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Language Spoken
English, Portuguese
Exchange hours per day
8
Days off per Week
2
Accomodation Provided
Yes
Meals Included
Yes
Minimum Commitment (In Days)
90
Types of Help & Learning Opportunities
Arts & Culture, Building & Repairing, Farm Help, Gardening & Planting, General Maintenance, Language Practice

About Eco Caminhos:

Eco Caminhos, based in Brazil, is a permaculture farm that emphasizes sustainable living practices since its establishment in 2015. The organization focuses on permaculture principles, bioconstruction, and agroforestry, with a commitment to self-sustainability. Through their initiatives, they have bioconstructed several buildings, planted thousands of trees, and aim to produce most of their own food on-site.

Eco Caminhos, founded in 2014 by Hilaine, Bart, Roger, Nico, and Lucas Bijen, is a pioneering self-sustaining farm located in Brazil. The farm serves as a beacon of sustainable living, producing 60% of its own food, generating its own energy, and planting over 8000 trees. Through the implementation of innovative techniques such as agroforestry and bioconstruction, Eco Caminhos has become a hub for individuals seeking to learn about self-sufficiency and harmony with nature. The farm not only provides practical training but also prioritizes sharing knowledge by offering high-quality and intensive long-term courses in sustainable practices to a wide range of individuals, both locally and internationally.

With a vision to become the top school for Permaculture, Agroforestry, and Bioconstruction in Brazil, Eco Caminhos aims to transform the region towards more sustainable agriculture and construction through education aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. By focusing on specific teaching goals such as sustainable business development, cooperation, and education in sustainability, Eco Caminhos is driving a shift towards a more environmentally conscious and economically viable model of living. Through their initiatives and partnerships, Eco Caminhos is not only creating impact locally in Nova Friburgo but also inspiring similar concepts of self-sustainability worldwide, setting an example for a greener and more prosperous future.

About Volunteer in Brazil at a Permaculture Farm:

Eco Caminhos offers a unique long-term volunteer opportunity in Brazil, where volunteers can engage in bioconstruction, agroforestry, and organic farming while living in the beautiful mountains of Nova Friburgo. Volunteers are expected to commit to at least 1 year, working 40 hours a week on various projects. The accommodations are basic but include shared rooms, a small kitchen, and common areas. Long-term volunteers can participate in community activities, explore the surrounding nature, and potentially initiate income-generating projects.

List of Details:

Volunteer work includes bioconstruction, organic farming, and other projects.
Volunteers are expected to work 40 hours a week, 5 days a week.
Accommodations include shared rooms for 2-3 volunteers, a small kitchen, living room, and basic facilities.
Long-term volunteers are encouraged to initiate income-generating projects and become part of the Eco Caminhos management.
The volunteer program also includes participation in community activities such as board games, cinema nights, and campfires.
Airport transfers are provided for a fee by a trusted driver, Dutra, for safe and comfortable arrival.

Benefits for Volunteers:

Gain hands-on experience in sustainable farming practices.
Acquire knowledge in permaculture, agroforestry, and bioconstruction.
Improve physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through rural living.
Foster personal growth by encountering community life challenges.