Volunteer in Tanzania

  Tanzania

Rural Areas

Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks

Description: Volunteers to the Karagwe area of Tanzania will find themselves in a remote, mountainous town where the majority of people are farmers subsisting on less than $100 a year. Tanzania is known throughout East Africa for having years of peaceful conditions often credited to the unifying national language of Swahili. Sadly, the AIDS epidemic, malaria, and other health crises have touched this vibrant community. Volunteers will be impressed by the dedicated work of community organizers, caseworkers, hospital staff, and church members as they work side-by-side to improve people's lives.

In Tanzania, Amizade partners with three community-based organizations, all of which are working to better living conditions and empower people in the region. Nyakahanga Hospital - Nyakahanga is the main hospital for the region and a ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania. They have instituted a number of vital community health initiatives including an AIDS Control office. Family Alliance for Development & Cooperation (FADECO) - This grassroots community organization focuses on empowering local community members to support themselves economically, increase nutrition and preventative health, & provide educational technology and resources that will lead to community-driven plans for sustainability. FADECO and Fair Trade Women Emancipation & Development Agency (WOMEDA) - This women's organization focuses on increasing economic and human rights by supporting members of the community through legal procedures and training programs.

Qualifications: none

Cost in US$: $2,470

Salary / Pay: none

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Someone who is enthusiastic, willing to learn about another culture and serve a needy community.

Age Range: high school-college

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Tanzania Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 6-15

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Amizade Global Service-Learning and Volunteer Programs's Mission Statement: Amizade inspires individuals and communities through worldwide service and learning.

Year Founded: 1994