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An Indonesian charity has launched a Cultural Exchange Programme to provide funding for islanders who could not otherwise afford to travel outside of Jersey, in a bid to "cultivate their passion for education and conservation".
The Bukit Lawang Trust was founded 20 years ago by Rebecca Coley in response to a flash flood which occurred in the area which left 1,400 people homeless and killed 240 more.
Founder Rebecca Coley said: 'The aim of the Cultural Exchange Programme is to provide funding to Jersey residents who could not otherwise afford to travel out of the Island to cultivate their passion for education, conservation and ultimately give back to those less fortunate.
"They [the volunteers] will trek through the jungle meeting wild and endangered species and teach English to school children from the surrounding villages. Most of all, they will immerse themselves in the diverse cultural exchange, learning a new way of life while sharing their own experiences from home.
"The volunteers will experience a completely different way of life first-hand, as they live and work in the heart of one of the most fascinating bio-diverse cultures in the world."
Pictured: Previous volunteers have worked with young children to help provide English lessons.
The Trust has developed programmes which partner with NGOs and education providers to provide English lessons for school aged children in the area of Northern Sumatra, Indonesia.
The cost of the trip would normally be £1,500 towards living costs and £1,000 for travel, per participant, according to Ms Coley.
Funded places offered by the Trust cover the cost of travel and living expenses for the entire placement.
Islanders from a "low-income household" are encouraged to get in touch.
For more information contact Laura Rebours at laurarebours@hotmail.co.uk.
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