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Volunteer in Kenya
.: The ProgramThe volunteer opportunities are in the following areas:
Volunteers on the teaching program have the opportunity to assist with the teaching of different subjects in Kenyan elementary and high schools. Volunteer teachers can teach mathematics, science, geography, social sciences, history, business education, English, art and music. Volunteers are not required to have teaching experience, but need to be confident in the above subjects, and preferably a high school graduate. Children Orphanage Program The orphanage program cares for children who have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS and for children who have been abused by their parents. Volunteers will assist with the daily running of the orphanages; cleaning, bathing children, cooking etc. The evenings are spent playing with the children and helping them with their homework. Volunteers also take on a role as a sibling to the children - a relationship that is often taken for granted, but that these children are without. In the orphanages that have their own schools volunteers will teach the children their lessons. Medical/Health Program The medical program is located in hospitals in Nairobi, Limuru, and Olkajiado. Volunteers on this program need to be registered medical doctors or nurses. Volunteers work with local doctors to assist with the daily medical routine - applying dressings, prescribing minor medication, recording patient history, patient consultations, minor surgeries, and counseling patients. Volunteers can work in the areas of maternal health, surgery, laboratories, dental clinics, counseling, and testing. HIV/AIDS Program Kenya has been hit hard by the HIV epidemic with approximately 1.25 million adults and over 100,000 children infected. Volunteers are urgently required to work in the community, orphanage and neighboring schools, educating and counseling students (at school) and community members about the disease. This program also encourages volunteers to learn and share their knowledge with other volunteers during the training period. Maasailand Program The Maasai have largely managed to remain separate from mainstream African culture and maintain their traditional ways, although this becomes more challenging each year. For this reason Maasai are increasingly seeking opportunities African society has to offer. With little government support Maasai struggle to find teachers and medical professionals to work in their schools and hospitals. Teaching Program: Less than half of all Maasai children attend schools, teaching volunteers are urgently needed to reverse this trend. Volunteers have the opportunity to educate children at primary and secondary school level. Subjects taught include English, maths, science and health. Medical Program: Medically trained volunteers are needed to work in a community clinic to increase access to basic healthcare and promote health education in the local community. .: Program LocationThe programs are located in three areas: Nairobi, Limuru (50km from Nairobi) and Olkajiado (45km from Nairobi)..: Program RequirementsVolunteers for this program must:
.: Program ScheduleVolunteers can stay from a period of two weeks to six months. Your stay can be extended beyond six months on a case-by-case basis (depending upon our partner's requirements). You can start your placement on the 1st or 15th of each month..: Program CostThe cost of the program are as follows:Global Volunteer Network - Application Fee: US $350.00. The application fee covers administration, marketing, program information, and communication. Kenya Program Fee:
The program fee covers administrative charge, airport pickup, transport to project, meals and accommodation during placement, and supervision. The other costs you will need to meet are: Your flights, visa, vaccinations, travel insurance, and airports taxes. You will also need a weekly budget of up to US$20 to cater for all your other expenses like bottled water, personal costs, beverages and entertainment. .: Frequently Asked QuestionsWe have put together the following page, which answers the majority of questions people have. Click here to read our Frequently Asked Questions..: Volunteer JournalsIf you would like to read about the experiences of some of our volunteers who are currently in Kenya, you can do so here. This journal service is provided free to all our volunteers.Click here .: Application ProcessAll, applicants will be notified by email as to whether their application has been successful.(1) Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form below. Upon receipt of the form we will assess your suitability for the program. (2) Contact You: If you are successful we will then email you a letter of acceptance. (3) Decision Point: Once you have read through the letter of acceptance and we have answered any questions or concerns that you might have, it is time to pay your application fee to secure your place on the program. Please note that we will refund your application fee if you decide not to go. (4) Confirmation: Once the application fee is paid, our volunteer partner will contact you to ensure everything is organized. We will also send you the link to our program guide which covers topics such as: country information, travel links, visa application process, fundraising ideas and much more! (5) Communication & Support: Throughout the application process, we are committed to working with you to answer any of your questions or concerns. During your placement we are also available as a form of support to you as a volunteer and will email you while in country to discuss how the program is going. Click here to apply for the Kenya Program. |
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