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Work with Children in Uganda

$300-600Program Costs
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5.0 / 5Student rating
1Review
87Programs
2009Year established

Program Overview

This program’s mission is to care for at-risk and impoverished children. Placements are available at three child centers in these locations: Jinja, Mukono, and Pallisa. These childcare centers include primary, secondary, and vocational schools, a special needs unit, and a clinic. They cater to infants and teens, from 4 weeks to 16 years old. The schools cater to children and adults from local communities. Volunteers play a major role in providing all aspects of care and assisting with the organization's (and facility's) operational activities. The children’s centers are run under religious beliefs. Although they don't require the same values, they ask volunteers to be courteous of their beliefs.

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Program Highlights

Provide essential care to the vulnerable children of Uganda.
Improve the future of at-risk children in Uganda.
Have fun while working with young people.
Give impoverished children quality care, compassion, and a sense of hope.
Enable intercultural exchange that benefits both locals and international volunteers.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
In-Country Orientation

Quick Details

Location
Kampala, Uganda
Starts At$300-600
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Teaching
  • Youth
  • Youth Development
GuidelinesAll Nationalities
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Updated Aug 4, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Kampala, Uganda

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Duration: 2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Other

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

2-4 Weeks, 5-8 Weeks, 9-12 Weeks

Starts At

$300-600

Program Reviews

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Program Administration
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Living Situation
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Community Engagement
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Health & Safety
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Day to Day Life
4.0

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Greg HallAuckland · June 2015

I'd recommend this program to anyone considering going overseas

I spent two months in Uganda thanks to LoveVolunteers, and I couldn't have been happier with my experience. I can't stress enough how helpful the team was when I was trying to organize this trip. Right from when I applied to be a volutneer, through to choosing my destination all the way through to the end of my trip, LV was a constant presence and I never felt disconnected from the people that put me there. The program itself was great. The person running the project was friendly and made every effort to include me in the running of the orphanage at which I was working. This meant that every day was different- I collected firewood, I taught the kids, I helped with building projects on-site- I did a lot and it really made me feel like I was achieving something. Uganda is a great destination and I can't recommend it enough to anyone looking to volunteer in Africa. If you do it through LV, you'll be in good hands.

Response from provider

Hi Greg! Thanks for the wonderful review and recommendation mate! Throughout your time volunteering with us you have had such a positive 'can-do' attitude, a kind heart and an open mind what ever challenges were presented to you. You have been a wonderful Love Volunteer and it has been our honor to participate in this experience with you. Thank you and we hope you can join us again soon! :)

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