Descrizione

Despite the employability programs put in place by the Togolese government to promote youth entrepreneurship, many of them still struggle to become self-reliant with their economic activities. Because they still lack the necessary knowledge for a good management of their companies. Conscious of this situation, the NGO ASTOVOT initiates for the second time the project of support to the entrepreneurship of the young people in order to give them necessary tools of management of their economic activities. It is about supporting micro-projects of young promoters by giving them adequate tools to better manage their activities and make them more profitable. At the end of the diagnosis, a project among the ten (10) projects studied can benefit from a financial support with a small envelope as at the first edition.

Work

- Information and training of volunteers on the progress of the project; - Census and selection of ten (10) micro-enterprises (field survey); - Conducting organizational diagnostics for the ten (10) selected micro-enterprises; - Analysis and reporting of diagnostic results; - Organization of training workshops for young managers of selected micro-enterprises - Monitoring and evaluation of the project

Partner

List the micro-enterprises carried by young people in Kpalimé commune and select ten (10) who are in difficulty; - Conduct studies of organizational diagnosis in selected companies; - Restore the results of the diagnoses made; - Organize an exchange workshop and presentation of tools for effective management of micro- enterprises in the presence of selected young entrepreneurs; - Promote cultural and skills exchanges between participants and volunteers;

Location

Located 120 km north of Lomé, the town of Kpalimé is the perfect place for nature lovers and hikers who want to go to discover beautiful mountain landscapes and tropical flora. Many natural waterfalls will allow you to cool off at the edge of the water. Kpalimé is also home to the most important handicraft center in the country where a large number of artists and artisans have settled. With around 101 088 inhabitants, Kpalimé is a tourist town in the Plateaux region. Being the headquarter of Kloto prefecture, Kpalimé has many facilities such as district hospitals, the post office, the office of the Town Hall, the prefecture, the police station, the gendarmerie, banks, schools... in short, all public and administrative services are represented. Apart from the public and administrative services, you will find art shops, shopping malls, bars, restaurants, discotheques, etc. The large market of Kpalimé comes alive every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and abounds with a wide variety of products; you will find "seasonal or non- seasonal" fruits, vegetables of all kinds and articles of clothing in African style! In summary, it is a city that moves and attracts many visitors (Togolese as expatriates) LEISURES: Apart from the activities to be carried out on the building site, you can enjoy walks, meetings with the particularly welcoming population, organize parties and excursions to visit the surrounding villages.

Accomodation

ACCOMODATION Housing conditions are generally primitive. The volunteers will be housed together in the same house with several rooms (usually 2 to 4 rooms) and will live near the project site. Housing will be provided with plastic mats or straws but volunteers can however provide small inflatable mattresses or small floor mats (no bed), sleeping bag, mosquito nets etc. The kitchen will be organized by the volunteers themselves. FOOD Volunteers will cook and eat together their meals. In the kitchen, they will use the local products. There are many various vegetables and fruits in location, so vegetarian and vegan diets can be continued. NB: Clean drinking water available.

Requirements

Remarks: The languages of the workcamp are English and French. But it’s important to note that the exchanges in English are very basic.

Notes:

Descrizione

Agriculture is the main part of Tanzania's economy providing livelihoods for 70 percent of the population. However, many local farmers struggle to make a profit and produce an adequate supply of food for their communities. As a volunteer on the Sustainable Agriculture project in Tanzania your focus is on providing support to small-scale local farmers, resulting in improved livelihoods for farming communities and more resilient and sustainable agriculture practices. JUAWA is a local farmers cooperative in Zanzibar formed to sustain livelihood of its members through agriculture, dairy farming and environment conservation. With 100+ members they are working together in horticulture production, dairy cow, processing of dairy products and tree planting. This project is aiming to support small scale farmer to sustain their livelihood through agriculture.

Work

Some of the volunteers tasks will include: Agriculture: Preparing fields, planting and harvesting of fruits and vegetables. Planting grasses to feed animals. Dairy farm: Cow milking, cleaning for animals sheds, feeding animals, and helping in processing yoghurt juices. Environment: Tree planting and environmental education and awareness. Volunteers are expected to join activities for about 6-8 hours a day. Kindly allow flexibility since starting time and ending time for each day will depend on the activities and weather.

Partner

UVIKIUTA is a vibrant Youth development Organization that values volunteerism as a tool for sustainable development. The organization was established in 1983 to respond to the needs of young women and men to raise their living standards through developing and enhancing social and economic capacities. Our goal is to make contribute in building sustainable and self-reliant communities through providing holistic experience that broaden minds, expand horizons and empower young people and their communities to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. UVIKIUTA-Tanzania is founder member of the Eastern African voluntary service Network (EAVS-Network), formally EAWA, Long term partner with Service Civil International (SCI), ALLIANCE and NVDA among global Networks. We work also very close with Government Departments, United Nations Volunteer Program (UNV), learning institutions, Non-Government and Community based organizations.

Location

Mpapa is a community of approximately 1,500 inhabitants in the rural area of Unguja Island, Zanzibar. The community is located about 25km from Stone and is accessible by both public and private transport. Convenient shopping places, market, health centers, telecommunication services are available. Banking facilities can be accessible from Zanzibar stone. Mpapa community is strategic recreation point since it is very close to most beautiful beaches of Zanzibar among other attractive destinations. Travel informatiom: Nearest Airport: International Volunteers are advised to fly through Zanzibar International Airport. Pick up service: On arrival you should expect to be met/picked up by either UVIKIUTA staff, volunteer, or Transport service provider agent. Provide your travel information at least ten working days before the project start to allow time to manage all logistics to welcome you. Meeting point: On the 21st July 2019, at 14:00 hrs. Local time; volunteers will be picked up on one of the listed meeting points outlined below. Inform the organization well in advance if you cannot make it. - Zanzibar International Airport - Zanzibar Ferry Terminal - Kiponda B& B along Kiponda street, Zanzibar stone town - Any accommodation facility within Zanzibar stone town. Volunteers wishing to arrive earlier in the country will be required to organise owns accommodation. Leisure time: Saturdays, Sundays and Public holidays is always free for volunteers to take advantage of the richness in natural, cultural and tourist attraction of Zanzibar to explore. Possibilities are: Exploring Zanzibar historical, natural and cultural sites. These include museums, local markets, stone town, etc. Enjoy wildlife and marine life. Jozani forest National Park, Blue safaris swimming, tour to small islands, variety of water sports, spice tour among many other options.

Accomodation

Meals: Three meals will be provide each day at the accommodation including vegetarians. We will have kitchen volunteer responsible in meals preparations, however volunteers shall also be expected to help in meals preparation and dish washing. Accommodation: At the communal house in the community. Rooms will be shared between 3-4 people, no bed but mattress on the floor (Comfortable enough). Water and electricity will be available. No washing machine available.

Requirements

Motivation letter: ML should respond to the following questions; why would you like to participate in this project? (Your main motive), How do you plan to contribute to this project? What do you hope to learn and gain from this experience? How will you make advantage of this experience for the “next step” in your life? Potential volunteer in this project shall be the one who is interested or who want to know about agriculture and environmental sustainability. A person who is open minded, open to learn and contribute, interested in outdoor and nature activities.

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Descrizione

Today there are many young Togolese who try or want to go through the Sahel countries and challenge the waves of the Mediterranean with pirogues or makeshift boats to find the shores of Europe. Unfortunately this perilous and fatal adventure continues to cause desolation within families because there are some of these young people who do not cross this "imaginary Eldorado" and perish in the Mediterranean or in the ocean. The wave of illegal or irregular migration has taken on unprecedented proportions in the recent years. Duringthe crossing to Europe, most migrants perish due to the wreckage of their makeshift boats. It is not a question for the NGO ASTOVOT to fight against the illegal immigration but to make the candidates aware of the dangers of that. Because many are among them who do not know the realities of the trip and those who do not know the country of destination, ASTOVOT wants to educate the unknowing. Through this summer camp, ASTOVOT wants to contribute in its own way to inform and raise awareness through actions and to support young people on the difficulties of irregular immigration. For this purpose, it intends to conduct awareness campaigns to discourage prospective immigrants. These educative sessions will be furnished by sharing information on the consequences of irregular immigration with young people.

Work

The implementation of the project will consist of researching, designing and animating contents describing the migrants experiences during their journey: - Volunteers do research and organize debates with the young on immigration issues - Volunteers will make collections of photos, documentary films and testimonies showing the dangers of illegal immigration - Volunteers will show photos, documentary films and testimonials in public squares in different districts of Kpalimé City to attract the attention of a large number of people - Volunteers will organize talk shows on Kpalime local radio stations to raise awareness of the issues and dangers of irregular immigration - Volunteers will produce awareness posters - Volunteers will produce and present skits to raise awareness - Volunteers will conduct awareness campaigns on social networks including Facebook and other media: - Discussions, brainstorming, debates - Practical cases, forum theater - Broadcasting of audiovisual media

Partner

- Organize information and awareness sessions in neighborhoods for young people through football matches - Make presentations of films and documentaries illustrating the dangers of illegal immigration - Organize roundtables: exchange of experiences between international volunteers and local volunteers

Location

Located 120 km north of Lomé, the town of Kpalimé is the perfect place for nature lovers and hikers who want to go to discover beautiful mountain landscapes and tropical flora. Many natural waterfalls will allow you to cool off at the edge of the water. Kpalimé is also home to the most important handicraft center in the country where a large number of artists and artisans have settled. With around 101 088 inhabitants, Kpalimé is a tourist town in the Plateaux region. Being the headquarter of Kloto prefecture, Kpalimé has many facilities such as district hospitals, the post office, the office of the Town Hall, the prefecture, the police station, the gendarmerie, banks, schools... in short, all public and administrative services are represented. Apart from the public and administrative services, you will find art shops, shopping malls, bars, restaurants, discotheques, etc. The large market of Kpalimé comes alive every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and abounds with a wide variety of products; you will find seasonal or non- seasonal fruits, vegetables of all kinds and articles of clothing in African style! In summary, it is a city that moves and attracts many visitors (Togolese as expatriates). Apart from the activities to be carried out on the building site, you can enjoy walks, meetings with the particularly welcoming population, organize parties and excursions to visit the surrounding villages.

Accomodation

Housing conditions are generally primitive. The volunteers will be housed together in the same house with several rooms (usually 2 to 4 rooms) and will live near the project site. Housing will be provided with plastic mats or straws but volunteers can however provide small inflatable mattresses or small floor mats (no bed), sleeping bag, mosquito nets etc. The kitchen will be organized by the volunteers themselves. Volunteers will cook and eat together their meals. In the kitchen, they will use the local products. There are many various vegetables and fruits in location, so vegetarian and vegan diets can be continued. NB: Clean drinking water available.

Requirements

This project responds to the more and more recurrent immigration issues in socio-political and economic debates, so it requires real support and mobilization of technical and material means for its realization. Volunteers interested in this project are asked to collect enough tools or educational kits for awareness (documentary films, posters, documents ... etc.). The languages of the workcamp are English and French. But it’s important to note that the exchanges in English are very basic.

Notes:

Work

The participants will work with the local community and environmental experts from Environment Africa, Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Depertment of National Parks and United Children of Africa. The work will involve the Uprooting lantana camara an alien invasive specie prevalent in the World Heritage Site destroying vegetation and biodiversity. The volunteers will also Maintain the 25 fishing camps along the Zambezi river in the Zambezi National Park in which the campers will reside.

Partner

Zimbabwe Workcamps Association is a youth volunteer organization founded in October 1993. It is a non political, non sectarian, non religious, voluntary organization. Its membership is open to anyone above the age of sixteen years irrespective of nationality, gender, race, religion, political view or educational qualification. Zimbabwe Workcamps Association employs international voluntary services as a double aged sword namely education and community development. . Workcamps are proven developmental techniques aimed at encouraging local communities to do self-help projects, through the use of scarcely available resources in the raising of their socio-economic, cultural and physical standards of living.

Location

Victoria Falls

Accomodation

Vic Falls National Camp-Tents, Volunteers should bring their own sleeping bags and a small matress. No running water, Pit latrines will be used. Volunteers will be staying at a camping site in the national park

Requirements

Desire to work hard as well as being comfortable to work with people with from different backgrounds. All volunteers who want to participate in this project will be invited to attend the preparation session (le week-end de préparation au départ) organised by Solidarités Jeunesses before their departure

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Work

Tose is home for people with severe and multiple disabilities. It provides respite care, rehabilitation and training for caregivers. The volunteers will work with the staff members at Tose to provide respite care as well as rehabilitation for the disadvantaged. The volunteers will also help in the garden, kitchen laundry and any specific request from administration at Tose.

Partner

Zimbabwe Workcamps Association is a youth volunteer organization founded in October 1993. It is a non political, non sectarian, non religious, voluntary organization. Its membership is open to anyone above the age of sixteen years irrespective of nationality, gender, race, religion, political view or educational qualification. Zimbabwe Workcamps Association employs international voluntary services as a double aged sword namely education and community development. . Workcamps are proven developmental techniques aimed at encouraging local communities to do self-help projects, through the use of scarcely available resources in the raising of their socio-economic, cultural and physical standards of living.

