Protecting and Spreading the Heritage and a Culture of Ayacucho
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About the project
Protecting and Spreading the Heritage and a Culture of Ayacucho
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
💼 What the programme involves
As part of this program, the volunteers will work in intercultural programs, in the protection and dissemination of the crafts of the Ayacucho region. The volunteers will spend time with the artisans since the municipality together with the Ministry of Culture launched the conservation plan and value the work of the artisans. During the two weeks you will be working on the reconstruction for the opening of the craftsman's house, helping five hours a day from Monday to Friday. This intercultural project contributes mainly to the development of Artisan families in poor rural areas and urban areas. These 2 weeks will be fantastic to understand the culture and millennial traditions of the Wari dynasty, which is still very much alive in the region, while contributing to making society a better place to live for all The Brigada de Voluntarios Bolivarianos del Peru Ayacucho subsidiary created this field of work to support the community in the maintenance and remodeling of the often neglected home of the artisans.
PROJECT’S ACTIVITIES
Volunteers will participate in the renovation of the artisan house, carrying out:
• Reconstruction and maintenance of the place.
• Participate in workshop classes offered by craft schools.
• Prepare posters and creative workshops for the public.
• Disseminate the work of artisans.
🏠 Accommodation on site
📍 About the location
⚠️ Requirements
The Volunteer in the project requires above all the ability to be flexible and adapt to local culture, and the ability to work as a team. The ease of interaction with children and young people will help you a lot, and the experience in cultural and artistic activities is also very welcome (music, dance, theater, etc.). Peru is a Spanish -speaking country, and communication in daily life is in Spanish. All participants must have medical assistance insurance, which covers, among others, situations related to COVID-19. Language: English (basic Spanish is a plus)
ℹ️ Additional information
The participation fee in the Work Camp is €240 euros, this covers accommodation, meals, project expenses, administrative expenses, certificate of participation, communications for coordination before, during and after the camp. The participation fee does not include the costs of picking up the airport, and transportation from Lima to the city of Ayacucho.
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📅 Available sessions
BVBP01
01/06/2023 → 15/06/2023
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–90 years old
Solidarity donation
240.00 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Ayacucho, Peru
Peru
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Peru Nuevo Sol (PEN / S/.)
Exchange rate
1 PEN = 0.262474 EUR
Rate as of 31/05/2026
Timezone
Peru Standard Time
Local time: 22:12 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken