This volunteer program takes place in Arusha, Tanzania and brings veterinarians, animal health experts, and final-year students into communities to support humane, practical animal-welfare education. Volunteers work with Voices for Animal Welfare (VfAW), an international NGO connecting Africa and Europe to advance animal protection.

You will help prepare teaching materials, lead sessions in schools and community settings, and assist with awareness events. The role is fully teaching-focused and does not involve surgery. Fieldwork is varied, so flexibility and cultural adaptability are important.

This placement is ideal for volunteers with training or experience in veterinary medicine, animal health, or animal care. Practical experience with farm animals or pets is especially useful. Volunteers receive safety and cultural orientation and ongoing support throughout their stay.

Make a meaningful impact while gaining field experience in a cross-cultural environment.


Veterinarian / Animal Health Expert Traveling Volunteer

This volunteer program takes place in Arusha, Tanzania, where educators and community-engagement volunteers support animal-welfare learning through creative, interactive teaching. Volunteers work with Voices for Animal Welfare (VfAW), an international NGO connecting Africa and Europe to promote humane, community-led animal care.

You will deliver lessons in schools and community centers, create engaging learning materials, and help lead outreach activities that build empathy and responsible animal care. The role also involves collaborating with teachers, NGOs, and community leaders to strengthen local education initiatives.

This position is ideal for volunteers with experience working with children in educational or community settings. Flexibility, cultural adaptability, and strong communication skills are essential.

Volunteers stay 1–3 months, receive full cultural and safety orientation, and contribute to long-term educational impact while gaining hands-on field experience.


Teaching & Community Outreach/ Traveling Volunteer

This volunteer program takes place in Arusha, Tanzania, where photographers and social-media creators document VfAW’s education and outreach work. Volunteers support an international NGO focused on humane, community-led animal welfare by capturing ethical photos, videos, interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments that highlight daily field activities.

You’ll photograph school sessions, community outreach, team work, and local interactions, gathering material suitable for stories, reels, and digital storytelling. Optional tasks include drafting captions, basic edits, and assisting with the content pipeline. Clear organization and handover of media are essential.

This role is designed for volunteers with experience in photography or social-media creation, strong communication skills, and visual-storytelling ability. Volunteers should be flexible, proactive, and comfortable working in a cross-cultural team.

Stays range from 1–3 months, and all volunteers receive safety and cultural orientation before and during their time in Tanzania.


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