Location

Harare, (6 km away from the city centre)

Accomodation

Volunteers will be accommodated in dorms separated according to gender. Volunteers should bring their own sleeping bag and small matress. Running water and water system toilets are available

Requirements

All volunteers who want to participate in this project will be invited to attend the preparation session (le week-end de préparation au départ) organised by Solidarités Jeunesses before their departure

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Descrizione

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), otherwise known as the Global Goals, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. These 17 Goals build on the successes of the Millennium Development Goals, while including new areas such as climate change, economic inequality, innovation, sustainable consumption, peace and justice, among other priorities. The goals are interconnected – often the key to success on one will involve tackling issues more commonly associated with another. The SDGs work in the spirit of partnership and pragmatism to make the right choices now to improve life, in a sustainable way, for future generations. The goals provide clear guidelines and targets for all countries to adopt in accordance with their own priorities and the environmental challenges of the world at large. Realization of these goals by 2030 will depend on various factors on which Grassroots ownership is one of them. The Global sustainable development goal project is aiming to contribute to awareness creation leading to change-oriented communication in which all the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and target are communicated to community groups in response to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This project is a platform for volunteers and other interested members to become stimulated to contribute their own ideas and energies, thus contributing to live debates on sustainable issues. This will be realized through community events, interactive sessions on the SGDs and their targets, capacity building for community stakeholders and dialogue with local Government authorities in relations to SDGs and the targets.

Work

SDG advocate volunteers shall be expected to be engaged in the following activities:- Tree planting and establishment of community Tree nursery: Planting trees is a great way to help sequester carbon emissions. Selected native trees species will be planted; this helps to preserve the environment and biodiversity. Planting will take place at the UVIKIUTA’ eco village and other protected biodiversity sites. For sustainable tree planting activities volunteers will engage as well in establishment of native tree nursery. By planting trees & Tree nursery establishment during this program Volunteers will be helping provide wildlife habitats & support biodiversity, Nutrition through fruits and medicinal plants, Plant native Tanzania/Coastal trees, Enhance the natural landscape, and offset CO2 emissions. SDGs Education and awareness: This activity aims to inform volunteers , community members and all targeted about Sustainable development goals, mobilize great support for action for SDGs grassroots participation and providing tools to engage critically with global development issues to foster ideas and change attitudes. This will be implemented through workshops, debates, discussions, educational tours, community events, Music, Arts, Sports and other creative methodologies. Volunteers shall be expect to work at least 4-5 hours in the morning and 2-3 hours in the afternoon. Flexibility is required since start and end of day may vary depending on the weather and activities planned for that particular day.

Location

You might struggle a bit to find out this community in the google map, however it is a small community in the outskirts of Dar es salaam located about 30km in the south. It is quite new residency with a good mixture of people from various cultural backgrounds of Tanzania. Vigoa is hosting UVIKIUTA-Tanzania head office and it is also very close to the famous Azam sports complex, Chamazi. Based on those factors, the community is accessible by private and local transport allowing most important facilities like health, telecom signals, Shopping centers, Banking services, recreational places to be accessible. The community is considered to be safe and local people are very friendly. Travel information: Nearest Airport: International Volunteers are advised to fly through Julius Nyerere International Airport, Dar es Salaam. Pick up service: On arrival you should expect to be met/picked up by either UVIKIUTA staff, volunteer, or Transport service provider agent. Provide your travel information at least ten working days before the project start to allow time to manage all logistics to welcome you. Meeting point: On the 28th July 2019, at 14:00 hrs. Local time; volunteers will be picked up on one of the listed meeting points outlined below. Inform the organization well in advance if you cannot make it. - Dar es Salaam International Airport - Dar es Salaam Ferry Terminal - Ubungo main bus Terminal, Dar es Salaam - Dar es Salaam Central Railway station - Any accommodation facility within Dar es Salaam city centre. Volunteers wishing to arrive earlier in the country will be required to organise owns accommodation. Leisure time: This project will give you an opportunity to explore what the Nature in this part of the world offers to you. Some options are:- Exploring Zanzibar historical, natural and cultural sites. These include museums, local markets, stone town etc. Enjoy wildlife and marine life. Jozani forest National Park, Blue safaris swimming, tour to small islands, variety of water sports, spice tour among many other options. Near Dar es Salam possibilities are; wildlife safari trips (Selous game reserve/ Mikumi National Park, Marine excursions (Mingoyo Islands) eco and cultural tourism activities, Bagamoyo or Kilwa, Dar es Salaam tour (Beach, Museums, and Markets).

