Description

When most people think of Kenya, they think of world famous wilderness reserves and safari vacations but there is so much more. Kenya is home to over 50 different ethnic tribes, all with their own languages, cultures and customs. Regarded by many as the 'jewel of East Africa', Kenya also has some of Africas best beaches, scenic countryside and a sophisticated tourist infrastructure. 10% of the land is designated as national parks and reserves and the wildlife sightings are one of a kind.

Like so many countries in Africa, Kenya has been hit very hard by the Aids epidemic, especially in the rural areas. Million of people are infected with the disease and children are the worst affected. Our projects focus on the children, woman and the Masai indigenous people.

We have volunteer programs available in and around Nairobi, in the Rift Valley, Mombasa, and in Makuyu village about 30 miles north of Nairobi. In this district, 98% of its population lives in rural areas, and subsistence agriculture is the major activity.

Our programs allow you to take part in meaningful community service work, while discovering the people, sights, smells and tastes of Kenya. Volunteering in Kenya is a way to totally immerse yourself in East African culture. This is a great opportunity to make life-long friends, learn a new culture from the inside out and discover that one person really can make a difference.

Volunteer with us and see A Broader View of the World.

Highlights

Our programs allow you to take part in meaningful community service work, while discovering the people, sights, smells and tastes of Kenya. Volunteering in Kenya is a way to totally immerse yourself in East African culture. This is a great opportunity to make life-long friends, learn a new culture from the inside out and discover that one person really can make a difference.

Placements available in rural villages, small town and urban and suburban areas around Nairobi and Mombasa.

Volunteers participate in on-going community-led initiatives that have a lasting impact on the people you are serving. You will see the benefits of your service. You will live with a local host family and be one with the community you are helping.

Qualifications

- 17 years and older
- Flexible attitude, open-mindedness and compassion
- Medical projects require professionals with medical degree, or medical school enrollment.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starts at 795 for 1 week. Customized start dates

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Arrival and departure transfers, orientation and project briefing on arrival, placement in program, food and lodging with a local host family or on-site volunteer quarters. 24/7 support by our local Kenyan project coordinator.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Globally-minded individuals searching for a unique travel experience; Young adults, college students, professionals, couples, retirees interested in learning about life in a non-western culture.

Age Range

17 years and older.

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hours

Post Services Include

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

A Broader View Volunteers Corp's Mission Statement

Decided to create an affordable, safe and worthy program so that anyone who wished to travel and volunteer - could easily afford to do so.

Year Founded

2007