Indonesia Volunteering Experience (IVE) Program

CODE: IVE 02

Work

Indonesia, a country of remarkable cultural diversity and strong community values, warmly welcomes international volunteers to take part in the Indonesia Volunteering Experience (IVE) program. This program is designed to offer more than a volunteer placement—it is an immersive journey into Indonesia’s people, traditions, and social life.
International participants will work closely with local communities in areas such as education, social development, culture and community empowerment. Through hands-on involvement, volunteers gain a deeper understanding of local challenges while contributing their skills, perspectives, and passion to meaningful grassroots initiatives.
Program fosters cross-cultural exchange, global citizenship, and mutual learning. By living, working, and volunteering alongside local communities, international volunteers build lasting connections, broaden their global perspective, and experience the true spirit of Indonesia— rooted in collaboration, respect, and shared humanity.

Accommodation and food

The food and accommodation will be provided starting from the set date of arrival at Dejavato’s office. The volunteer who arrive earlier and before coming to Dejavato’s office should cover the food, accommodation and other expenses by themselves

1. Training & Evaluation
During the training on arrival, volunteer will be accommodated at a Dejavato’s house which is located just in front of Dejavato’s office. The facilities such as Bunk bed, Air Conditioner, WIFI, Shower (no hot shower), toilet, kitchen, Self-service breakfast, Garden. The bunk bed availability is limited, some of you will sleep on provided mattress.

2. Volunteering Period
Volunteers will stay either with an Indonesian host family or in a school dormitory. The decision regarding accommodation will be determined by the host school. Each volunteer will have a private bedroom and will not share the room with family members or other residents. However, bathroom, toilet, and kitchen facilities will be shared with the host family or other dormitory residents. Bedroom facilities are simple and modest, with a minimum of a bed provided. Air conditioning may not available, and Wi-Fi may not be provided.

The food will be provided by host project. Most of the cooking food will be based on basic local Indonesian cuisine. Please do not expect too much for western cook, and we will not provide
any western food. Please respect the local food. If you can not eat the local food, please manage and adapt your self. Never compare the quality of the food from your country with Indonesian food!!! You will eat rice 3 times in a day!!
The host organization will not reimburse and responsible for your additional personal food during your stay for the project (like candy, snack, soft drink, mineral water in the bottle and so on). You have to cover the expenses by yourself

Location and leisure

The placement may vary in Java Island or other islands
1. Schools (Kindergarten, Elementary, High Schools)
2. Universities
The placement will be decided by Dejavato based on the need of local partners. Volunteers may express the preference for our consideration. But final decision of placement will be made by Dejavato

Project hosted by

DEJAVATO / ICYE Indonesia is an Indonesian organization working for peace, international understanding and solidarity, education, social sustainable development and respect to the culture and environment through international voluntary work, educational and cultural activities. Dejavato Foundation is member of: CCIVS UNESCO (Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service), ICYE Federation (International Cultural Youth Exchange), NVDA (Network for Voluntary Development in Asia); official partner Alliance of European Voluntary Service Organization

Dejavato is a foundation registered to the Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human rights. According to its constitution, it is composed by a board of founders, a board of directors and an advisory board (also called board of supervisors). The Foundation manages its own fund and takes its income from participation fees, individual donations and corporate donations (both in money and kind).

Requirements

1. Minimum Age Requirement
Participants must be at least 18 years old

2. Educational Background
Open to students, graduates, staff of organization and professionals from all academic disciplines.

3. Language Ability
English communication skills are required. Knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage but not mandatory.

4. Health and Fitness
Participants must be in good physical and mental health and able to take part in community-based activities.

5. Cultural Awareness and Attitude
Volunteers should be open-minded, adaptable, and respectful of Indonesian culture, traditions, and local regulations.

6. Commitment and Responsibility
Willingness to follow program schedules, community guidelines, and ethical volunteering principles.

7. Legal and Travel Documents
A valid passport, appropriate visa, health insurance and travel insurance are required for international volunteers.

8. Background Check (if required)
A police clearance or background check may be required, especially for programs involving children or vulnerable communities.

9. Program Application
Completion of the application form and participation in any required interviews or orientations.

10. Prefer not to host strict vegetarian volunteer. Flexible vegetarian is still welcomed as long as can accept the local food. Strict vegan is not accepted.

11. No piercing on face, no visible tattoo, should have common hair style (no colorful,
dreadlock).

Participant fee:

There is NO program fee

Dejavato and host project will provide
1. Pick up & drop-off service at/from/to Semarang Airport or Semarang Train Station
2. Training on arrival & evaluation
3. Accommodation & food during the project
4. Transportation during scheduled activities
5. Monitoring & evaluation
6. Emergency number 24/24 – 7/7
7. Documents that could be useful for the project

Volunteer Covers
1. Visa cost amount 178 Euro (Volunteering Visa validity for 60 days) – can be paid transfer via WISE online transfer to Dejavato before coming to Indonesia. Dejavato as the sponsor will apply for the visa to the immigration.
2. Local transport to Semarang airport / Train station (meeting point)
3. Flight tickets
4. Travel & health insurance
5. Cost associated with medical, hospital, medical treatment, board & lodging for covid quarantine, swab test etc
6. Personal expenses and leasure activities