Volunteer in Uganda: Kampala, Jinja, Kasese, Katebo Village, Gulu and Tororo Towns. Gain a Broader View of the World.
Uganda
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Flexible start/end dates
Description:
We offer 1- 24 week volunteer opportunties throughout Uganda. Placement are available year round in Kampala, Jinja, Kasese and Katebo village, Gulu and Tororo town. We offer programs working with HIV/Aids awareness, teaching English, orphanage child care assistance, woman's support, construction/building projects and medical placements in small clinics. Volunteers are expected to work 40 hours per week and are provided accommodations and meals, roundtrip airport transfers, project placement and supervision and in-country orientation on arrival. Our programs are available year round, we have a flexible schedule, with no set start dates. Come volunteer with us and see A Broader View of the World.
Highlights:
Uganda is a diverse country - a land of varied landscapes with a multitude of natural parks, crater lakes, waterfalls and rich cultural history. Uganda's striking natural wonders, friendly people and growing tourist infrastructe makes it an ideal volunteer location. Our programs allow you to take part in meaningful community service work, while discovering the people, sights, smells and tastes of East African culture. Volunteering in Uganda is a way to totally immerse yourself in African culture. There is a growing interest in Uganda, as the tourist infrastructure continues to thrive. We give you the opportunity to really discover Uganda by living with and working side by side the local people.
Qualifications:
* Volunteers must be 17 yrs old. There is no age-limit. * Volunteers should possess a positive attitude, flexibility and patience. * Volunteers need to have a sense of adventure and humor!
Cost in US$: starting $795 for 1 or 2 weeks, view our website for more information
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Cost Includes :
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- Food
- Housing
- In-country orientation/Training
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- In-country staff support
- Pre-departure orientation/Training
- Registration fees
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- Travel while in host country
- Written materials pre-departure
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Cost Include Description:
Pre-trip materials, guidance and support with travel planning. Accommodation with local host family or shared volunteer residence. 3 meals a day. Airport transfers on arrival and departure. Project Coordinator & On-site support. Letter of Completion
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer: Volunteers accepted from all nationalities, backgrounds, professions and skills. We prefer volunteer 18 yrs and older. Volunteers are those searching for a different sort of vacation, on a career break, a retiree, or a gap year student.
Age Range: 17 +
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Uganda
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Letters of Reference
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Phone Interview
- Resume
Post Services Include:
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
A Broader View Volunteers Corp's Mission Statement: Volunteer with us and gain A Broader View of the World!
Year Founded: 2007
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