18 VOpp: Technical assistant for broadcast media operations

Strengthen and expand the reach of the "voice" of the disabled sector in the country through media.

Volunteer as:
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT FOR BROADCAST MEDIA OPERATIONS
ALYANSA NG MAY KAPANSANANG PINOY, INC. *

: : Beneficiaries
Persons with disability

: : Estimated valuation (no cash involved)
Volunteer work--Php 30,000
Organization’s counterpart--Php 10,000

: : Nature
Advocacy; project management

: : Tasks
To formulate and organize a media plan for advocacy activities

: : Expected volunteer output
A comprehensive, realistic media plan

: : Qualification
Graduate of Mass Communications or related programs
Experience in radio broadcast operation (scriptwriting, etc.)

: : Location
Quezon City

: : Schedule
January - June 2011, staggered
Average 5-8 hours per week
Weekdays, during office hours

: : Support/benefits from the organization
Food/snacks
Equipment, supplies, materials
Transportation allowance

* AKAP-Pinoy was registered as a federation of persons with disabilities' organizations in 2004. Its main goal is to organize the PWD sector and to advocate for barrier-free environment, a rights-based society for full equalization, participation and improvement of quality of life of persons with disability.

Please contact:
Carmen Zubiaga, Director-Media Affairs
T [2] 664.9154 M 0921.5498008 E carmenzubiaga@yahoo.com
Daylin Taleon, Program Manager
T [2] 995.8616 M 0918.9212915 E daylintaleon@yahoo.com
Office of the Consultant on Disability Affairs,
G/F Mabini Hall, PVAO Compound, Camp Gen. Aguinaldo, Q.C.

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5 VOpp: Technical assistant for information technology

Make all published information on disability situations, issues and concerns in the Philippines accessible nationally and internationally via the Internet.

Volunteer as:
TECHNICAL ASSISTANT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
ALYANSA NG MAY KAPANSANANG PINOY, INC.*

: : Beneficiaries
Persons with disability; member organizations

: : Estimated Valuation (no cash involved)
Volunteer work--Php 30,000
Organization's counterpart--Php 10,000

: : Nature
Advocacy; research and publication

: : Tasks
To update the website contents
To upgrade the related IT, if possible

: : Expected volunteer output
Updated website
Transfer of knowledge on IT

: : Qualification
Knowledge in information technology
Website preparation or maintenance

: : Schedule
January - June 2011, staggered
Average 5-8 hours per week
Weekdays, during office hours

: : Location
Quezon City

: : Support/benefits for volunteers
Food/snacks
Equipment, supplies, materials
Recognition/award

* AKAP-Pinoy was registered as a federation of persons with disabilities' (PWD) organizations in 2004. Its main goal is to organize the PWD sector and to advocate for barrier-free environment, a rights-based society for full equalization, participation and improvement of quality of life of persons with disability.

Please contact:
Carmen Zubiaga, Director-Media Affairs
T [2] 664.9154 M 0921.5498008 E carmenzubiaga@yahoo.com
Daylin Taleon, Program Manager
T [2] 995.8616 M 0918.9212915 E daylintaleon@yahoo.com
Office of the Consultant on Disability Affairs
G/F Mabini Hall, PVAO Compound,
Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City


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32 VOpp: Special Education Counselor

Improve the self esteem and socialization skills of children with special needs.

Volunteer as :
SPECIAL EDUCATION COUNSELOR
GUIDED AND UNIFIED INTERACTION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN INC.*

: : Beneficiaries
Youth and children

: : Estimated Valuation (no cash involved)
Volunteer work--Php 18,000 per volunteer
Organization’s counterpart--Php 32,000

: : Nature
Medical and allied health service
Advocacy

: : Tasks
Attend orientation, training and hands-on activities.
Assist the organizer to take care and manage needs of special children.
Assist the organizer to facilitate activities intended for special children.
Assist the organizer to prepare resources to meet the needs of special children.
Assist other volunteer caregivers/sped counselor in the conduct of activities intended for special children.

