EXPERIENCE
We have 2 branches in Cambodia, volunteers abroad since 2015 (40 volunteers), RIS is the school’s most trusted and experienced volunteer travel provider. Our Directors and staffs have provided to our program destinations to experience our programs first-hand. We have provided in the accommodation, water and food. We have helped RIS volunteers to prepare for their teaching and And will provide humanitarian, social experience (for children in rural areas in the country). Stay in groups and know how to help each other.
RESPONSIBILITY
Quality and responsibility go hand in hand. At RIS, we are dedicated to ensuring our volunteer programs are responsibly run and have a positive impact that is sustainable over time.We set tough standards for Responsible Volunteer and we work closely with them to ensure our programs meet all of our expectations. RIS volunteers are also briefed about our standards for responsible volunteering before they begin a program, and they are required to adhere to these standards at all times, particularly in relation to interacting with children. We measure the long-term impact of our programs and we work with community stakeholders to understand how specific projects support local needs. Our Head of Sustainability and Risk oversees this work.
SUPPORT
From your first point of contact with RIS until the time you finish your volunteer program, you will receive dedicated support and service from us. Once you become a registered RIS volunteer, these features include interactive volunteer training, information booklets and checklists that help you to remember key things you need to do before you leave home. Your RIS Program Manager is directly responsible for making your program arrangements and helping you to prepare for your experience. Once you reach your program destination, our school team will become your main point of contact until the day you depart your program. we will remain in touch with you via discussing and will be accessible should you require any assistance. Once you’ve completed your volunteer program, we’ll get back in touch to hear how you got on, and to say a big “thank you”!
SAFETY
Volunteer safety is a top priority of RIS which is reflected in our outstanding safety record. We have clear standards for risk management which we enforce on each program and our volunteers are placed with trustworthy school, organization and families that have all been screened by our school teams. RIS staff members conduct regular audits of every program to ensure risks are appropriately mitigated and to confirm that we are meeting our duty of care for volunteer safety and security. We also have a big focus on supporting volunteers to keep themselves safe while abroad, and we provide this support and advice through pioneering volunteer training tools and through face-to-face briefings delivered by our school teams.
FRIENDSHIP
In addition to forming life-long friendships with host families and the people they assist while volunteering, our volunteers also form strong bonds with their fellow volunteers. Although they come from vastly different cultures and backgrounds, the experiences that volunteers share forge strong ties that can last a lifetime. As one of the world’s smallest volunteer organizations, placing hundred of volunteers abroad annually, RIS volunteers are always in the school of like-minded international people.
NEED
RIS actively seeks school teams that offer quality projects in genuine need of volunteer assistance. Whether your stay is a short or a long one, our organizations will ensure that you make a valuable contribution to support the long-term development goals of your community.
LOYALTY
Loyalty is one of the foundations that RIS has been built on. We show strong loyalty to the communities in which we work through setting up long-term partnerships with schools organizations. This allows us to make a long-term contribution to the social needs and economic prosperity of the communities where our volunteers are placed. We also reward our returning volunteers with some gifts for them.
ENJOYMENT
At RIS we recognize that there is more to an awesome volunteer travel experience than simply volunteering. While we maintain a strong focus on providing top quality programs, we also understand that many RIS volunteers are first-time travelers and want to make time for sightseeing and exploring. To ensure that you get the most our of your RIS experience, our school teams have established partnerships with local school to provide our volunteers with access to trustworthy travel and tour activities.
NO CHARGE
Volunteer to work with RIS will not have to pay, and help when necessary.
Reason to volunteer abroad with RIS.