Accomodation

Meals: Three meals will be provide each day at the accommodation, host family or at the project. Vegetarian meals will be available. The team will include one kitchen supervisor to manage meals, however volunteers shall also be expected to help in meals preparation and dish washing. Accommodation: Basic accommodation facility will be provided in the community. Volunteers should expect sharing accommodation with other volunteers from the same or other projects. Electricity and water will be available. However no washing machine.

Requirements

Qualities: Potential volunteer on this project shall be the one who is interested or who want to know more about local and international development issues. A person who is open minded, open to learn and contribute, informed about what is happening in his/her community and a bit globally. Motivation letter: ML should respond to the following questions; why would you like to participate in this project? (Your main motive), How do you plan to contribute to this project? What do you hope to learn and gain from this experience? How will you make advantage of this experience for the “next step” in your life?

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Descrizione

Project overview Epang’a Primary School was founded in 1928, by community members who valued education after being challenged by the Missionaries who had settled at Kima Mission Station. It is a two-streamed mixed primary school. It is thus an old educational institution which without doubt, has for decades positively contributed to the general development of the people of this community and beyond. It is a bridge of hope many have crossed to make the entire society to be what it looks like today and to that effect, we find it quite abnormal to just watch it go down to ruins as History and the future generations may judge us harshly in the name of justice. The school buildings which sprung up rapidly in a feat to run away from temporary and semi-permanent structures in 1970’s were poorly planned and the workmanship was very much wanting. The ratio of the mixture of sand and cement was so poor that within 19 years, most of the buildings had become so risky for habitation. One of the blocks in March 2005 was heavily brought down by storms; thank God children were not in school then. The Ministry of Public Health moved swiftly and condemned all the 15 classrooms in March 2005. From March 2005, a lot of effort has been made by the community members and very many other stakeholders to provide classrooms for the children. We have got a lot of support from the Government through CDF (Constituency Development Fund). The Ministry of Education and Luanda Town Council, KVDA (Kenya Voluntary Development Association), Bamburi Cement Factory, Former M.P. Honourable Kenneth Marende, the current M.P. Honourable Chris Omulele, Member of Country Assembly, Administrators (Assistant Chief and Chief), friends and well-wishers from all walks of life. The School has a population of over 800 pupils with improved classrooms constructed and connection to the national electricity grid

Work

Project activities Promotion of the education growth of the children both through classroom work and also practical work in science based and Mathematics subjects as well as sporting and club activities to enhance innovation and creativity Career development process that will be instrumental in enhancing solidarity among the youth Community sanitation TYPE OF WORK CAMP: RENO/KIDS Volunteers will work for six hours daily from Monday to Friday. Manual work and Intercultural activities: Tree planting Creating awareness on HIV /AIDS Outreach activities on health issues in conjunction with community based organizations Home visits and inter-cultural learning THEME: THEME: Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development Description of the Problem/Challenges Challenges Facing Youth in Kenya: Below are some risk factors that affect entrepreneurship development in particular: Rites of Passage: The absence of rites of passage means that youth are no longer well prepared for adulthood by the traditional means of providing youth with mentors who give them advice to equip them for adulthood; Education: Suitability of education/vocational training for the labor market. There is limited access to secondary schools and alternative forms of education are lacking. There is also a need for life skills training in the education curriculum. At present, students are trained just to pass exams; Inequality/regional disparity: There is inequality in many fields, and often this has a regional aspect. Youth in certain geographical regions are marginalized, with restricted access to opportunities that are available to other young persons. In urban areas, poor youth and those living in slum areas have severely limited access to services and opportunities; Society’s attitude towards youth: Youth face discrimination purely on the grounds of age. This is legitimatized by beliefs such as wisdom only comes with age, and that youth is merely a transition period. Society also perceives youth as irresponsible and troublemakers. This perception may contribute to difficulty in obtaining credit; Expectations of youth: Society’s expectations of young people are not very clear. A gap in expectations has opened between what parents and older generations expect of youth on the one hand, and the expectations of youth themselves (influenced by their peers, and the media, etc.). Society’s expectations of youth may overshadow personal expectations and overwhelm youth. There is also an assumption that white-collar jobs are best and little encouragement is offered to youth to take up blue-collar jobs; Displacement: Especially in slum areas, the demolition of homes has displaced many youths. Others were rendered homeless by the politically inspired ethnic clashes around election time in the 1990s. Homes on proposed road routes, close to power lines and railway tracks are being demolished. The social consequences, both short and long term, of such displacement are severe; Policies: Gaps in, and unsuitability of, existing policy can be cited, along with important problems of implementation. Absence of youth participation in actual decision-making or implementation of policies affecting them was also cited. Youth are merely used as tokens in the policy formulation process; Corruption: Corruption can be cited as one of the major risk factors affecting youth. It results in unequal access to resources. It is especially cited as a problem when youth are trying to establish businesses. Those who lack money to bribe have difficulty in getting assistance to set up their businesses; Transition: Kenya is undergoing transition in many areas and this affects youth particularly. For example, there is a transition from an agrarian to an information based society, yet knowledge is not keeping up with the changes. Changes in social expectations are also resulting in confusion. Children are obliged to take on the roles of adults when households are decimated by HIV/AIDS. The influence and support of the extended family is also declining; Choice of Role Models: Negative role models tend to be elevated. There is a dearth of positive models for leadership roles, exacerbated by the negative and corrupt image of leaders projected by the media. Parents, too, may often present negative role models in alcoholism and violence. The media glorifies negative role models, such as drug barons and advertisements for alcohol glamorize risky behavior.

