This project is actively working for SDGs 2 (zero hunger) and SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), newly organized together with GIED (Global Initiative for Exchange & Development). GIED is a workcamp NGO founded in 2011 working on youth development and environmental protection in Ceby island. Tuburan is known as the coffee capital of Cebu, boasts Tuburan Coffee Farm, the first coffee plantations in the municipality established in 2012. At that time, the then-mayor procured 30,000 coffee saplings from Tagum City, Davao del Norte, and provided training to local farmers on coffee cultivation. This initiative aimed to promote coffee farming as a more sustainable and lucrative livelihood for upland communities, offering an alternative to activities like charcoal production and firewood gathering, which have contributed significantly to deforestation. Over the years, various government agencies have supported the development of coffee farming in Tuburan, culminating in its recognition as the coffee capital of Cebu. Presently, Tuburan Coffee sources beans from over 3,000 hectares of coffee small holdings spread across 29 barangays (villages), benefiting more than 2,000 farmers in the process.
İş Tanımı
Volunteers will mainly do the farming as well as organizing cultural exchange activities (Sports/ Games/ Cooking) with Local. Volunteers will visit Farm/ Processing/ Production, Schools, Community and Coffee Shop. This workcamp will provide a comprehensive learning journey in cultivation and processing of local coffee farms.
Konaklama ve Yemek
Local public elementary school near the project site. It is built of concrete materials and with basic facilities. Personal sleeping bags/ blankets and pillows are needed. Food will be prepared by everyone. Limited WIFI connection is available in the community, mobile data and internet connection are widely accessible in the town proper selected areas.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
Tuburan sits on Cebu Island's west side, facing the Tañon Strait, about 89 kilometers northwest of Cebu City. It has a varied landscape with coastlines, plains, and hills, known for its beauty with beaches, rivers, and springs. Molobolo Spring is a favorite spot for swimming. Other attractions include Alegria Beach and Malingin Falls. It takes about 4 hours from Cebu City to Tuburan by the public bus and 2 hours by an arranged/public van. Going around the local village Nature lovers have many options to do like; nature walk, hiking, swimming in cold springs, river and visit to churches.
Notlar
The project can be organized with 5 international vol. in minimum and 2 vols. have been placed from Japan as of Jul. 14th, so the accepted vols. should not book the non refundable flights till it will be confirmed! NICE (Japan) is dealing with the placement of all international vols. as the co-organizing partner due to the circumstances and request of GIED.
