Is this build opportunity for me?
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An Giang, Vietnam
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May 30- June 6, 2026
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Home construction
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$3430 Minimum fundraising target
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Team size: 12-14
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No building experience required
Global Village is a meaningful short-term international volunteer experience with opportunities around the world. By working closely with Habitat country programs, volunteer groups partner with local communities, building or improving homes as part of Habitat’s vision of a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. Upon return, Global Village participants become champions for resilient housing and advocates for Habitat’s work.
Why we build in An Giang:
Siem Reap Province is one of the poorest provinces in Cambodia. Even though Siem Reap is home to Angkor Wat and many other religious sites and is a major tourist destination, it still has great poverty, with approximately 27 percent of households living below the provincial poverty line and there are still many issues preventing the poor in Siem Reap from gaining improved access to housing, economic opportunities, living conditions, and health. According to the geographical features of the region in Cambodia, Siem Reap is regularly affected by floods, flash floods, drought, and storms.
Through this project, Habitat works in 2 districts and 1 municipality in Siem Reap province. The project contributes to SDGs 1, 3, 6, 11, 13 (No poverty, good health & wellbeing, clean water & sanitation, sustainable cities & communities, and climate change). It aims to strengthen resilience of communities, empower women and improve the housing and socioeconomic conditions of 36,323 community members in 18 villages.
For more information visit Habitat Vietnam's website here.
DAY 1 | Saturday: Arrive at Tan Son Nhat Airport
Your adventure begins today with your arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh city. A Habitat for Humanity representative will meet you at the airport (look for the Habitat Logo sign), then you will be transported to a local city hotel. Once you’ve had time to settle in, you’ll meet your fellow volunteers and the Habitat for Humanity team during dinner at the hotel.
DAY 2 | Sunday: Transportation to Rach Gia ward and welcome orientation
After breakfast at the hotel, you will leave for Rach Gia ward, An Giang province, which is a 5-hour drive and check into the next hotel. After lunch, you will have welcome orientation with Habitat staff where you will learn about Habitat Vietnam priorities and housing solutions in the region. The day concludes with a welcome dinner.
DAY 3 | Monday: Construction begins
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for your first day on the build site. Upon arrival, meet the host community and families, followed by a site safety orientation and construction plans, including group work division, led by construction supervisor.
Spend the day working on home construction tasks, taking breaks for tea and snacks mid-morning. Return to the hotel by evening to refresh, enjoy dinner and gather for a team reflection session to share the day’s experiences.
DAY 4, & 5 | Tuesday and Wednesday: Construction and Social Learning Exchange Activity
Begin each morning with breakfast at the hotel before heading to the build site. The next two days will focus on construction tasks and strengthening bonds with the community.
Take part in a social learning exchange activity on Wednesday afternoon. Lunch will be shared onsite, offering opportunities for connection with local families. Evenings include time to rest, have dinner, and informal team discussions reflecting on the progress made.
DAY 6 | Thursday: Construction
After breakfast, travel to the build site for another full day of work. Continue construction and enjoy your mid-morning tea break before lunch.
Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and a team reflection session.
DAY 7 | Friday: House dedication and farewell celebrations
The closing day is emotional for everyone involved. You will spend the morning on site for the final build activities and a House Dedication Ceremony, celebrating the completion of the home alongside the partner family and community members.
Share a farewell lunch with the community, followed by a farewell dinner with your team to commemorate the week’s accomplishments. Overnight in An Giang.
DAY 8 | Saturday: Departure to Ho Chi Minh city
After breakfast, check out and travel back to Ho Chi Minh city. Check-in to the city hotel, relax with your team and enjoy another night in the city.
Day 9 I Departure day
After breakfast, check out and travel to Tan Son Nhat airport for departure. For earlier departures, alternative arrangements can be made upon request. Though the trip ends, the memories and impact will inspire your commitment to Habitat’s mission.
Typical Volunteer tasks:
Volunteers assist families in the construction of new homes of concrete blocks. Tasks vary depending on the phase of construction.
Typical volunteer tasks could include:
1. mixing mortar and concrete,
2. sifting sand,
3. laying bricks,
4. tying rebar or
5. moving construction materials.
Through peer-to-peer fundraising, Global Village volunteers contribute a program and build donation that will advance Habitat’s work in communities with the greatest housing needs. Build donations cover volunteer accommodations, meals and ground transportation. Crucially, the program donations also directly support Habitat’s housing programs in the countries.
Once you register for a this Global Village build, you commit to fundraising:
$3430 minimum fundraising target
What's Included
- Double Occupancy Accommodation
- All meals for the week
- Daily transportation to and from site
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Snacks and water
- All necessary building materials and safety equipment
- 24-hour support
- Insurance whilst on the build site
*What's Not Included
- Flights to and from Ho Chi Ming city
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
- Vaccinations
Meet your team leader Sam Lanctin:
Is this build opportunity for me?
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An Giang, Vietnam
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May 30- June 6, 2026
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Home construction
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$3430 Minimum fundraising target
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Team size: 12-14
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No building experience required