Mozambique Community Development

  Mozambique

• Other Cities in Mozambique: 
Vilanculos

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Starts the first Monday of every month

Description: As a volunteer on this project, you will take part in a variety of areas such as craft workshops, cookery lessons, HIV and AIDS workshops, teaching English and general community development work. You will also spend time playing with the local kids on the soccer project, developing their skills and organising tournaments, whilst also gaining an invaluable insight into the everyday lives of local Mozambique communities of Africa. During your free time you will also be able to relax and enjoy Mozambique's optional excursions including Open Water PADI certificate.

As a volunteer on the Mozambique Community Development Programme, you can get involved in the following:
- The Village Community Project
- English lessons
- Fun Days: This is simple, low-key and very fun interaction with local children and villagers
- Cultural Days
- HIV/AIDS Workshops
- Cooking Lessons
- Craft Workshops
- Vilanculos Community Project
- Local Soccer Project

Highlights: The Republic of Mozambique is in the east of the African continent. It is bordered to the south by South Africa, Zambia to the west and Malawi and Tanzania to the north and northwest. For a long time Mozambique has been a favourite holiday destination for people from neighbouring South Africa as it is considered to be one of Africas true last untouched destinations. Mozambique has it all; from the picturesque beaches, to bustling metropolises, to the safaris and wilderness that have made this continent so popular.

Mozambique is now a relatively peaceful country. However, the devastating floods ruined much of its infrastructure in 2000/2001, killing large numbers and leaving many people homeless. This is because Mozambique is mostly coastal lowlands, making it vulnerable to the rising levels of the Zambezi River.

Like most countries in Africa, Mozambique has not escaped the devastation caused by AIDS. In 2004 it was estimated that half a million children had lost either one or both of their parents due to AIDS.

In contrast to the devastating effects of AIDS and flooding, Mozambique has some of the most beautiful coastline scenery in Africa and is one of the few remaining unspoiled destinations around.

Qualifications: The lower limit is 18 years of age. There is no upper limit, although acceptance onto the project is dependent on applicants' health and fitness.

Cost in US$: from GBP949 to GBP2,699

* For information on what is not included please visit our website.

Experience Required: no

Age Range: The lower limit is 18 years of age

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Mozambique Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

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