Volunteer
Volunteer at a Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Cameroon, Africa
Interested in Volunteering?
Quick Facts
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Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue prefers volunteers commit to a six month stay. However, three month positions are currently available.
SYCR in Cameroon needs help from highly motivated, mature volunteers who are committed to the conservation of great
. . . Locations:- Near Belabo, Cameroon
Dates:-
Flexible dates available. Duration:
6
months
Costs:- There is a one-time applicant processing fee of $300 when you are accepted as a volunteer. Volunteers are responsible for round-trip air travel, immunizations, visas, etc. Accommodations and vegetarian meals are provided while at the sanctuary. SYCR does not provide stipends, internships or research opportunities. To learn more about our volunteer program or to request an application, please email Rebecca Pool at rebecca@sanaga-yong.org.
Focus Areas:-
Education
Environment
Animals
Full Description
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Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue prefers volunteers commit to a six month stay. However, three month positions are currently available.
SYCR in Cameroon needs help from highly motivated, mature volunteers who are committed to the conservation of great apes and are willing to live in an isolated, challenging environment to help save an endangered species. This incredibly rewarding, life-enriching experience provides the exclusive opportunity to live in Africa, learn from our highly skilled staff and care for our beloved resident chimpanzees!
Volunteer tasks include working with French speaking Cameroonian staff, helping with chimpanzee care/feeding, kitchen duties, washing fruit, cleaning cages, assisting with facilities/fence maintenance, painting, buying food/supplies in town, and other manual tasks. Contact with juvenile and adult chimpanzees occurs during daily feedings and enrichment activities. Hands-on contact the babies is limited and not guaranteed.
Cost Details
- There is a one-time applicant processing fee of $300 when you are accepted as a volunteer. Volunteers are responsible for round-trip air travel, immunizations, visas, etc. Accommodations and vegetarian meals are provided while at the sanctuary. SYCR does not provide stipends, internships or research opportunities. To learn more about our volunteer program or to request an application, please email Rebecca Pool at rebecca@sanaga-yong.org.
A Great Opportunity For...
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Retirees
Groups
Professionals
Language Needed
- French (basic)
Skills Needed/ Experience
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Qualifications/Experience Required:
21 years or older
Paid work experience
Fluent in French or English. If fluent in English, conversational French preferred. If fluent in French, conversational English preferred
Ability to apply in English
Physical stamina and good overall health
Adaptable and agreeable to changing work requirements/schedules and basic living conditions
Visit our website for preferred qualifications and experience.
Qualifications or length of stay can be negotiated for applicants with professional veterinary or medical training, or mechanical, electrical or construction skills and experience. SYCR continually seeks experienced veterinarians, veterinary technicians, doctors and nurses, mechanics and engineers.
Detailed Location Information
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Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue is located on the edge of the forest, approximately 15 miles from the nearest small town of Belabo. Volunteers travel by bus from the capital city of Yaounde to the sanctuary (arranged by SYCR staff). The area is currently free of the Ebola virus.
