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Peace Brigades International - Canada
Mission Statement
Promoting non-violence and protecting human rights since 1981, Peace Brigades International (PBI) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) which protects human rights and promotes non-violent transformation of conflicts. By invitation, PBI sends teams of volunteers into areas of political repression and conflict. The concrete tasks of a PBI team depend on the situation and are developed according to the specific needs of the project.
Nature of Work
Actual work on a team varies with the project - some examples: accompanying those whose lives are threatened; reporting to the international community; fostering reconciliation and dialogue; learning from the people we work with; offering education and training in non-violence.
Placement
- Colombia
- Mexico
- Guatemala
- Indonesia
- Nepal
Time Frame
Minimum commitment of one year.
Remuneration
No
Requirements
Minimum 25 yrs. old, language requirements according to the project, experience with non-violence.
Other Details
Candidates are required to attend the training session, which are coordinated by each project. This training involves elements of selection and training.
Each project has its own particular arrangements. The expenses of travel to the country of work are sometimes covered, and sometimes not. Once you have joined the team, PBI covers all living expenses (food, lodging, travel expenses when doing PBI work) in the field during the term of service. Volunteers are responsible for purchasing health insurance coverage.
Once on the project, all volunteer work and living expenses are covered by the project, and a small monthly stipend is offered. Volunteers are also expected to help with general fundraising before and after fieldwork.
Contact Info
Peace Brigades International - Canada
Project Volunteer Enquiries, 238 Queen Street West, Lower Level
Toronto, ON
Canada M5V 1Z7
PH:(416) 324-9737
FAX:(416) 324-9757
info@pbicanada.org
www.pbicanada.org
Last updated: 2005-11-10