Volunteer in Brazil
Capital: Brasilia
Say Hello: Oi! (Portuguese)
Volunteer in these cities:
Volunteer in Rio de Janeiro
Volunteer in Salvador
Volunteer in Sao Paulo
Learn more about volunteering abroad in Brazil!
Brazil is one of the most popular destinations for volunteers looking for a rewarding and meaningful adventure abroad. There are many advantages to making Brazil your volunteer abroad destination: this country possesses magnificent beaches, wide expanses of unspoiled wilderness, and one of the most vibrant and musical cultures in the world. The teeming Amazon rain forests make Brazil a favored destination for both ecotourists and volunteers looking for placements with conservation organizations. Brazil borders all other countries in South America (excluding Ecuador and Chile), making intercontinental travel easy for restless volunteers seeking to explore the rest of the continent.
While Brazil is a progressive country with a rapidly rising economy, there are many disadvantaged children and adults in urban slums and poor rural areas who are stuck in a vicious cycle of poverty. Volunteers are needed to work with these Brazilian citizens to improve their business prospects through education. Brazil’s ecological problems also call for the help of international volunteers. Much of the Amazon rainforest is rapidly being destroyed and conservation organizations are in need of volunteers’ support, time and intelligence. Further, there are many opportunities for volunteers to work with Brazil’s many impoverished street children to rescue them from a life of desperation. The simple patience and dedication of volunteers to these children’s lives will make a colossal difference in their future. Check out the multitude of options for international volunteers listed below for a chance to immerse yourself in one of the most vibrant and diverse cultures of South America.
Some Awesome Programs
Considered the center of Afro-Brazilian culture, Salvador da Bahia is the perfect place for participants to experience how to use the arts as vehicles for positive social transformation. From samba dancing to Afro-Brazilian drumming and Bahiana... Learn More!
Join Cultural Homestay International on a conversation volunteer program in Brazil! CHI offers individuals the opportunity to volunteer their time teaching English to a host-family while also learning about Brazilian culture and language by living... Learn More!
This is a stimulating yet laid-back experience in one of the most beautiful and diverse countries in the world.
We work with a number of different schools, each one individual with its own atmosphere and attraction. You may want to work constantly... Learn More!
Projects Abroad has been providing volunteer placements in the developing world since 1992. Our volunteers directly impact local communities through service projects arranged and coordinated by expect in-country staff.
We offer a wide selection of... Learn More!
Need to get some colour in your life?
If the bright colours don't overwhelm you when you land in Brazil then the even brighter smiles of the children certainly will. This is definitely not a country for anyone who likes the quiet life, with action... Learn More!
*BRAZIL SPORTS PROGRAM
Sport has become vital for Rio's lowest income communities, as they provide children and adolescents with recreational outlets. At just about every corner of Rio de Janeiro, you will find the locals playing Brazil's national... Learn More!
Volunteering abroad is the opportunity of a lifetime, and our flexible short-term programs let you design your ideal experience in Brazil. Volunteer from 1 week to 3 months in meaningful projects that will let you work side-by-side with local people... Learn More!
Volunteering in Brazil with this wildlife conservation project gives you the chance to assist professional researchers collecting data on wild animal populations within the Brazilian pantanal wetlands. In particular, you will learn how the peccary... Learn More!
Brazil offers you a rewarding opportunity to pass on your sports skills to children who really appreciate it. Absorb this awesome culture by becoming a part of its community. It is no surprise that most volunteers here choose to extend their stay!... Learn More!
During this internship you will make a real difference to the lives of underprivileged children and local community leaders, and gain invaluable hands on practical experience in a variety of fields including project management, and gain an... Learn More!
Unveiling the Amazon gives visitors a chance to venture into the pristine, remote areas of the Amazon where our program is based, in order to more directly support their efforts to create sustainable economic opportunities. Visitors will also be... Learn More!
Volunteer in Brazil with Kaya and experience a side of Brazil you never knew. Our volunteer projects are located in Salvador and in the Pantanal, Brazil. Whether you are interested in community development or environmental and wildlife conservation... Learn More!
Welcome to the "Republica Federativa do Brasil"!, the largest and most populous country in South America, and fifth largest in the world in both area & population.
You can bring your help to different areas, working with children, disabled,... Learn More!
An unforgettable experience, full of life and joy. The perfect launchpad for an independent, worthwhile and fulfilling experience in Brasil. Our staff is always on hand to offer advice, help out with any problem or just recommend a good party.... Learn More!
This program offers its participants a truly unique and remarkable way to experience Brazil. By living and working side-by-side with a local community in Piracicaba (located a couple of hours from Sao Paulo), volunteers have an opportunity to make a... Learn More!
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