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TYPE OF WORK
In determining the type of work our volunteers do – we take into account their training, academic standard and trade/professional background. Volunteers also have an opportunity to express a geographical area of interest on the application. We do our best to place people in the country/region they wish to go. A primary focus of the Cagliero Project is working with the young people in the community: in a school, youth centre, oratory or mission centre. Therefore volunteers take on roles such as teachers, youth ministers, counsellors, social workers, labourers or nurses. Our volunteers are given a specific job before going abroad, however, there are a lot of different ministries that go on in a Salesian community and they may be called to undertake other tasks. For example, a primary task may be to teach in a technical school, but the community in which you live may also run a food program for the poor and you may also be called upon to assist with that program.
WHERE CAN YOU GO?
The Salesians of Don Bosco have communities all over the world. At this point in time we are focusing on sending missionaries within the region, i.e. South East Asia, the Pacific and Australia. There are placement descriptions found on the website that go into further detail.
HOW ARE YOU PLACED?
When you apply to the program you can indicate a preference for an area of the world in which you want to work and the kind of work you want to do. The discernment process of the final placement takes place between the Director and the volunteer. Your placement request cannot be guaranteed and we ask you to be flexible throughout this process. It is important that the volunteer and community fit well together so we will do our best to find you a community that best suits your needs and the type of work you want to do.
WHAT ARE THE FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS?
The Cagliero Project will pay for your formation, room, board, medical/travel insurance and plane ticket. You are expected to cover your visa expenses, travel expenses to and from formation and any personal expenses when overseas. The amount given for board is dependent upon the destination country and living situation. We will also assist with fundraising efforts and ideas.