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Agriculture, Conservation, and Food Security in Uganda

by: The Real Uganda

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The Real Uganda's volunteers assist our partners with a variety of agriculture and conservation activities. Because subsistence farming is a way of life in Uganda, efficient agricultural techniques and extra hands help improve the lives of rural Ugandans. Volunteers work on communal farms. They clear land, prepare soil, plant food crops and trees, weed, harvest, and chase away pests. Volunteer...

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Program Highlights

Work directly with rural Ugandans, learn about their diet, and help ensure community food security.

Sink your hands into Uganda’s rich, fertile soil.

Witness the effects of global climate change in a developing country.

Spend your time with hard working, empowered people, totally immersed in Ugandan culture and way of life.

Use your weekends to explore Uganda. Choose from zip-lining in a rain forest, white water rafting the Nile, wildlife safari, and primate tracking.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Rural Areas, Uganda
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 1-2 Weeks
Cost Per Week$100-300
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Agriculture
  • Conservation
  • Organic Farming
  • Tree Planting
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

10

Total Reviews

6
10

Even thought it's a volunteer program I felt I have taken so much more than I gave during my time in Uganda. I spent two weeks working with the village ladies in the farm in the morning and playing with kids of different ages in the evening. They were all extremely welcoming and fun and they took me in as part of their family right away. I particularly enjoyed the discussion time with them, both the ladies and kids were very open to share about their life and problems and also keen to learn about me and my culture. My hosts, Leslie from The Real Uganda and Robert and Vivian from the local NGO partner Lugacraft, not only took very good care of me while I was there but also taught me so much about the local culture. Because of this I felt I have built a special tie with Uganda compared to other countries I visited in Africa. Special thanks to Leslie who gave me plenty of useful information and managed my expectation prior to my arrival so that I left the program and country with only very fond memories.

The real Uganda

by: Josh Poyser - United KingdomProgram: Agriculture, Conservation, and Food Security in Uganda
10

I didn't really think about the name of the charity - the Real Uganda - until I reflected upon my volunteering experience when I got back home, but I think it sums it up pretty well. I experienced living with a real Ugandan family, in a real Ugandan community, experienced real Ugandan life and made a real difference. I lived with a couple who ran the local church and school and their four kids, plus their extended family and community who are all around to interact with and help you out and talk to you; you really do become part of the family and community. I helped out on the farm (all though not as much as planned due to the dry weather, the soil was to hard to do much!), as well as at the local school painting, playing games with the children, and helping the school cook, or matron. On the weekends there is plenty to see and do in Uganda; safaris, visit the river Nile, Kampala, there is a lot to experience. If this is what you are looking for then then The Real Uganda is a perfect choice for you.

I spent 6 weeks with this program and only wish I could have afforded to stay longer. The people are the kindest most humble people I have ever come across. Leslie was so helpful and a pleasure to be around with a wealth of local knowledge! Uganda is such a beautiful country!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Rural Areas, Uganda

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Agriculture
  • Conservation
  • Organic Farming

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples

Cost per week

$100-300

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Essay
    • Online Application

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