INTRODUCTION:

Nuestra Tierra is registered as a non-profit, non-governmental association founded in 1998, dedicated to peace, international solidarity, cultural diversity and the protection and conservation of the environment. The members of Nuestra Tierra promote actions of social and environmental character towards the national and international community, with the purpose of creating awareness about environmental issues in a global sense. At the same time it works towards sustainable development and a better quality of life on the local level.

Nuestra Tierra has participated in international youth exchange activities since 1996, supporting projects of local development and environmental protection, through groups of international volunteers. The association is in constant search for the support of international and national associations and agencies, to expand the work areas, to intensify the support given to environmental and social projects and to reach more and more young people as well as adults with its message. Even though our society is very much welcomes foreigners and exchange activities, voluntary service is still not a very commonly known concept and we need to continue our struggle for the recognition of our work and role in society.

WE ASK TO THE VOLUNTEERS:

* To know the project; is important to understand all the aspects and conditions of the project. Ask all the information in the sending organization.

* To be involved in the project in all aspects: activities, organization, meals, etc.

* To bring all the things that we ask (depending on the project).

* It is important to pay attention to the language requirement of the project.

* To be able to get involved in the local conditions. (accommodation, meals, people, volunteers).

* To be autonomous, independent and take initiatives in all the activities.

* To involve in Nuestra Tierra projects.

* To adapt to the culture and different life conditions.