Location

Orientation: Will be done on 3rd August 2019 at KVDA Residence in Nairobi and the team will leave for the project on the morning of 4th August 2019 Airport pick-up services: The port of entry to Kenya is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and airport pick up will be done on provision of full flight details. The volunteers will be taken to KVDA Residence in Karen for accommodation that has highly subsidized rates

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS Volunteers will stay in a house provided by the local people with very basic living conditions. Volunteers have an obligation to climb down the level of the people with the aim of exposure to development challenges. KVDA will provide foodstuffs and volunteers will cook their own meals in turns. Water is available from springs and it is recommended that drinking water should be boiled or medicated. Mineral water available at supermarkets is also recommended. The Government policy to install ICT in primary schools has seen connectivity to the national power grid for most educational institutions in Kenya and this makes it easy for volunteers to use electric appliances while at the project. Furthermore, we invite you to bring typical food, spices, drinks, games and music from your country (for an intercultural evening) – and a lot of motivation!

Requirements

Participation FEES The project participation fees that is all-inclusive for the 3-week work camp is Euro 300 WHAT DOES THE PARTICIPATION FEES COVER? Project preparation cycle, return transfers from the airport and the project, KVDA administration, orientation, certificate of participation, project coordination, facilitation, evaluation and monitoring WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Excursion activities, local travel while in the community, personal effects, needs and wants.

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Descrizione

Project overview Nyamanche Primary School started the year 1981 as a Government School. The School supports children from the neighbouring villages. It consists of 600 (six hundred) pupils, 350 girls and 250 boys. The school has 12 teachers, 1 female and 11 males. It has 10 classrooms, 2 offices and 1 kitchen. The school has good academic record in the County.

Work

PROJECT Activities The school was started with the aim of having members of the community have access to education and more so the girl child. In this community, differences between man and woman dictate a difference in their social roles and this reinforces a notion that men are more superior to women. Capacity building will provide both men and women with political insight and moral support in confronting gender issues. A woman’s social status has led to marginalization. This was the very reason of starting the school so as to empower the girl child. The project involves different types of activities. These include: OBJECTIVES 1. To mould future leaders 2. Maintain high discipline 3. To reduce illiteracy level in the Community 4. Create platform for volunteerism. CHALLENGES Cultural practice such as female genital mutilation Poor sanitation Lack of funds to facilitate the proposed development projects Dependency on external assistance Poor utilization of available resources TYPE OF WORK CAMP: MANU/EDU Volunteers will work for six hours daily from Monday to Friday. Manual work and Intercultural activities: School construction Teaching primary school pupils Tree planting Stones collection and pathways clearing Sensitization of the community on the side effects of FGM Home visits and topical discussion with the local people THEME: GENDER SENSITIVITY: FOCUS ON FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION (FGM) Female genital mutilation is a strong tradition in this community. It is illegal. But still more than one third of the women are circumcised and each and every young woman is subjected to the cut. The church has preached against FGM for decades but in spite of the deep devoutness the priests do not have enough power over the souls. FGM has nothing to do with religion; it is a so-called culture and tradition in certain groups. The practice is deeply rooted in views on chastity, transition to womanhood, “purity” for marriage and basically a wish to control women sexually. In certain areas the survival and fertility of the local community is assumed to be threatened if the girls are not circumcised. Many brave young girls who refuse FGM are regarded as “unmarriageable” and become outcasts. It is a brutal act, painful and has led to the spread of HIV/AIDS. Volunteers will be required to liaise with other Non-Governmental organizations like Red Cross in creation of awareness to the community. Orientation: Will be done on 3rd August 2019 at KVDA Residence in Nairobi and the team will leave for the project on the morning of 4th August 2019 Airport pick-up services: The port of entry to Kenya is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and airport pick up will be done on provision of full flight details. The volunteers will be taken to KVDA Residence in Karen for accommodation that has highly subsidized rates

