Empower Communities and Protect the Environment: 6-Month Volunteering Opportunity with CIVS Kenya
IBO Italia - ODV-ETS
CIVS COMMUNITY SERVICE
Ahero, Kenia
Beschrijving
Are you passionate about empowering children, supporting local communities, and protecting the environment? This 6-month volunteer opportunity invites young people aged 18-35 to join CIVS Kenya, an organization dedicated to the socio-economic upliftment of disadvantaged communities, fighting poverty, and promoting social inclusion. Volunteers' commitment will be 30 hours a week, engaging in impactful projects like: - Teaching basic subjects (English, drawing, creative arts) and organizing recreational activities for children. - Assisting in providing nutritious meals. - Leading IT courses to boost youth skills and employability. - Delivering capacity-building workshops on environmental conservation and sustainable farming. - Contributing to agricultural work at the center’s farm.
Regelingen voor accommodatie, eten, en vervoer
Volunteers will be housed in the Ahero Resource Center. There will be separate female and male rooms to be shared. Meals will be prepared by cooks with the help of volunteers. To support your journey, you’ll receive a daily allowance of €32 to cover personal expenses such as flights, Visa fees, and vaccinations. Other costs, such as airport pick up upon arrival & drop off, three daily meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and accommodation will be covered.
Wat leer je?
Before your mobility begins, you’ll take part in an online training session to prepare you for what lies ahead. Once you arrive, you’ll receive hands-on, face-to-face training, covering everything from your daily activities to life in the local community, to ensure you’re fully equipped to make the most of your experience. Your European support organization, IBO Italia, will be there every step of the way, ensuring you feel confident and supported on your journey.
Wie zoeken we?
Are you ready for an adventure that makes a difference? We’re seeking a passionate volunteer eager to immerse themselves in the mission of our hosting organization. Embrace a new culture, savor diverse foods, and adapt to your surroundings while following essential safety guidelines. A strong command of English is recommended to help you thrive in this experience. If you’re excited to learn more, apply now and connect with IBO Italia. You’ll receive an informative info-sheet packed with details about this unique opportunity!
Begin- en einddatum
Van 17/03/2025 tot 13/09/2025
Locatie
Ahero, Kenia
Soort activiteit
Individueel vrijwilligerswerk
Voor deelnemers uit:
België, Bulgarije, Cyprus, Denemarken, Duitsland, Estland, Finland, Frankrijk, Griekenland, Hongarije, IJsland, Ierland, Italië, Kroatië, Letland, Liechtenstein, Litouwen, Luxemburg, Malta, Nederland, Noord-Macedonië, Oostenrijk, Polen, Portugal, Roemenië, Slovenië, Slowakije, Spanje, Tsjechië, Turkije, Zweden
Thema
Social challenges
Environment and natural protection
Education and training
Nutrition and subsistence agriculture
Uiterste sollicitatiedatum
Uiterste inschrijvingsdatum: 05/02/2025 11:00