Volunteer in Uganda (6 months, 1 year) with United Planet!

  Uganda

Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 7-12 months
Dates: all year round

Description: Uganda, referred to as the Pearl of Africa, is a landlocked country in East Africa. This nation has some of the most diverse groups of animals ranging from the endangered mountain gorilla to the common chimpanzee. With a large number of ethnic communities, Uganda is also very culturally diverse. We are offering you the opportunity to travel to this East African country through 27 different volunteer programs. Many of the programs are centered on children and education but are also offered in environment and health services.

Highlights: As a long-term volunteer, you will have the exciting opportunity to gain an even deeper understanding and appreciation of a foreign land and culture through humanitarian service, language and intercultural training, cultural learning activities, and exploration.

Qualifications: Capable to work with orphans, maturity, flexibility, common sense and spoken English. To care for the children in need playing with them and teaching some lessons to them working as (care guide). Teaching, Drawing & playing with children, Music & Sports .

Cost in US$: 6 months $4695, 12 months $7195

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 18 and up

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

Participants Travel to Uganda Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

United Planet's Mission Statement: As an international non-profit organization, United Planet (UP) strives to create a world in which all people understand, respect, and support one another. United Planet's global network of leaders and volunteers fosters cross-cultural understanding and addresses shared challenges to unite the world in a community beyond borders. In 2008, United Planet was one of only ten organizations selected by CNN to be part of its "Be the Change" initiative.

Year Founded: 2001