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Community Work with AIDS Orphans in Mombasa, Kenya

  Kenya
  • Mombasa: 
  • Mombasa

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: 2 -12 week placements throughout the year

Description: This project really does bring you face to face with the best and the worst of Africa; a resilient people battling one of the worst humanitarian crises on the planet. Children's homes have been set up around Kenya to help children who have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS. They offer the children a safe and supportive shelter, a basic education and a real chance in life. With the beat of the African drums filling the streets this is the real Africa, with none of the pips removed. The projects may be challenging but they offer real opportunities to make a difference. Just bring in plenty of compassion and patience.

*What does this community project do?
The centres we currently work with only take in HIV positive children. The aims of the centres are to provide a home, love, care and quality of life to the children. There are also plans to set up a school for the kids which will also take in children from the neighbourhood. By 2001, an estimated 890,000 children in Kenya had been orphaned by AIDS and HIV-related diseases. With 15% of the population carrying the virus, an increasing number of children are at risk of being caught in the wake of the epidemic.

*Why does this project need volunteers?
The AIDS orphanages we work with are already understaffed and rely on the input of local volunteers to continue their good work. With the additional help of i-to-i volunteers, the orphanages can provide a greater level of support and education for the children, and offer them more individual care and attention. The children will also benefit from the social interaction with volunteers, the chance to learn some valuable English skills and the exposure to a different culture.

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Community Work with AIDS Orphans in Mombasa, Kenya

Highlights:
* Giving your time and care to an incredible bunch of children
* Understanding the challenges facing children in this situation
* Getting to know and be part of one of Africa's most vibrant cities

Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya and is also the largest coastal port in East Africa. Mombasa has good transport connections and is well linked to the rest of the country. Facilities are good, with several banks, including Barclays, internet cafes, tour operators and most of the amenities you would expect from a city. Home stay accommodation is included in the project fee and is supplied with water and electricity, although both may be cut off from time to time.

Qualifications: The skills you need:
You will need to be flexible and have patience, compassion and enthusiasm to face the many hurdles and challenges that you will inevitably encounter within your role. To ensure that you get the most out of and contribute fully to your project, a pro-active attitude is essential. A love of children is a must, while some background knowledge of HIV/AIDS and how it has affected the African continent is also useful. Above all, you should be emotionally mature, tolerant and open-minded.

Your role as a volunteer:
The orphanage requires extra pairs of hands to help with the day-to-day running of the project, so you will be expected to assist with cleaning, cooking and serving food to the children. You will also help to provide a basic education for the children, by organising physical education/sports lessons and teaching English. You may also be required to assist the staff in counselling the children.

Languages :
  • English
  • Cost in US$: USD 1645.00 for 2 weeks, USD 275.00 for every week thereafter

    Cost Includes :
  • Food
  • Housing
  • Pre-departure orientation/Training
  • Written materials pre-departure
  • Cost Include Description:

    * Accommodation: Shared dormitory room in volunteer house or shared room in homestay
    * Food: Breakfast and dinner
    * Airport Pickup: Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
    * Training: In-country orientation
    * Support: Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

    Experience Required: no

    Volunteer Types :
  • AIDS
  • childcare/children
  • community development
  • community organizing
  • orphans
  • Typical Volunteer: The orphanage requires extra pairs of hands to help with the day-to-day running of the project, so you will be expected to assist with cleaning, cooking and serving food to the children. You will also help to provide a basic education for the children, by organising physical education/sports lessons and teaching English. You may also be required to assist the staff in counseling the children.

    Age Range: 19 years old and above

    This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

    Typical Living Arrangements :
  • Home-stays
  • Post-Program Services Include:

    • Alumni Network

    Year Founded: 1994

     



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