tzedek volunteer Programmes sends a group of volunteers to gain first-hand experience of overseas development in some of the world's poorest communities

Tzedek Volunteer Programmes
Each year Tzedek sends a group of volunteers to gain first-hand experience of overseas development in some of the world's poorest communities. To find out more click the button on the right to visit the volunteer website...

How to Apply
We will shortly be accepting applications for Summer 2008. Click on the links below to download the application pack. The key dates are as follows -
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TZEDEK WILL NOT BE CONSIDERING NEW LETTERS OF INQUIRY UNTIL JANUARY 2009. PLEASE COME BACK TO THE WEBSITE IN JANUARY AND SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AT THAT TIME.

> Applications now open.

> The deadline for applications is 22nd February 2008

> Interviews will be held on Sunday 16th March 2008 in London

> There will an orientation day in mid April 2008 (exact date tbc)

> The programme will start with an orientation in London in late June 2008 before you travel to your host country (exact dates tbc). The programme will end on 29th August 2008

> Volunteers will also be expected to attend an Action Day in September 2008 (exact date tbc)



Please read the information below, and then download the following documents to apply:
CLICK ON THE PAGES BELOW TO DOWNLOAD:


Download Application Form >>

Download Checklist to Keep >>

Download Checklist to Return >>

Selection for interview will be based on your application form. It is therefore important that your application includes all the information requested. If you are selected for an interview, we will ask you to prepare a 3 minute presentation on a development issue of your choice, and consider its relevance to a Jewish group of volunteers. If selected, we may also ask you to bring your presentation with you on the volunteer programme to share with other volunteers as part of an informal education programme. Successful applicants will be notified as soon as possible after interview. Please note that it is often impossible to confirm a volunteer’s particular placement until after they have arrived in the country.

You will have plenty of assistance from Tzedek in preparing for the programme! There will be an informal day in mid-April where you will meet the other volunteers and you will find out how to prepare yourself before leaving the UK. The Summer programme will begin in London at the end of June, when there will be three days of orientation in our London office. The orientation will continue in your host country before you start your work as a volunteer. If you have further questions, please contact the Tzedek office.

The volunteer programme will finish on 29th August 2008. It is the volunteer’s responsibility to book their flights.

Tzedek does not just run volunteer programmes. We have many different projects with which to get involved. Volunteers are expected to commit to Tzedek for a minimum of one year after their placement. Past volunteers have spoken about their experiences at University Jewish Societies, in schools and synagogues. Others have joined the VPG, the Overseas Programmes Group and have organised fundraisers to raise money for Tzedek. At the Action Day we will discuss how you can continue your involvement with Tzedek and you can provide valuable feedback on your programme.

We recommend that you contact a past volunteer to find out more about the experience. Email: info@tzedek.org.uk to request volunteers’ contact details to be sent to you. You should also read about experiences of past volunteers on the country pages – follow the links on the right. If you decide to apply, you will need to:



> Return your application to Tzedek

> Complete, sign and return the checklist and keep a copy for yourself.

> Sign and return the volunteer agreement.



> Visit your doctor or travel clinic to find out what medical advice there is for travellers to both rural and urban areas in India (especially West Bengal)or Ghana.

> Check travel costs and visa requirements (remember to ask for a TOURIST visa only)

> Read the frequently asked questions on this website

> Call or email a previous volunteer to find out more about the programme

> Write all the programme dates in your diary

> Arrange flights and insurance for yourself

The submission of an application will be taken as an indication of your intention to participate in the programme. For this reason, please make sure you find out AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE prior to returning your application. We look forward to receiving your application!