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Year Long Internship now available at VFV!

By Chris | Published: February 21, 2012

Have you ever dreamt about one day working in the non-profit sector? If so, then perhaps you might be interested in one of the latest intern positions that are now available in the Philippines…

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Elsa Thomasma – Returning Volunteer

By Chris | Published: January 27, 2012

As a returning volunteer to VFV in July 2011, I knew most of what to expect from my 5 month stay in the Philippines. Not only did I fall back in the love with the Philippines, but through VFV’s placements and projects I was able to gain a greater understanding of the Philippines as a [...]

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Tribute and TV!

By Chris | Published: January 10, 2012

I often consider it a great privilege to have worked alongside the local Filipino staff at Volunteer for the Visayans whom dayafter day use their strength, motivation, skill and compassion to assist those individuals, families and communities living in disadvantaged circumstances. The staff at VFV do this, not for fame or fortune but out of [...]

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New Beginnings

By Chris | Published: December 12, 2011

Sunday 11th December marked the official unveiling of the Volunteer for the Visayans community centre in barangay Sto. Niño, Tacloban City. The centre, which will primarily serve as an outreach station for the children enrolled on VFV’s Dumpsite Project began construction in May 2011 thanks to a comprehensive outreach appeal which was facilitated through the [...]

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