VSO ICS:
What’s Involved 
VSO ICS is a development
programme that brings together
16 to 25-year-olds from all
backgrounds to fight poverty in
overseas communities. You don’t need cash, skills or qualifications to
take part in ICS – just the ambition to make a difference.
Each programme is designed to bring about lasting change for poor
communities and, as an ICS volunteer with VSO, you will get the
opportunity to contribute directly to this change. All the countries we send
volunteers to have specifically requested to be involved as they recognize
the unique contribution young people can make to the development goals
of the VSO partners in that country.
You will work in groups with young volunteers from the country you’re
based in, in groups of between 5 and 20. You will work on a range of
issues including education, youth leadership, access to health care and
climate change. If we can, we try and match your placement to your
interests. However, our placements are designed around what the
community needs, rather than our volunteers’ preferences. Still, you’ll
come away with a new awareness of different cultures, and will develop
valuable skills and have an opportunity to make a practical contribution
where it’s needed most.
When you return home, we will support you to carry out a project to share
your experiences and to encourage others to take action against poverty.
For more information, write to VSO/ICS, 100 London Road, Kingston upon
Thames, Surrey, KT2 6QJ, United Kingdom
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