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Do you want to make an impact in local communities through caring for the environment?
Workers with a passion and desire to be involved in Creation Care can act as advocates locally and overseas for more attention towards and and appreciation for these fragile habitats. New workers can learn the ropes from locals, in caring for the environment and taking up professional roles (e.g. marine biologists, social scientists, conservationists, aqua-ponics, researchers). The team is open to explore new locations and professional identities in a remote area of Thailand where environmental stewardship can serve as a means to building long-term rapport with the local community. You will contribute to the vision and mission of the team by living and working among our focus people in culturally appropriate ways. The little-known mangrove reserve in this area of Thailand is home to thousands of migratory and local birds, and is one of the largest in Thailand. Local community leaders have long strived to preserve this pristine natural heritage, with little partnership from those we would expect such assistance. There are plenty of other significant habitats (e.g. peat swamp, lagoon) in this area that deserve heightened attention. The region is known for its plurality with multiple ethnic groups, cultures, religions and languages co-existing in the region. The majority faith in this part of Thailand is Muslim, which distinguishes this area from other regions of the country. Most people from this region have never met a follower of Jesus. Some are interested to learn more about him when they meet such people. Many opportunities arise as one builds relationships and spends time together with local people
With each placement, language and culture learning is of great importance as language is a priority and need for our work. New workers would initially engage in full-time language studies for up to 1 year (3-12 months) depending on length of placement. This would be followed by part-time language study while working in the second year. We want our workers to be skilled in the language and culture of the people before beginning full-time working roles. Therefore, full-time work can begin after passing Thai language level 2, which normally takes about 2 years. This would obviously be different for mid-term placements (1-3 years). Mid-term workers would follow a similar pattern to long-term workers, but this would be tailored to the nature and length of their placement
Most importantly, come willing to learn from others, able to adapt to a new culture, be flexible and have a servant heart. Those involved in Creation Care will most likely take up professional roles (e.g. marine biologists, social scientists, conservationists, aqua-ponics, researchers) so qualifications and experience in these areas are important. However, it is possible for one to begin postgraduate study in these areas in the first years of your placement and then move into a professional role once your studies have been completed
We are a diverse team from different cultures. Be prepared to live a culturally appropriate lifestyle within the community in which you will live. Among other things, this relates to dressing modestly, and being sensitive to the dietary restrictions of our neighbors. This helps to build bridges with your neighbours and friends. In the local culture it is important that men relate to men and women relate to women.
Less than one percent of the 65 million people in Thailand follow Jesus despite over 170 years of evangelism.
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