligible for a free, government-funded, life-changing experience in a developing country such as Ghana, South Africa, India or Peru. This is a fantastic one-off opportunity aimed at young people who would not otherwise be able to afford a gap-year experience, for example, those from families who claim tax credits.
The trips are 10 weeks long, with a one-week in-country orientation and then nine weeks at the project. A three-day residential follows return to the UK where we will help volunteers make sense of their experience and act on it through telling their story in creative ways in the UK to raise development awareness.
Typical projects include constructing community buildings, caring for and teaching children, building infrastructure at eco centres, and assisting in HIV clinics. The important thing is that they involve living among a local community, getting an opportunity to make a meaningful difference to that community, and then coming back inspired to tell their story back in the UK.
A few places are still available for July and August departures. An immediate application might secure a July placement. Otherwise, please make sure you apply by 20 June in order to secure an August placement.
Feel free to contact at enquiries@myplatform2.com for more information – don’t delay!