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS Volunteers will stay in classrooms at the School with very basic living conditions. Volunteers have an obligation to climb down the level of the people with the aim of exposure to development challenges. KVDA will provide foodstuffs and volunteers will cook their own meals in turns. Water is available from springs and it is recommended that drinking water should be boiled or medicated. Mineral water available at supermarkets is also recommended. The Government policy to install ICT in primary schools has seen connectivity to the national power grid for most educational institutions in Kenya and this makes it easy for volunteers to use electric appliances while at the project. Furthermore, we invite you to bring typical food, spices, drinks, games and music from your country (for an intercultural evening) – and a lot of motivation!

Requirements

Participation FEES The project participation fees that is all-inclusive for the 3- week work camp is Euro 300 WHAT DOES THE PARTICIPATION FEES COVER? Project preparation cycle, return transfers from the airport and the project, KVDA administration, orientation, certificate of participation, project coordination, facilitation, evaluation and monitoring WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Excursion activities, local travel while in the community, personal effects, needs and wants.

Notes:

Descrizione

Project overview Esiarambatsi Health Centre is one of the health centers established in the wider Emuhaya district to cater for the medical needs of the local people in the community. It’s a community based health center which cares for mothers, children’s and also people living with HIV/AIDS. The centre also offers pre-and ante-natal cares to women. The local community is composed of the Luhya community which occupies the vast western Kenya region and the local people are hospitable and welcoming. HIV/AIDS is a major challenge in the local community that has resulted into many challenges that have had a negative impact on the socio-economic development of the community. The health center is a community initiative that is currently run by the Ministry of health and has three nurses who work under a nursing officer in charge. The center offers curative, preventative and promotion services. Water is available from streams, rain water occasionally harvested and volunteers have the opportunity to learn to live in adversity and especially when Kenya grapples with the poverty challenge that is the single most obstacles to sustainable development. Objectives The main objective of the project is to provide health care to the community using locally available resources. The empowerment program reaches out to ensure that the local community is integrated into the day to day activities and the role of the volunteers is to play the role of the catalyst to re-activate the process. Most community members are small scale farmers who are not even able to produce enough food to support their own families Target Group: The target group consists of community members.

Work

Nature of Work: Volunteers placed in this project will be involved in the following activities: Medical work in the dispensary such as registration of patients, giving out patients following the doctors’ description, observation and noting the progress of every patient, and cleanliness at the hospital. Family planning services, immunization, maternal and child health are some of the services offered at the project The volunteers will also be involved in awareness creation in the community to promote the sustainability of the livelihood among community members both in community forums and also in local schools. Moreover, volunteers placed in this project will engage the community members in a study topic: focus on public health and sanitation especially in the local schools to be able to develop a young generation that is equipped with information. Hence volunteers will be expected to work hand in hand with the hospital management to realize the goals of the placement in this project and thus enhance the capacity of the health facility. The volunteers will be assigned duties in the health facility by professional staff PROJECT Activities The facility offers health services to the local community members TYPE OF WORK CAMP: MEDICAL Volunteers will work for maximum of six hours daily from Monday to Friday and the schedule is flexible to suit into the capability of individual volunteers. The focus will be on the following: Work and Intercultural activities: Volunteers will be assigned duties in the health facility by professional staff Cultural days for various nationalities Home visits and topical discussion with the local people on thematic focus of the project

Partner

THEME: REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION, PROMOTION OF GENDER EQUALITY AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT Gender equality implies a society in which women and men enjoy the same opportunities, outcomes, rights and obligations in all spheres of life. Equality between men and women exists when both sexes are able to share equally in the distribution of power and influence; have equal opportunities for financial independence through work or through setting up businesses; enjoy equal access to education and the opportunity to develop personal ambitions. A critical aspect of promoting gender equality is the empowerment of women, with a focus on identifying and redressing power imbalances and giving women more autonomy to manage their own lives. Women's empowerment is vital to sustainable development and the realization of human rights for all. The project aims to empower the women to actively continue with the struggle to enhance their capacities and ultimately take the lead in community development. This takes cognizance of the fact that despite being overrun by pro-men cultural foundations, women remain the pillar of families and the most vulnerable gender in the current societal set-up.

