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Support African Women and Children

by: Volunteers Africa Hearts Desire

Afroplan is a day care center founded in 2012 to help women and children aged 3 to 6. This wonderful day care center where children from the poorest families from Usa River can come to learn basic math, science, grammar, Swahili and English. In addition, it is a place where these children can stay safe and supervised while their family or guardians earn an income. Supporting women economically is another goal as women are generally paid much less than men. This project offers women jobs to earn a higher income, which in turn helps their families escape poverty. Although there are currently only 3-5 women working at Afroplan, we all hope to grow this project to empower a generation of women in the Usa River. All volunteers and interns have the opportunity to impart a basic knowledge base that will accompany them on their journey. To this end, various subjects are taught at the facility, like English or Mathematics. They also help with homework supervision. In doing so, they support the children and respond to their individual needs. Mission: To free children from poverty, hunger, lack of education, and poor health care for their future.

Program Highlights

An internship abroad can improve your career prospects. The experience you gain can set you apart from others when applying for university places or jobs. We provide everyone with a certificate after.

Volunteering allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and life of local communities. Even the walk to work becomes an adventure because you are right in the middle of everyday life in Tanzania

Volunteers and interns eat lunch together with the students and staff. This allows you to get to know traditional dishes, and cultural exchange is a positive side effect.

Opportunity to go home visits to get an idea of the living conditions of the children and families there. It is a very special insight that will remain in your memory for a long time.

Volunteering/Internship at the nursery include personal development through new skills and increase self-confidence.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Arusha, Tanzania
Starts At: $100-300
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Focus Areas:
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year
  • Language Immersion
  • Outdoor Education
Fields:
  • Education
  • Mathematics
  • Social Work
  • Sustainable Development
Causes:
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health Education
  • Social Work
Types:
  • Adventure Travel
  • Internships
  • Self-Discovery
  • Sports
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Dec 18, 2025

Program Details

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Locations

  • Arusha, Tanzania

Types and Subjects

  • Focus Areas
  • Community Service & Volunteering
  • Experiential Learning
  • Gap Year
  • Language Immersion
  • Outdoor Education
  • Fields
  • Education
  • Mathematics
  • Social Work
  • Sustainable Development
  • Causes
  • Childcare & Children
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Education
  • English Teaching
  • Environment
  • Health Education
  • Social Work
  • Types
  • Adventure Travel
  • Internships
  • Self-Discovery
  • Sports
  • Teach Abroad
  • Volunteering

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
Intern Duration:
  • Short Term
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
Gap Year Timing:
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • During High School
  • Post High School

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

$100-300

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Wifi Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Internship Placement
  • Emergency Support
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Online Application
  • Resume
  • Phone/Video Interview

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is the project Afro Plan from guest house?

Distance from Guest house is approximately 30-40 minutes by foot depend on individual speed. No cost for public transport.

What distinguishes you from other organisations?

We are a small organisation that only operates in Usa River, Tanzania. All of our projects are located within a 15-kilometre radius. Many volunteers who have already been with us say that we are like a second family because we are all constantly on site, live in the same area and enjoy doing activities together with our volunteers.

Which Insuarance do i need?

Voluntary service or an intern abroad, if you are going abroad, you will need special international health and travel insurance tailored to the needs of volunteers or intern

Are there specific arrival and departure times, or can I choose?

You can choose your departure date and time as it suits you best. We will pick you up from the airport regardless of when and at what time of day or night of your flight.

Do I always have a local contact person whom I can contact at any time

Yes, I, Anita Bornkast, live permanently in Tanzania, so I am a resident and spend 8 hours a day in our guesthouse. My office is in the guesthouse and you can talk to me at any time. If I am away, I can be reached by telephone day and night. I am always ready to listen to anyone.

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