Y4C OFFERS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDEPENDENT TRAVELLERS AND YOUNG ADULTS EAGER TO TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE
We believe in providing an opportunity for personal enrichment at the same time as directly supporting important conservation projects.
Ready for wide open spaces?
Keen on an adventure?
Passionate about conservation?
WHY A CONSERVATION EXPERIENCE FOR YOUTH?
BEYOND TRAVEL
Meaningful engagement with the people and places you visit allows you a unique opportunity to explore and discover Africa beyond just being a visitor.
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Build skills and knowledge, and create a sense of accomplishment by contributing to conservation management, research and community projects.
STIMULATE ACTION
With ongoing environmental challenges, expose yourself to the power of nature, develop an appreciation of the world around you and ignite a desire to make positive change.
HAVE FUN
Discover Africa with like-minded individuals and have some fun as you embark on adventures, make new friends and create lasting memories.
INSPIRE CAREERS
Live the life of a conservation professional and discover what it is like to make wildlife and research your career.
BOOST YOUR CV
Volunteering looks great on your resume and can enhance applications for future jobs or university/college applications.
VOLUNTEER
Work alongside passionate conservationists and know that you will be making a real and valuable contribution to the protection of Africa’s wildlife.
Enhance your job and university applications with a volunteer certificate that recognises the value of your time and commitment to both conservation and people.
RESEARCH
Learn about wildlife identification and data collection and directly contribute to research that informs wildlife management decision-making.
Build skills and knowledge at the same time as embracing the opportunity to be immersed in a wilderness area.
DISCOVER
Embark on an adventure and lose yourself in the magic of Africa’s wide open spaces.
Learn new skills and fulfil personal goals as you achieve a sense of fulfilment by giving back to something greater.
Share a life-changing experience, make new friends and create lasting memories.
“My Youth 4 Conservation experience was extraordinary, breathtaking, incredible! I had so much fun while learning deeply about the environment I was immersed in – the sunsets, wildlife sightings, proactive conservation activities and laughs will forever hold a special place in my heart. I could not recommend the experience enough!” – Megan (volunteer)