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Community Development in Rwanda
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Love Volunteers partners with a local charity in Rwanda in this crucial program, which is geared toward families affected by the country’s troubled history and economic fallout. The Abagore Farming Co-operative (‘Abagore’ means ‘women’) supports participating families by providing supplies and a willing volunteer group to assist with a labor-intensive farming program. Many of the families the cha...
Love Volunteers partners with a local charity in Rwanda in this crucial program, which is geared toward families affected by the country’s troubled history and economic fallout. The Abagore Farming Co-operative (‘Abagore’ means ‘women’) supports participating families by providing supplies and a willing volunteer group to assist with a labor-intensive farming program. Many of the families the charity works with are headed by women, so the cooperative was set up to enable them to earn money and look after their families. The women grow maize, carrots, and cabbages and farm some pigs to sell in markets in the area. They don't only earn an income that benefits their families, but they also contribute to food security and the improvement of nutrition and health in the community. The women in...
Program Highlights
Help women grow crops as a means of supporting their families.
Teach economic and trading skills to women in the community, thus empowering them.
Support a charity that assists Rwandan women while improving food security in an impoverished nation.
Dive into Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage and natural surroundings.
Become part of a program that exposes volunteers and local community members to different people and cultures.
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Quick Details
- Rural Areas, Rwanda
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Agriculture
- Community Development
- Organic Farming
- Women
- All Nationalities
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Total Reviews
Great experience in Rwanda!
September 14, 2022by: Nikolaus Schrodt - AustriaProgram: Community Development in RwandaGreat experience in Rwanda! The local staff are very, very friendly and helpful. The place is very safe and they try to make it as convenient as possible. A chance to interact with local people and see how they work and live. Everything worked, very very well!
Thanks Nikolaus!
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Rwanda
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Agriculture
- Community Development
- Organic Farming
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Resume
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Love Volunteers partners with a local charity in Rwanda in this crucial program, which is geared toward families affected by the country’s troubled history and economic fallout. The Abagore Farming Co-operative (‘Abagore’ means ‘women’) supports participating families by providing supplies and a willing volunteer group to assist with a labor-intensive farming program. Many of the families the charity works with are headed by women, so the cooperative was set up to enable them to earn money and look after their families. The women grow maize, carrots, and cabbages and farm some pigs to sell in markets in the area. They don't only earn an income that benefits their families, but they also contribute to food security and the improvement of nutrition and health in the community. The women in...
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Ready to Learn More?
Love Volunteers partners with a local charity in Rwanda in this crucial program, which is geared toward families affected by the country’s troubled history and economic fallout. The Abagore Farming Co-operative (‘Abagore’ means ‘women’) supports participating families by providing supplies and a willing volunteer group to assist with a labor-intensive farming program. Many of the families the charity works with are headed by women, so the cooperative was set up to enable them to earn money and look after their families. The women grow maize, carrots, and cabbages and farm some pigs to sell in markets in the area. They don't only earn an income that benefits their families, but they also contribute to food security and the improvement of nutrition and health in the community. The women in...
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