Orphanages in the Meru Community

  Tanzania

Arusha

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Throughout the year

Description: Volunteer in Tanzania working with orphans. The number of orphans in Tanzania is an overwhelming problem nowadays, due in large part to the diseases that plague the country: notably malaria, HIV / AIDS, typhoid, etc. Most of the relatives of these orphans fail to provide them with life's daily needs. The helpless become hopeless, finding themselves in orphan centers, or turning to the street. In these circumstances many children feel neglected and isolated and believe that their future has in a sense been stolen from them. You can play a valuable role in making them feel part of a family again. Working together we can help to provide care and education to the orphans of Tanzania. There are options to care for 1 month - 3 year old orphans, or to teach orphans from 4 years to 15 years of age.

Highlights: Arusha, in the Meru country of Tanzania, is the country's safari capital. You will be a short distance from many of Africa's greatest destinations.

The Meru are Bantu tribe located on the foothills of Mount Meru, the second highest mountain in Tanzania. The Meru tribe are predominantly farmers both cultivating crops and keeping livestock, in sharp contrast to the methods of their neighbors, the Maasai. The Meru area is flanked by hills that support abundant banana and coffee plantations and many trees. The Meru are a very approachable and welcoming people.

Cost in US$: Varies by duration. Contact us for details.

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

Participants Travel to Tanzania Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

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