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For volunteers with disabilities, will there be special transportation from their lodging site to the place where they will serve or from their lodging site to the main events?

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The transportation commission is analyzing the capacity of the country to cover this aspect. The details need to be finalized between the volunteer department and the transportation commission.

What should a person with a disability do to register as a volunteer for WYD?

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A person with a disability who wishes to register as a volunteer should: • Register as a volunteer on the official web page of WYD Panama 2019 (completing all of the requested information). • Choose their registration package as a volunteer. • Specify their type of disability. • Indicate that Read more

Upon arrival to Tocumen International Airport, how do I find the volunteer meeting point?

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Upon your arrival to Tocumen International Airport or to the bus terminal, there will be other volunteers waiting to guide you. You will be able to identify them.

When will I know where I will be lodged or hosted as a volunteer?

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You will receive an email with this information before your arrival. The international and diocesan volunteers will be hosted in volunteer centers that will be in Panama City, and they will be assigned lodging close to where they will work.

When will I know what activity I will do as a volunteer?

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As a volunteer, you will receive an email informing you about the activity you will do during WYD.

Who can I contact to get all the information that is related to me personally as a volunteer?

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For more information, you can write to : [email protected]

Is it obligatory for the volunteers to arrive a week before the beginning of WYD Panama 2019?

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As an international volunteer, we ask you to arrive January 14th so that you can receive adequate training. You will receive information by email, or you can read it on social media, or on the official website.

What type of electrical outlets is used in Panama?

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Voltage: 110V Frequency: 60 Hz Notes: Panama City 120V Remember that it is very important to only connect devices to outlets of voltage they are designed for. If you connect an electronic device designed for 220/230V to an outlet of 110V (or vice versa), it can be very dangerous: burning, Read more

What should I bring in my luggage as a volunteer?

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Rule number 1: only bring what you need. First, bring your travel documents in your carry-on. Regarding clothing, remember that Panama has a tropical climate. Only bring comfortable clothes: shirts, pants, jackets, sports shoes, socks, undergarments, pajamas, slippers, towels. Personal toiletries are fundamental: soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb/brush, deodorant, shampoo, razor. Read more

What is important to know about passports and visas to enter Panama?

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Passports should be valid for 6 months before your trip. The Government of Panama decided to exempt the visa fee and the presentation of economic solvency of 500 balboas ($500 USD) for foreigners that register to participate in World Youth Day (WYD).

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