ITC Giving - South Africa

Education/Community Project, Port Elizabeth
Our projects, based in the townships of Port Elizabeth, aim to develop new learning experiences and to introduce township children to a wider experience of the world through education. You will learn about the cultural, social and economic context of education in the townships from local experts and engage with preschools and primary schools in the most disadvantaged but vibrant communities in South Africa.

Location
On South Africa’s south-eastern coast, Port Elizabeth is the hub of the region now known as ‘Nelson Mandela Bay’, with a rich history in South Africa’s 20th century emergence from apartheid.

The Project
Our inspirational local partner is Paul Miedema – a passionate man with a manifest commitment to his local communities. Paul has been working closely with township communities since 1997, expanding his work to a full volunteer programme, with education and wealth creation as a particular focus.

The broad aims of these projects are to support education through a multifaceted approach to develop new learning experiences and to introduce township children to a wider experience of the world.

How will you give a little and gain a lot?
• Do something worthwhile – rest assured that your short time with the projects will make a difference and your money will be used sustainably.
• Make a difference to the lives of some of the most disadvantaged children in South Africa.
• Learn about the cultural, social and economic context of growing up and gaining an education in the townships of South Africa from experts and local people.
• Share the challenges and the joys of building post-apartheid South Africa.
• Understand the work of an internationally-recognised grass roots charity from its founder.

Programme and Itinerary

Every one of you has a range of unique skills and experiences. Your programme and time with the project will be designed to create a mutually worthwhile and fulfilling experience, and you will gain real insight and knowledge of the project.

Day 1: Orientation tour and briefing meeting; social history tour of the townships; visit the award-winning Red Location Museum; meet the project leaders; visit the project where you will work.

Day 2: First day at work; observe, learn and prepare; start your work.

Days 3 & 4: Full days working in the project. On Day 4, you will share an informal party with some of the project staff you have worked with.

Day 5: Bid a farewell to the people you have collaborated with then take a select few students on an outing; maybe Addo Game Reserve or a beach picnic - something the children will never have done before and a treat for them and you! Debrief meeting with programme leader.

Accommodation
Singa Lodge, Port Elizabeth

What is included?
Flights / Accommodation / Preparation in the UK / 24- hour In-country support / Airport transfers / Lunches for five days / Daily return transfers from hotel to project / A social activity with project staff / A social outing with children

What's not included?
Medical and travel insurance / Cost of any CRB checks

Dates
All tours in the ITC Giving Programme are available throughout the year, subject only to local religious festivals and holidays and to school term dates.

Minimum/Maximum group sizes
Minimum 4 people and maximum 6 people per tour.

Price

From £2,625 per person based on 2 adults sharing.