Summer 2018
WHAT IS
Global Volunteer is a 6 week cross-cultural Volunteer Experience for youth who want to gain personal development and leave an impact on the world. Develop Yourself and the World. If we don't change the world, then who will?
Cross-Cultural Environment Volunteer Experience Develop Yourself
Cross-Cultural Environment Be a local in an unknown environment and experience new cultures by working in a diverse and cross-cultural team. Step out of your box and broaden your horizon, becoming a citizen of the World!
Volunteer Experience Volunteer abroad in NGOs or on projects that contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals* Tackle pressing global issues to create positive impact in local societies. Don’t just travel. Develop the world.
Develop Yourself An intense cross-cultural environment allows you to increase your self-awareness and solution orientation, improve communication skills and develop a global mindset. Become the best version of yourself!
How to Apply? Sign up at www.aiesec.org
Apply for projects
Virtual Meeting with Project Manager
Finished & receive your certificate
6 weeks of realization
Payment of RM600
PROGRAMME FEE (RM600) What does the fee cover?
What does the fee NOT cover?
Matching Support Support from local AIESEC committee to match you to your ideal project and virtual support while you are abroad.
Flight Tickets
AIESEC Events Get prepared before you embark with inductions, preparation seminars, welcome and farewell parties.
Cost of Applying for Visa
Living Expenses
Exchange Support Support from AIESEC host country to assist you in your exchange experience, including sourcing of accommodation, either host family or rented apartments (free accommodation for certain projects), and guide with transportation etc.
Insurance Cost
Accommodation (for some) You will need to check with the host local committee if accommodation is provided and this can be done during your interview.
Other Applications Providing support in the application for visas
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The main force that pushed me going for the programme is the inner call deep inside which I know that social work is not popular among Asians. I wish that I could do something to give back to the society before I start stepping into my real working life as an adult. I believe that Global Volunteer can grant me a chance to see more, feel more and at the same time repaying my debt to the society that I have been getting from it for 24 years.
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Shum Jia Jia from Faculty of Business & Accountancy, Global Volunteer in Nepal
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I would not trade the 6 weeks I spent on this project with anything else in the world. I learned so many things and met so many amazing people, I can't imagine what my life would be right now if I had not registered in the first place.
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Nadia Zul Hisham from Faculty of Engineering, Global Volunteer in Czech Republic
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Global Volunteer to me is not just about contributing to global issues, but also a platform to discover yourself, your strengths and your passion in life. I have a stronger belief that I am able to contribute to a better world by bridging the gap between cultural differences and bringing them together. I also learnt that everyone is able to leave a positive impact in others’ lives and create a ripple effect.
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Puen Yong Jia from Faculty of Languages & Linguistics, Global Volunteer in Mainland of China
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Young people today should experience something different once in your lifetime. Global Volunteer is the best platform so far to enrich yourself and grow to be better. The life experience you get cannot be measured from the expenses, you got more from it unconsciously. Be more acceptable to other diversity and be like a global citizen. The world is your home. It's time to start to make a change, and you can make a difference.
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Lam Jian Jia from Faculty of Engineering, Global Volunteer in Vietnam
FAQs
Question 1: Can I join GV if I’m not a member of AIESEC? Yes, of course! The requirements to join GV are your age must in between 18 - 30 years old & able to communicate in English.
Question 2: Can I still apply for Global Volunteer even if I have graduated from university? As long as you are within 18-30 years old, you can apply for our Global Volunteer programme.
Question 3: What is the minimum budget for the whole Global Volunteer programme? The minimum budget is around RM3,000 including administration fees, flight tickets, accommodation, meals, visa etc.
Question 4: When will the Global Volunteer programme start? The Global Volunteer programme is ongoing all year long all over the world as long as you are available for 6 weeks.
Question 5: What is the duration of Global Volunteer programme? The Global Volunteer will be held ranged from 6 to 8 weeks. The minimum duration is 6 weeks or 42 days.
FAQs
Question 6: Are there any administration fees? Every Exchange Participant of Malaysia is to pay RM600 to AIESEC in Malaysia as administration fees. You might need to pay or need not to pay extra fees to the hosting entity depending on the projects provided. Some projects provide free meals and accommodation throughout the 6 weeks.
Question 7: What does the RM600 administration fees include? The RM600 administration fees include Outgoing Preparation, Personal Goal Setting, experience facilitation, EP goodies, Welcome Home Party etc.
Question 8: Should I be worried for travelling alone for 6 weeks? Definitely not! You will be educated on crisis management and culture shock preparation. Meanwhile, you will be travelling with other Exchange Participants from other countries and make friends with the locals.
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