: : Expected volunteer output
Assistance during the Summer Camp

: : Qualification
Individuals (college students or professionals) who have interest and passion for the protection, welfare and integration of children with special needs to community

: : Location
Manila

: : Schedule
10 Sundays for training:
Manila Feb 20-April 24, 2011
Tayabas, Quezon April 25-29, 2011
10 consecutive days for volunteer work: April 29-May 8, 2011

: : Support/benefits from the organization
Food/snacks
Accommodation/board and lodging
Medical/health assistance
Equipment, supplies, materials
Transportation allowance
Insurance
Training
Referrals
Recognition/award

*GUIDE, Inc. helpS physically, mentally and emotionally handicapped children including orphaned, abandoned and street children from different institutions, orphanages and public SPED schools.

Please contact:
Gerry Duwin A. dela Zerna, President and Managing Director
126 Private Road, Brgy. Hulo, Mandaluyong City
M  0917.8437758  E  guidedchildren@gmail.com

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23 VOpp: Graphic artist

Inform the public about activities and programs that benefit indigenous peoples in our country through newsletter publication.

Volunteer as:
GRAPHIC ARTIST
CARTWHEEL FOUNDATION, INC. *

: : Beneficiaries
Indigenous peoples

: : Estimated Valuation (no cash involved)
Volunteer work--Php 10,000
Organization’s counterpart--Php 450

: : Nature
Advocacy

: : Tasks
To conceptualize the theme and flow of the newsletter
To gather the articles and pictures
To lay out and finalize for printing

: : Expected volunteer output
Newsletter, one issue

: : Qualification
Knowledge in using PageMaker

: : Location
Mandaluyong City

: : Schedule
More than 8 hours per week
Weekdays, during office hours

: : Support/benefits from the organization
Food/snacks
Equipment, supplies, materials
Referrals

* Cartwheel Foundation is a SEC-registered organization whose main thrust is education for and with the indigenous individuals and communities in the Philippines. Its programs include the preschool program, alternative learning session, college scholarship and the Pamulaan College (Indigenous People’s College).

If you want to volunteer, please contact:
Coleen Ramirez, Executive Director
Unit F, 218 Malinao St, Brgy Hi-way Hills, Mandaluyong City
T [2] 584.1532 E coleen@cartwheelfoundation.org
Michael Obanan, Programs Officer
T [2] 584.1532 E michael@cartwheelfoundation.org

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11 VOpp: Doctors and Dentists

Sustain the health advocacy for indigent children and families through medical and dental services.

Volunteer as:
DOCTOR OR DENTIST
KONKOKYO PEACE ACTIVITY CENTER INFORMATION OFFICE, INC. *

: : Beneficiaries
Children and youth; urban poor

: : Estimated Valuation (no cash involved)
Volunteer work--Php 157,500 (900 beneficiaries)
Organization’s counterpart--Php 67,500 (900 beneficiaries)

: : Nature
Advocacy; education/training; medical/allied health service

: : Tasks
To conduct medical check-up, give advice
To conduct tooth extraction, give fluoride treatment

: : Expected volunteer output
Medical diagnosis and advice to children
Extraction, fluoride treatment and dental advice to children

: : Qualification
Licensed general practitioner/pediatrician
Licensed dentist
Can conduct lectures or demonstration

: : Location
Brgy Putrero, Malabon; Brgy NBBS, Navotas

: : Schedule
Once a month in each area
Weekdays, during office hours

: : Support/benefits from the organization
Food/snacks
Recognition/award

* KPACIO is committed to the growth and development of persons. Its programs and projects include early childhood development, education support, youth formation and micro-project assistance in Metro Manila, Cebu and Davao. Its partners include people's and non-government organizations.

Please contact:
Harriet Escarcha, Office Manager
Unit 204, Casa Malvar Bldg., Singalong cor. Gen. Malvar Sts., Malate, Manila
T [2] 536.8565 M 0919.2253336 E kpacio@info.com.ph
Joaquin B. Timogtimog Jr, Projects Officer
T [2] 536.8565 E kpacio@info.com.ph

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