Are you 18 - 25 and looking to gain new skills and a life changing experience volunteering abroad. Then look no further than International Citizen Service (ICS) with Progressio!

ICS is a programme that brings together young adults from all backgrounds to fight poverty overseas. It is funded by the Department for International Development which means you will have everything covered. All you need to do is fundraise a means tested target, usually £800, and you will be given plenty of support to achieve your target.

Why do it?

You’ll develop skills such as team work, media and events planning. You’ll also increase your confidence, gain unique experience for your CV, not to mention helping others, making new friends, meeting inspiring people and gaining a new perspective on life!

You will…

• Volunteer in a team of UK and local volunteers, led by Group Leaders, alongside local organisations.
• Choose a role in your team which is suited to you and your interests, including media, visual media, community liaison, monitoring and evaluation and language/interpreter.
• Make a difference and help communities improve their lives through sustainable community development projects that cater to their specific needs.
• Inspire social action on global issues back in the UK.

The basics…

• Placements are in Central America (El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua) and Southern Africa (Malawi and Zimbabwe).
• You will volunteer for 10 weeks.
• You will get lots of training and support.
• Flights, accommodation, insurance, food, etc will be provided.

As Grace Nyamugunduru, a former Progressio ICS volunteer from Darlington, says: “I had an amazing experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to make a real positive change in the world and wants to enhance their CV tremendously”.