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Join our mission to transform lives and break the cycle of poverty through education in Sri Lanka. Your skills, time, and passion can make a lasting difference in the lives of underprivileged children and young adults.
We are situated near Jaffna in the northeast of the island. Volunteers are welcome to help students master the English Language. No experience necessary, just your time and a loving heart.
Monday to Friday: 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday mornings for library use
No morning classes on Sundays
Students at different levels - speaking with repetition, reading, playing games and singing is a great advantage for learning
Reference textbooks and educational games available to help with teaching
Basic ensuite double bedrooms with towels, sheets, and pillows. Washing machine available for volunteers
Nominal fee of AUD$30/day covers daily costs. Common kitchen available for special dietary needs
Train or air-conditioned coaches from Colombo to Kilinochchi (AUD $15)
Local bus to Visuvamadu (3-wheeler AUD $2) to ELC
A manual vehicle is available for volunteers' with a valid licence.
Since 2004, our volunteers have been instrumental in helping us achieve these milestones in transforming lives through education.
Whether you have a few hours a week or can commit to a longer-term project, we have volunteer opportunities that match your schedule and interests.
Help students master English through conversation, games, and interactive learning.
Engage directly with communities to understand their needs and provide support.
Use your professional expertise to support our operations and programs.
Help organize events and campaigns to raise funds and awareness for our cause.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Here's what you need to know before applying.
A genuine desire to help and make a difference in children's lives. Minimum commitment of 2 weeks for on-site volunteers.
Fluent English speaking ability. Knowledge of Tamil or Sinhala is helpful but not required.
All volunteers working with children must provide a clean background check from their home country.
Flexible schedule to work with our program hours. Remote volunteers can work according to their timezone.
No teaching experience is necessary! We welcome volunteers with just a loving heart and willingness to help. Our focus is on conversational English, games, and interactive learning where your enthusiasm matters most.
We charge a nominal fee of AUD$30 per day to cover daily costs including basic accommodation and meals. This includes ensuite double bedrooms with towels, sheets, pillows, and access to washing machine facilities.
Transport is available by booking on the train or air-conditioned coaches from Colombo to Kilinochchi (cost AUD $15). Then take the local bus to Visuvamadu, and a 3-wheeler from town which carries 3 passengers to the English Language Centre (ELC) costs AUD $2.
Yes! We offer various remote volunteering opportunities including online tutoring, administrative support, marketing, web development, and fundraising activities that can be done from anywhere in the world.
For on-site volunteers, we ask for a minimum commitment of 2 weeks to ensure continuity for our students. Remote volunteers can contribute with as little as 2-3 hours per week on an ongoing basis.
Join our community of volunteers and help us continue transforming lives through education. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant impact.