Aid to Syrian Refugeesphoto by Rob Marienthal. With over 9 million displaced or killed Syrian refugees, our globe is dealing with the worst humanitarian crisis of our time. For many months, the coast of Lesvos in Greece, has been the epicenter of thousands of Syrian Refugees seeking safety and shelter. Unfortunately for a countless too many, the trip across the sea has ended in untold drownings and deaths. Since the beginning of January ISLA has been working with our dear friends of Lifeguard Hellas at aid stations along the coast to provide first responder medical and rescue assistance for the Syrian Refugees arriving by vessel. From there, Syrian refugees are given warm clothing, food, safety from the treacherous course they have taken. This includes both water and shore responses as well as minor medical aids. ISLA volunteers have donated over $3. Lifeguard Hellas through their own personal fundraising efforts. ISLA volunteers along with Lifeguard Hellas are one of the few organizations in the region that are authorized by the Greek Coastguard to make rescues and provide aid. Making our mission in the region more important than ever. ISLA is committed to staying in the region as long as needed, and is in the process of planning 3 more teams to volunteer in the region!! DATES FOR PROVIDING AID TO LIFEGUARD HELLAS AND THE SYRIAN REFUGEES: Trip 5 (Team Echo): February 1. February 2. 9th 2. Volunteers will meet in Athens on Feb 1. Official site of InterContinental Hotel Athenaeum Athens. Feel connected through authentic, memorable experiences. Book online for the Best Price Guarantee. Discover Athens and Piraeus with Athens Open Tour, the first GREEK double-decker hop-on hop-off bus company. Current and future strikes, closures & protests in Greece for 2015. Trip 6 (Team Foxtrot): February 2. March 1. 1th – 2. THIS REMAINS FLEXIBLE UNTIL WE ANNOUNCE VOLUNTEERS. Trip 7 (Team Golf): March 1. March 2. 0th 2. 01. THIS REMAINS FLEXIBLE UNTIL WE ANNOUNCE VOLUNTEERS. EXCHANGE ITINERARY(Subject to change)Jan 3. Project Application Opens. Feb 7: Project Application Close. Feb 1. 2: Project Volunteers Notified. TRIP 5 (Team Echo): Feb 1. Travel Day, Arrive in Mytilene International Airport, shutter to refugee crisis hq to check in and await further duty. Feb 2. 0- 2. 7: work alongside the Greek lifeguards assisting in safely responding to arriving Syrian refugees to the shores of Lesvos. Feb 2. 8th: Travel Home, or onward on your own! Our Athens Airport guide contains traveller reviews & information about airport lounges, wifi, nearby hotels, hours of operation, facilities and things to do on a layover. Open source travel guide to Greece, featuring up-to-date information on attractions, hotels, restaurants, nightlife, travel tips and more. Free and reliable advice written by Wikitravellers from around the globe. With over 9 million displaced or killed Syrian refugees, our globe is dealing with the worst humanitarian crisis of our time. For many months, the coast of Lesvos in Greece, has been the epicenter of thousands of Syrian. TRIP 6 (Team Foxtrot): Feb 2. Travel Day, Arrive in Mytilene International Airport, shutter to refugee crisis hq to check in and await further duty. Mar 1- Mar 1. 0: work alongside the Greek lifeguards assisting in safely responding to arriving Syrian refugees to the shores of Lesvos. Mar 1. 1th: Travel Home, or onward on your own! TRIP 7 (Team Golf): *Mar 1. Travel Day, Arrive in Mytilene International Airport, shutter to refugee crisis hq to check in and await further duty. Mar 1. 1- 1. 9th: work alongside the Greek lifeguards assisting in safely responding to arriving Syrian refugees to the shores of Lesvos.*Mar 2. Travel Home, or onward on your own!*participants of this trip have the opportunity to extend their time based on need in the area. We will assess follow up trips based on an as- needed basis. Trip dates remain flexible (except Team Echo) until final confirmation Feb 1. ISLA trip 1 (Team Alpha): lifeguards from Canada, UK and the USA. To view more of their adventure click here. ISLA Trip 2 (team bravo): lifeguards from Canada, Uk and the USA. To view more of their adventure, click here! ISLA Trip 3 (Team Charlie): lifeguards from Denmark, UK, Switzerland, and USA. To view more of their adventure, click here. COSTS: ISLA Donation: US$1,5. Airfare to Mytilene International Airport: Lesvos (this is a 5. Athens other flight options throughout Europe also exist – from LAX this ranges from $7. INCLUDED IN THE ISLA SYRIAN REFUGEE AID DONATION: Transportation on the island of Lesvos. Year ISLA Membership. International travelers insurance for the duration of the project. Full ISLA Uniform. Equipment Donation. ALSO INCLUDED BY THE LIFEGUARD HELLAS ORGANIZATION FOR ISLA VOLUNTEERS: Lodging for the duration of the project (this will involve camping and taking shifts through 2. Breakfast and Dinner during Volunteer Lifeguard Portions (Lunch is not included)Note: Priority will be given to applicants who are able to understand and speak Arabic and/or Greek fluently.
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