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Maasai Womens' Project in Arusha

by: AMANI HOSTEL

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The Maasai Women’s Project is an ideal opportunity for volunteers who want to make a lasting impact while also immersing themselves in the unique culture and life of the Maasai tribe. While the Maasai culture generally draws thousands of tourists to Tanzania, its people don’t benefit from the industry. In fact, Maasai women are economically weak. This is why a local nonprofit, ILKDNGA, runs progr...

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Program Highlights

Work with Maasai women groups on Mt. Meru and get the chance to learn about their daily life.

Support income-generating initiatives to improve the economic situation of Maasai women.

Help spread the word about Maasai crafts and other goods by developing marketing strategies for national and international markets.

Dive into this rare opportunity to live and work with indigenous culture in Tanzania.

Spend your free time hanging out with the locals and experiencing Tanzania from their perspective.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Arusha, Tanzania
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • English Teaching
  • Small Business Development
  • Teaching
  • Women
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Arusha, Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • English Teaching
  • Small Business Development
  • Teaching

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 1-2 Weeks
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Some Accommodation
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Tuition & Fees

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application

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The Maasai Women’s Project is an ideal opportunity for volunteers who want to make a lasting impact while also immersing themselves in the unique culture and life of the Maasai tribe. While the Maasai culture generally draws thousands of tourists to Tanzania, its people don’t benefit from the industry. In fact, Maasai women are economically weak. This is why a local nonprofit, ILKDNGA, runs programs to improve economic conditions. ILKDNGA has developed projects run by Maasai women to generate sustainable income. They train in the design and creation of traditional beads, crafts, clothes, and other products, which are then sold in the market. Volunteers help through the following activities: - Teach bead or craftwork techniques and designs - Teach English to women as well as the local kid...

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