Youth Challenge Australia

www.youthchallenge.org.au

We exist to provide youth with a challenging and rewarding experience, though international and local development. Volunteers work towards the Millennium Development goals and help to reduce poverty and inequality by supporting developing communities... a very gratifying experience!

A happy child in Kintore, Central Australia...

YCA helps young people to achieve their goal of making a difference. We send volunteers to countries all over the world who need our help to deal with issues such as health, education, construction, conservation and social development. Projects are very hands-on, as volunteers work with local communities and partner organisations.

Projects are run in Costa Rica, India, Vanuatu, Guyana, Mexico and Guatemala, and of course in our very own backyard...Indigenous Australia!

Teaching english in Costa Rica...

We cater for young people between the ages of 18 and 30.

Our programs aim to:

- develop leadership skills for your career with youth, volunteers and communities 
- strengthen your risk management & decision-making skills 
- hone in on your group management skills 
- plan and co-ordinate project activities 
- acquire cross-cultural skills and understanding 
- strengthen your understanding of development issues

 
Island style transport in Vanuatu...

- Our projects are community identified, which means they have all been identified as issues that are very important for the community. This ensures that the local people are always welcoming and excited about the project!
- Volunteers have ongoing support during the trip, from YCA and from their group leaders.
- We have 18 years experience sending young Australian volunteers on genuine development projects around the world.
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Cooking with locals in Guatemala...