Location

Location: The project is located in Emuhaya District of the Western region of Kenya approximately eight hours drive from Nairobi city. Orientation: Will be done on 3rd August 2019 at KVDA Residence in Nairobi and the team will leave for the project on the morning of 4th August 2019 Airport pick-up services: The port of entry to Kenya is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi and airport pick up will be done on provision of full flight details. The volunteers will be taken to KVDA Residence in Karen for accommodation that has highly subsidized rates

Accomodation

ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS Volunteers will stay in a house provided by the local community with very modest living conditions. Volunteers should bring sleeping bags and mats and have an obligation to climb down the level of the people with the aim of exposure to development challenges. KVDA will provide foodstuffs and volunteers will cook their own meals in turns. Water is available from springs and it is recommended that drinking water should be boiled or medicated. Mineral water available at supermarkets is also recommended. There is no electricity connection at the School but volunteers can charge their electric appliances at the nearest market center. Furthermore, we invite you to bring typical food, spices, drinks, games and music from your country (for an intercultural evening) – and a lot of motivation!

Requirements

Participation FEES The project participation fees that is all-inclusive for the 3-week work camp is Euro 300 WHAT DOES THE PARTICIPATION FEES COVER? Project preparation cycle, return transfers from the airport and the project, KVDA administration, orientation, certificate of participation, project coordination, facilitation, evaluation and monitoring WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Excursion activities, local travel while in the community, personal effects, needs and wants. EDUCATIONAL TOURS

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Descrizione

Nyamira missionaries was founded and registered with social development in 2002 in Kenya. The organization is located at Nyaramba -Nyamira County in South Nyanza Region of Kenya. The organization consists of 137 members consisting men, women, youth who vary the age of 18 years to even 80 years. The organization has the office at Nyaramba market in Nyamira county about 10 km from Nyamira town on way to Ikonge town ship center. The organization is managed is managed by executive committee that consists of chairperson, vice chairperson, the secretary, Vice Secretary, Treasurer and 5 members. The orphanage home was started February 2008 at organization primary school, which is being managed by the organization premises following 2007/2008 post-election violence that displaced many families while other many parents were killed in that post election violence. Many children lacked shelter, food, protection and education. That is why the Nyamira Missionaries Cultural Development saw the need and humanitarian needs to set up the orphanage home to cater for these needy children who did not have parents and homes. Apart from that, the orphanage home has continued to allow and accommodate other needy orphans from Nyamira County, but big challenge has been resources to meet the orphans’ upkeep, but the organization is trying all it can to up keep the orphans.

Work

Manual work and Intercultural activities:  Take care of orphans  Weaving  Art work  Women training on self-awareness and confidence building  Women training on entrepreneurship skills and financial management  Meetings and media campaign on women empowerment in leadership  Home visits and topical discussion with the local people

Partner

Kenya Voluntary Development Association (KVDA) is an indigenous, non-political and membership organization which is non-sectarian and non-profit making started in 1962 as a work camp organization registered under the Societies’ Act. In 1993, KVDA was registered as a Non-Governmental organization by the establishment of the NGOs Coordination Act.

Location

Orientation: Will be done on 3 rd August 2019 at KVDA Residence in Nairobi and the team will leave for the project on the morning of 4 th August 2019. Airport : International Airport in Nairobi. Volunteers will stay at KVDA Residence in Nairobi at a fee. Airport pick-up services: This will be done subject to provision of full flight details. Leisure : KVDA offers educational tours to spectacular sites including the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve at separate fees. Please contact us for specific tour information.

Requirements

The project participation fees that is all-inclusive for the three weeks’ work camp is Euro 300. WHAT DOES THE PARTICIPATION FEES COVER? Project preparation cycle, return transfers from the airport and the project, KVDA administration, orientation, certificate of participation, project coordination, facilitation, evaluation and monitoring WHAT IS NOT COVERED? Excursion activities, local travel while in the community, personal effects, needs and wants.

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