Image: Rooted [6 weeks]

Rooted [6 weeks]

Associação de Defesa Animal Robert's Rescues·Aracaju, SE, Brasil

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Portuguese, English, Spanish

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project Rooted [6 weeks]
The project aims to impact SDG #15 by building up communities' capacity to respond and act upon the degradation of natural habitat, diversity loss, and the protection of wildlife.
This project contributes to,
Image: Life On Land - Target 15.5

Life On Land - Target 15.5

Take urgent and significant action to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity and, by 2020, protect and prevent the extinction of threatened species.

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Create an implementation plan on how the project should unfold and determine materials to be used
Onboarding space with partner representatives to understand the current scenario, beneficiaries and discuss about the outcome of the project
Cats born at the shelter are also tested. 14-day quarantine period for all newly arrived cats. Initial deworming treatment. FIV/FeLV testing for all new cats. Initial health and behavior assessment. Individual records created and updated for each cat.
Introductory session with the beneficiaries, presentation of the volunteers and project objectives.
Run the initial assessment needed for measuring the outcome/impact of the project
Preparing the activities that will be done in the following weeks and receiving feedback from the partners and AIESEC
Week 2
Game: Scavenger hunt to find the signs of degradation in the habitat
Activity: Mapping out the root causes of habitat degradation with community members
Round table: Watching documentaries about ecosystem and debating the topic of what can humans do to prevent ecosystems degradation
Workshop: Importance of biodiversity and how protecting animals supports ecosystems.
Continuation of the 14-day quarantine period. PCR testing to confirm positive FeLV cases. Monitoring cats for signs of illness or behavioral changes. Follow-up on deworming and other initial treatments. Gradual introduction to other cats when medically appropriate. Continued updating of individual health records.
Workshop: SDG 15 and the negative impact of of natural habitat degradation and loss of biodiversity for the future.
Week 3
Activity: Create an accountability system in the community for the conservation of nature around them
Run a local event on the NGO/school to launch the accountability system and strive to have a local representative leader signing the commitment.
Microchip implantation for eligible cats. Exception: pregnant or nursing mothers. Spaying/neutering of all eligible cats. Post-operative monitoring and recovery support. Updating medical and identification records.
Fieldwork: run activities in animal rescue centers
Workshop: How to take care of the place we're living in (our ecosystem)?
Workshop: How to create safe habitats for local wildlife, such as birds, insects, or small mammals.
Week 4
Field trip in the area to analyse degradation of natural habitats and main issues with the local ecosystem and endangered species.
Workshop: How to protect endangered species?
Activity: Run a challenge/competition within participant to make lifestyle choices that are less harmful to endangered species
Activity: Species ambassadors to protect the endangered species of the area/region
Fieldwork: run activities in animal rescue centers
V4 or V5 vaccination according to veterinary recommendations. Rabies vaccination. Screened interior doors to improve ventilation while allowing safe interaction. Windows protected with custom steel bars. 24/7 security camera monitoring. Assessment of the cats' living environment and safety measures.
Week 5
Dynamic: Do an open doors day at the partner in which the community can learn more about the animals, learn about adoption opportunities, and support shelters' missions.
Plan an engaging and informative Open Doors Day event that raises community awareness about animal adoption and endangered species
Create a short film/reel/article about a species or degradation in the region and showcase it on social media or with different PR partners (such as blogs)
Activity: Run a fundraising campaign for the protection of a specific endangered specie or natural habitat
Continued monitoring of cats after vaccination and medical procedures. Socialization activities to improve cats' comfort around humans and other animals. Environmental enrichment through appropriate toys, scratching areas, climbing spaces, and interactive activities. Observation and documentation of individual personalities and behaviors. Identification of cats that may require additional socialization or individualized care. Support in preparing cats for adoption and/or long-term shelter care.
Dynamic: Work together to design a wildlife-friendly garden for the community
Week 6
Debrief the impact of the project, how the beneficiaries developed, discuss about what went well and even better if and include this in the report
Build final project report and presented to AIESEC members and NGO/non-profit representatives.
Closing day with beneficiaries
Final health and behavior follow-up for cats participating in the program. Review of vaccination, microchip, sterilization, and testing records. Assessment of cats' readiness for adoption or integration into permanent shelter groups. Continued socialization and enrichment activities. Organization and updating of individual cat profiles. Support in preparing adoption information and recommendations for future adopters. Handover of observations, records, and recommendations to the shelter team. Evaluation of the implemented health, safety, and welfare procedures.
Collect data from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)
Analyse data to determinate outcome/impact results (level of awareness of beneficiaries post-project activities).

Working hours

Monday

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Tuesday

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Wednesday

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Thursday

12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Friday

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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