UBECI Volunteer Organization

A Quick Introduction

My name is Jazzy and I was a previous volunteer at UBECI. I am currently handling most of the online social network affairs (at least for the English-speaking part) for UBECI because I pretty much live on the internet. My job is to make sure that information regarding UBECI is accessible to all who may be interested, and to serve as a point of contact for those who would like to contribute. Please do not hesitate to contact me regarding any questions you may have.

What is UBECI:

UBECI is a non-profit organization located in Quito, Ecuador that coordinates volunteers to work on its social projects, designed to provide aid and support to local impoverished families. The projects range from street children work to afterschool programs, and frequently works with at-risk children to offer them a chance at a better life. The organization is run by a small but dedicated staff, and has, to this date, worked with over 240 children.

More Information

UBECI was created by Byron Salvatierra, who has always wanted to carry out social projects with the focus of at-risk children and their families since he was a teenager. In 1995, he started working in a social organization as a street mentor and, since then, has worked in programs in a variety of areas, including boarding, health, student scholarships, and academic reintroduction, summer programs and, in the volunteer program, internships and exchanges.

In 1999, Byron created UBECI as a project with the objective of bringing help where there is none and to carry out recreational activities for children and families during established holidays, like Christmas, the International Day of the Child or the International Day Without Violence.

In 2003, UBECI created its first direct-attention program close to Quito, Ecuador’s capital, for social and educational support with the focus on children and families in the countryside. In 2004, we created the “I Play, I Make and I Learn” programs that focus on the child workers in the markets and on the streets of Quito. In 2005, we started the Intervention, Rescue and Education Program with a focus on the dangerous childhood encountered in the streets.

This is not a formal blog, and hopefully will be at least semi-enjoyable to read. :] Please also excuse the layout for now.