Volunteer In Sports and Change A Community in Kenya

  Kenya

• Nairobi: 
Nairobi

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: August, November

Description: Volunteers are sought for:
-To help run a sports camp in soccer, rugby, basketball, tennis, swimming, chess, volleyball during the months of April, August and December. Each camp lasts for a month.
-To teach musical instruments as well as learn about our African culture, music and run community leadership workshops. This is open all year round.
-You can also volunteer to teach at Malezi School,which is the Academy school for children 6 to 18 years old linked to the sports centre. Subjects include Math, English, Reading, Chemistry, Music, French, German, Physics, Biology.

Highlights: The atmosphere at Sadili Oval is like a second home. It is the great getaway from a hectic day, and a perfect way to spend your weekend, between the action-packed aerobics studio, the jam-packed swimming pool, and the quiet and relaxing reading room: whatever your taste, we have something for you. For those who like playing to win, or just playing, Sadili Oval has conjured up a whole host of experiences that will make your time here special. The rich diversity of activities, from tennis to swimming from chess to rugby, lends unique exhilaration to your day. Or maybe more leisurely pursuits such as a cup of tea, a walk round the track, or quiet contemplation in the Lounge. That's the beauty of Sadili Oval.... you're really spoiled for choice. Well, this is our dream come true, us guys who love ourselves and others. A community center that cares for your needs, what could be better? We are even able to reach out to the less fortunate, and learn to appreciate each others right to be on the same planet.

Qualifications:
1. At least 18 years of age
2. Has completed high school (at least)
3. Proof of good grounding in sports to competitive levels, especially in any of: soccer, basketball, athletics, swimming, tennis, volleyball or rugby OR Proficient in a musical instrument(s) and can read music and teach it.
4. Loves working with children and youth

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: 1790 per month

Experience Required: yes

Must have played and coached at a high level, and be able to offer his/her knowledge in training local coaches through workshops.

Typical Volunteer: Someone who wants to help the community and loves to work with children.

Age Range: 18 to 80

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

Participants Travel to Kenya Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of up to 3

Scholarships are Available. Three sports scholarships are available in April and August every year, for those who has played and coached at a good level in either tennis, rugby, soccer or basketball. This offer includes full accommodation, meals, internal transportation to projects and a four-day safari. Equal opportunity is offered to both men and ladies to apply.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Malezi Foundation's Mission Statement: Malezi Foundation is a non-profit educational trust, assisting children of all races and creeds, administering to their physical, emotional and educational needs. The foundation, through Sadili Oval and Malezi School, uses sports to improve the health, education, environment and skills of underprivileged communities, especially children, girls and youth from slums in East Africa, including Kibera (Nairobi) and Manyatta (Kisumu), Buyenzi (Bujumbura) and Southern Sudan, and prepare them for integration with the rest of society. In order to support talented but otherwise poor children within East Africa to receive quality education, sport training and community support, the Malezi Foundation has partnered with GlobalGiving, Sadili Oval, Malezi School and Friends of Sadili to offer the African Child Sport and Education Fund.

Year Founded: 1989