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Yes! All volunteers will receive four hours of group Spanish classes each day for the first week of their project. However, we can arrange for additional Spanish lessons beyond this first week for an extra fee. Additionally, volunteers will be introduced to Argentinian and international students in order to quickly get to know the city and make friends.

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The climate in Córdoba can be divided into four different seasons. While summer lasts from November to early March, with temperatures ranging from approximately 15 °C (59 °F) to 27 °C (81 °F), winter (May to September) will bring temperatures from about 4 °C (39 °F) to  8 °C (64 °F). 

In spring and autum there can be days of extreme temperatures, such as a high of above 30 °C and a nightly low of temperatures around freezing.

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Usually volunteers will be helping up to 6 hours at their projects each day (Monday - Friday), but occassionally volunteers are asked to stay longer at their project on a particular day, which will be compensated with less hours on the following days.

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We are currently offering three different projects, but are hoping to add more projects at a later stage.

Community Development Project - assisting a local library with recreational and educational workshops.
Gender Equality Project - volunteering at a centre for single mothers who have escaped abusive environments or have been abandoned.
Rugby Project - helping at a project that enables children in poor neighbourhoods of Cordoba to get active in a rugby club.

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Each GVN program has different criteria depending on our partner's requirements. Every application is reviewed to ensure that the minimum requirements (as set out on the program page) are met. Next we look to see what skills or experience you have that relate specifically to the program. We are also interested in any previous volunteer experience you may have (either local or international), travel experience, and your particular interest in the program.

After reviewing your application, should we require any further information from you, we will email you to request this.

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As in many countries, foreigners are perceived as wealthy in Argentina. Although the people are generally warm and friendly towards foreigners, as well as appreciative of the work done by volunteers, not every individual is the same. We work extremely hard to ensure you are placed in safe environments while volunteering and security policies are in place to achieve this. However, as in any situation at home or abroad, there is no way to erase all potential threats.

In Cordoba and other major cities in Argentina it is important to be wary of pick pocketing, especially in crowded areas. You should also avoid extremely remote areas where you will be alone. Furthermore, you should be aware that there are active volcanoes in Argentina and minor earthquakes are relatively common. Volunteers will be given further safety advice in their orientation session.

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Please indicate any dietary restrictions on your application form. Vegetarians can be catered for but you need to let us know beforehand.

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You must be 18 years or older to volunteer. There is no upper limit for volunteers; we only require that volunteers are in good health.

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Yes. Volunteers have their weekends free for travelling and we do recommend that you take advantage of being in Argentina to see some other places of interest.

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Volunteers should dress conservatively at all times, according to the custom in Argentina. Volunteers need warm clothing for the nights and also light, loose clothing for the day, when it can be hot. However, please note in which season you will be visiting Argentina as temperatures vary between the different months of the year.

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The major holidays to be aware of in Argentina are:

Carnival: February 20 and 21
Holy week: April 5 and 6
Labour Day: May 1
Day of the First National Government: May 25
Independence Day: July 9
Christmas: December 24,25
New Year's Eve: December 31

Holidays in Argentina are perfect dates to go on trips and combine volunteer programs with travel and other activities. However, there are some additional holidays that have not been listed here, please get in touch with us if you would like an extended list.

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Your program fee is payable to Global Volunteer Network 10 weeks prior to the 1st of the month you wish to volunteer.  Please note, your placement is not confirmed (ie secured) until your program fee has been received.  Please note that all charges incurred by the payment of the program fee are at the volunteer’s expense, e.g. if a bank transfer incurs a bank fee at the point of origin, that is at the expense of the volunteer. Seventy percent (70%) of the program fee is refundable until two calendar months before the 1st of the month you are due to begin your program. For example a volunteer with 15 July 2012 as their start date would need to submit their refund request form by the last day of April 2012 to be eligible for a refund. Refer to GVN's legal terms of service for full details.

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All programs are available year round.

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The projects are located in Cordoba, in central Argentina.

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The staff at our partner organisation speak English, but the locals at your specific project may have very limited English. Volunteers will need at least a basic level of Spanish, however, one week of Spanish lessons is included for all volunteers. Further, we can arrange for Spanish lessons before or after your project, but this will include additional costs for housing.

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All GVN Volunteers must have insurance. You are free to take out insurance cover through any provider of your choice. However, as some policies do not cover volunteering, we recommend you check you are covered during your volunteer placement.

For your convenience we have arranged a comprehensive package specially designed for volunteering. It includes excellent medical and accident coverage as well as “loss of deposits” cover which covers fees paid to GVN, airlines etc. If you would like to learn more just follow this link: http://www.globalvolunteernetwork.org/insurance/

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Our partner organisation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cultural and educational exchange between youth and adults in different countries around the world. Apart from volunteer programs, they also run student exchange programs.

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Volunteer orientation takes place on the first Monday following arrival on Sunday. This is a 1-hour meeting which includes information about the program, the partner organization, and living in Argentina. Volunteers are also given further information about their project, such as schedules and rules for behaviour at the projects.

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If you need one, you will need to organize your Visa through your travel agent before you leave for Argentina. The information pack includes links to Argentinean Embassies throughout the world. Volunteers from the majority of countries are automatically given a 90-day tourist visa on entry into Argentina. If volunteers wish to stay longer than 90-days, they have the option of crossing the border into Brazil, Uruguay, Chile or Bolivia and re-entering Argentina, where they will be given an additional 90 days.

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Volunteers need to fly to Cordoba airport, Aeropuerto Internacional Ingeniero Ambrosio Travella - Pajas Blancas (COR). If you will have a stop over in Buenos Aires, please note that the domestic and international airport are approximately 30km apart and that you most likely will have to transport yourself and your luggage between the terminals. 

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Volunteers need to arrive on the Sunday before the Monday they are planning to start their placements.

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Of course. Please see our project pages for more information on each project and to submit an application.

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There are two possibilities for accommodation in Córdoba. The first option is a more traditional home stay in a typical Argentinean middle-class home. The host families have been carefully selected with volunteers in mind. All houses have electricity, running water, hot water, and a western-style toilet. You will eat meals with the family.

The second option is a room in a shared apartment with other participants. The apartments have running water, hot water, electricity, and a western-style toilet. Three meals a day are provided.

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You must catch a bus to your project each day. This will be explained during the orientation when you first arrive in Cordoba. The cost for the bus should not exceed US$65 per month.

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The program costs cover accommodation, airport pick-up and all meals. If you plan on arriving early or staying on, then you will need to have spare money to cover your expenses during this time. Also, you may like to budget for activities you'd like to do during your days off. Other costs include buying bottled water, visa, departure tax, and any shopping you will do personally. Volunteers also need to pay for the bus to their project each day.

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You should contact our partner organization who will take you to a clinic to see a doctor. If you are unable to contact our partner organization, you may call GVN using our 24/7 emergency hotline.

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