International Work Camps

  Kenya

• Other Cities in Kenya: 
Kisumu,  Rural
• Nairobi: 
Nairobi

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Monthly

Description: International Volunteer Work Camps are offered monthly in a variety of locations throughout Kenya. These are 3-week projects that will give the volunteer the opportunity to have an immediate positive impact on Kenya and its people. Projects dealing with HIV, women's issues, water, sanitation, schools, and more. Join with volunteers from all over the world.

Highlights: The International Work Camp Program is a low-cost alternative that gives volunteers the opportunity to work on a three week long project with other volunteers from all over the world. The projects are organized by the Kenya Voluntary Development Association and serve all areas of Kenya. Volunteers meet in Nairobi for a 1-day orientation before heading off to the work camp site as a group. ELI, along with many other organizations worldwide, provides volunteers for these projects.

Cost in US$: 3 Weeks, all-inclusive = USD 595

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: There is no typical ELI volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. ELI has placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic, and inquisitive.

Age Range: 18 and up

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Kenya Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Resume
• Written Application

ELI-Experiential Learning International's Mission Statement: ELI's full name, Experiential Learning International, reflects our philosophy. We believe that the most compelling life lessons come through experience, and that international experiences are among the most profound influences on our sense of self and our view of the world. ELI facilitates flexible international learning programs for independent travelers by partnering with local organizations to give participants the opportunity to experience and contribute to sustainable ongoing local projects throughout the world.

Year Founded: 2001