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Women's Empowerment - Side by Side for Her Strength
Join Side by Side for Her Strength, an ethical volunteer program in Arusha, Tanzania. Run by the local NGO Twiga Vision, the program aims to improve the economic, social, and psychosocial well-being of marginalized women—single mothers, widows, and elderly women. Economic empowerment is supported through technical skills like sewing, handicrafts, and entrepreneurship. Social development focuses o...
Join Side by Side for Her Strength, an ethical volunteer program in Arusha, Tanzania. Run by the local NGO Twiga Vision, the program aims to improve the economic, social, and psychosocial well-being of marginalized women—single mothers, widows, and elderly women. Economic empowerment is supported through technical skills like sewing, handicrafts, and entrepreneurship. Social development focuses on self-confidence, workplace readiness, and communication. Psychosocial support includes health, rights awareness, and creative activities. As a volunteer, you’ll co-lead sessions with local trainers, offering fresh ideas while respecting the local context. You’ll work weekdays, with flexibility based on your profile. We actively reject voluntourism and “white savior” dynamics. Our fees are kept...
Program Highlights
Co-lead empowering workshops with local trainers in sewing, entrepreneurship, health, rights, and creative expression—a unique chance to learn and contribute side by side.
Strengthen the economic, social, and psychosocial well-being of marginalized women, including single mothers, widows, and elderly women.
Live an authentic intercultural experience in Arusha with the support of a committed Tanzanian team—far from any voluntourism or white saviorism.
Benefit from full local support, including airport pickup, orientation day, weekday lunch, and housing assistance (host family or independent living).
Be part of an ethical, grassroots initiative where every skill, idea and gesture helps create real, lasting change.
Quick Details
- Arusha, Tanzania
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
- Community Development
- English Teaching
- Health Education See more
- All Nationalities
Program Details
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Locations
- Arusha, Tanzania
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Community Development
- English Teaching
- Health Education
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Home-stays
- Independent living
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
Frequently Asked Questions
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