Iko Poran society is a civil association of private right, non-profit purposes, independent of any political party or religious link, based on the principles of democracy, peace, citizen’s rights, human rights, and non-discrimination against beliefs, race, color or gender, and sexual...
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Iko Poran society is a civil association of private right, non-profit purposes, independent of any political party or religious link, based on the principles of democracy, peace, citizen’s rights, human rights, and non-discrimination against beliefs, race, color or gender, and sexual orientation.
Mission:
To implement development projects and international volunteer programs that make a positive impact on local organizations, promoting intercultural exchanges and strengthening a constant and growing number of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Brazil.

Vision:
To make a significant contribution to society by helping all Brazilians enjoy the right to live in a fair and equal society and share a part of Brazil's social heritage.
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We operate with many Brazilian NGOs and format programs to allow them to better serve their communities. We have two main operations:
International Volunteer Programs
Community Tours

The programs provide training for volunteers and communities, generate income and...
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We operate with many Brazilian NGOs and format programs to allow them to better serve their communities. We have two main operations:
International Volunteer Programs
Community Tours

The programs provide training for volunteers and communities, generate income and employment, and do so in an open ethical manner through sharing significant revenues with our partner organizations.

- Community Tours:
Why Choose Sustainable Tourism?
We show you how creative organizations are implementing innovative solutions to alleviate problems in low-income communities.

Visit well-structured development projects while contributing to their sustainability. A significant share of the tour fee is directly donated to partner NGOs, strengthening their effectiveness and impact on the community.

Share, learn and help in the construction and visualization of a better world for all.


- International Volunteer Programs
We allocate volunteers in local NGOs according to their abilities and interests and the partner organizations` necessities to enable rewarding and productive results for both parts
Art and Media activities - Theatre, cinema, photography, handicrafts, graffiti art, art therapy, design, and others
Fundraising and business planning - Marketing and financial planning, grant applications, business strategy
Language courses - English, Spanish, or other language courses for all ages and knowledge levels
Practical skills workshop - Car mechanics, beautification workshops, culinary arts, restaurant services
Environmental education and urban planning - Recycling workshops, sanitation education
Dance and Circus Arts - Ballet, acrobatics, juggling, poi, jazz dance, flamenco, hip-hop dance
Health education and sexual awareness - omen’s health education, medical clinic service, physical therapy, gender issues
Information and Communication Technologies - Web design, Software development, System administration and technological education.
Other unique skills offered by the international volunteer that adds to the NGOs` mission and operations can also be considered.
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It is a wonderful opportunity for youths from all over the World to give a hand while experience the country from a local perspective