Great question! We have Voluntary Work Placements (VWP) and Volunteers at Chester Zoo, and Rob summarises this very well! In our case, our VWPs are full-time on animal sections and science with a programme of learning and development alongside. Their meals and travel stipends are provided; we have a bursary scheme for some to cover accommodation and living expenses. Our other volunteering roles follow the more traditional volunteering models you usually see.
Great question! We have Voluntary Work Placements (VWP) and Volunteers at Chester Zoo, and Rob summarises this very well! In our case, our VWPs are full-time on animal sections and science with a programme of learning and development alongside. Their meals and travel stipends are provided; we have a bursary scheme for some to cover accommodation and living expenses. Our other volunteering roles follow the more traditional volunteering models you usually see.