TWESA COMMUNITY IMPACT
by: TWESA
TWESA is a local NGO based in Karonga, Malawi, which was established on 1st December 2015. TWESA aims to positively impact the citizens of Karonga district to create a healthy, educated and gender balanced society. TWESA is working in five thematic areas: Women and Youth Empowerment: Training in income generation activities and encouragement to take part in decision making processes. Climate Change and Sustainable Agriculture: Tree planting activities, promotion and construction of improved firewood cooking stoves, briquette fabrication from rice husks, promotion of organic farming techniques and raising awareness about environmental issues. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene: Training of villagers in hygienic issues, waste collection activities, facilitation of the construction of public toilets and awareness raising about the importance of a clean and hygienic environment. HIV/AIDS and nutrition: Training and awareness raising on HIV/AIDS prevention and the importance of healthy nutrition. Good Governance and Education: Facilitation of access to schools for underprivileged girls and boys, managing pen-pal schemes to improve communication, cultural awareness and language skills.
TWESA is a local NGO based in Karonga, Malawi, which was established on 1st December 2015. TWESA aims to positively impact the citizens of Karonga district to create a healthy, educated and gender balanced society. TWESA is working in five thematic areas: Women and Youth Empowerment: Training in income generation activities and encouragement to take part in decision making processes. Climate Change and Sustainable Agriculture: Tree planting activities, promotion and construction of improved firewood cooking stoves, briquette fabrication from rice husks, promotion of organic farming techniques and raising awareness about environmental issues. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene: Training of villagers in hygienic issues, waste collection activities, facilitation of the construction of public toilets and awareness raising about the importance of a clean and hygienic environment. HIV/AIDS and nutrition: Training and awareness raising on HIV/AIDS prevention and the importance of healthy nutrition. Good Governance and Education: Facilitation of access to schools for underprivileged girls and boys, managing pen-pal schemes to improve communication, cultural awareness and language skills.
Program Highlights
Work directly with local communities and create measurable social impact. Experience authentic Malawian culture in the Warm Heart of Africa.
Participate in education, health, environmental, and community development projects.
Visit Lake Malawi, Karonga Museum, cultural sites, and beautiful natural attractions.
Gain practical international volunteer experience while developing leadership skills.
Help empower the comunities and also have time to interact with the kids
Quick Details
- Malawi
- 1-2 Weeks
- 1-2 Years
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Alternative Spring Break
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- Winter
- Agriculture
- AIDS
- Arts
- Biological Research
- Building & Construction Projects
- Business
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Computer Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Conservation
- Cooking
- Counseling
- Culture
- Disaster Relief
- Drama
- Drug & Alcohol Recovery
- Eco-Tourism
- Economic Development
- Education
- English Teaching
- Environment
- Festivals
- Gender Issues
- Grassroots Organization
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Historic Preservation
- Hospital
- Human Rights
- Journalism
- Law
- Marketing
- Media
- Medicine
- Microfinance
- Music
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Organic Farming
- Orphans
- Parks
- Pastoral Work
- Photography
- Public Health
- Public Policy
- Recreation
- Reforestation
- Refugee Relief
- Renewable Energy
- Senior Citizens
- Small Business Development
- Social Work
- Special Needs
- Sports
- Street Children
- Teaching
- Tourism
- Trail Building
- Translation
- Tree Planting
- Tutor
- Volunteer Management
- Water Projects
- Wildlife
- Women
- Writing
- Youth
- Youth Development
- Youth Ministry
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Malawi
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Agriculture
- AIDS
- Arts
- Biological Research
- Building & Construction Projects
- Business
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Community Development
- Computer Training
- Conflict Resolution
- Conservation
- Cooking
- Counseling
- Culture
- Disaster Relief
- Drama
- Drug & Alcohol Recovery
- Eco-Tourism
- Economic Development
- Education
- English Teaching
- Environment
- Festivals
- Gender Issues
- Grassroots Organization
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Historic Preservation
- Hospital
- Human Rights
- Journalism
- Law
- Marketing
- Media
- Medicine
- Microfinance
- Music
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Organic Farming
- Orphans
- Parks
- Pastoral Work
- Photography
- Public Health
- Public Policy
- Recreation
- Reforestation
- Refugee Relief
- Renewable Energy
- Senior Citizens
- Small Business Development
- Social Work
- Special Needs
- Sports
- Street Children
- Teaching
- Tourism
- Trail Building
- Translation
- Tree Planting
- Tutor
- Volunteer Management
- Water Projects
- Wildlife
- Women
- Writing
- Youth
- Youth Development
- Youth Ministry
Availability
- 1-2 Weeks
- 1-2 Years
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- 9-12 Weeks
- Alternative Spring Break
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- Winter
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Families, Group
Starts At
- 1 week: $400
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Accommodation
- All Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Group Meals
- Laundry
- Language Lessons
- Letter of Recommendation
- Certificate of Completion
Program Cost Excludes
- Job Placement
- Internship Placement
- Emergency Support
- TESOL Certification
- Souvenirs
- Academic Credit
- TEFL Course Tuition
- Alumni / Networking Membership
- Job Search Support
- TEFL Certification
- Course Materials
- Textbooks / Reading Materials
- Vaccination Costs
- Background Check Fees
- Micro-Credential(s) / Certification(s)
- Use of Gym
- Transcript Fees
- Student Union Fees
- Financial Aid Counseling
- Academic Advising
- International Airfare
- Required Equipment
- Domestic Airfare
- International SIM Card
- Visa Fees
- Public Transportation Pass
- In-Country Transportation To & From Project
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Travel Insurance
- Wifi Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Payment Terms
- Upfront Deposit
Refund Policy
Non-refundable
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Phone/Video Interview
- Deposit
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