Olango Wildlife Sanctuary is a major refueling station for approximately 40,000
migratory birds. It supports the largest concentration of migratory birds found so
far in the Philippines. The Philippine Dept of Environment and Natural Resources
(DENR) has been tasked to protect and manage the area. A sanctuary office has
been established in the area and serves as a jump-off point for bird watching in the
reserve.The goal is to harmonize Eco-tourism and biodiversity conservation in
Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary.
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Eco-tourism activities such as bird watching, swimming, camping
and site seeing
Biodiversity Conservation
Monitoring and Protection
San Vicente, Maribago, Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, Philippines
VOLUNTEER’S REQUIREMENTS
● Flexible, open-minded and team player
● High interest or has special skills on sustainable development, social
entrepreneurship and community development work
● Keen interest (hobbies/skills/talent) on any of the following:
photography, video, animation and other multi-media
documentation, graphic arts, information technology and social
media development and management
● Independent and can handle limited supervision
● Interest in presentation and communication skills
VOLUNTEER’S TASKS
● Support to the organization’s program, projects and activities
● Assist the organization’s office and field work which include but are
not limited to the following: development of promotional and
presentation materials, conduct advocacy campaigns in schools,
communities, institutions as well as organize related events, etc.
● Assist during training/capacity building programs, community visits
and other community development related work
● Assist writing of proposals for grants/donations and other resource
mobilization activities
Living with host family (expect to have a shared room with your host sister or brother)
You will have free time and you will have the chance to discover this amazing country full of nature, unique landscape and a fascinating culture !
