Volunteer tasks •Teaching Primary School pupils •Tree planting •Sensitization of the community on the dangers of FGM and advocacy on alternative rites of passage •Submit Project Report to KVDA
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 stakeholders in creation of awareness to the community.
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. •It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. •KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 300 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in kuria region in migori county in south west kenya on the kenya and tanzania border.
What outcomes will our project achieve? •Youth Entrepreneurship and Leadership Development program will improve young people's employability prospects by preparing them for quality jobs and helping others succeed as entrepreneurs. •A staggering number of young people in Kenya are unable to find decent work. At the same time, employers cite lack of skills as a major impediment to hiring youth for those jobs that do exist. Working to fill this gap, we will equip youth with life skills and technical know-how, while connecting them to the mentors, internships, and job placement services they need to succeed in the job market. •We will also help youth employ themselves and create new jobs by training them to be entrepreneurs and linking them to the capital needed to start new businesses. Using our proven program model as a guide, we will collaborate with institutions across sectors to focus greater attention and resources on combating youth unemployment in Vihiga County.
Volunteer tasks:
•Teaching pupils at the Primary School •Training community based organization on income generating activities •Design project papers for potential funding for community based organizations •Training on leadership development and mentoring •Submit Project Report to KVDA
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. •It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. • KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
•Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 300 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in nandi country located in western kenya in a region renowned for producing the greatest athletes in kenya with on the high altitude planes.
Volunteer tasks •Social work majorly guiding and counseling for the HIV/AIDS program •Teaching English, mathematics and physical education •Home visits to establish challenges of development •Submit Project Report to KVDA
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. •It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. •KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Project background The institution was established in 2011 and registered as a community based organization in 2012. Its major focus is to address the challenges facing the local community and foremost the high poverty levels, disease and social exclusion. HIV/AIDS is among the leading scourges of the times within the local community and this call for strategic interventions to manage the situation. The School currently has a population of 91 pupils (50 boys and 41 girls) and there are seven teachers bestowed with the responsibility of operations. Further, the School faces infrastructural development challenges and it urgently requires construction of classrooms to accommodate the increasing student population.
-It has two permanent classes and three temporal classes, latrines, kitchen and water pump. -The school is managed by the Board of Management under the leadership of Pastor Moses Makhapila who is the vision career. -The school is located on half an acre (1/2) of land. -It serves the community, the following categories:- Orphans Vulnerable Widows Widowers -The school helps the community by doing the following activities:- 1.Educating their children through the well- wishers, donors and sponsors. 2.Practice dairy keeping 3.Poultry keeping 4.Teaches the community on how to practice Agriculture. 5.It also supports the community in their business practice.
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. •It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. •KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Volunteer tasks •Teaching •Sporting with the pupils •Home visits to touch base with development challenges •Inter-cultural activities in partnership with local community members.
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. •It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. •KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in esibila village located 6 kilometres from luanda town along the kisumu-busia highway.
Volunteer tasks •Teaching Mathematics, English & Social studies •Sports & games activities •Community meetings participation •Community development •Identifying weak students and focusing on their potential strengths •Assisting the head teacher in admin work •Submit Project Report to KVDA
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •The volunteers shall be accommodated at the volunteer house where they shall be provided with locally available meals such as beverages, rice, pasta, wheat flour, vegetables, cooking oil, jam, butter, eggs, beans, bread, and lentils among others. The volunteers shall prepare meals and eat together. •They shall also be responsible of cleaning the house and maintaining cleanliness and harmony throughout their stay. •The house is fully furnished with electricity and running water.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in malindi at the kenyan coast renowned for cultural diversity.
Volunteer tasks •Teaching •Playing with children •Sand harvesting •Sensitization on the effects of female Genital Mutilation (FGM) to the children, parents and the entire community •Empowering the vulnerable in society with focus on children •Promotion of safe male circumcision •Home visits to the orphans and the vulnerable in society •Inter-cultural education to foster global cooperation •Submit Project Report to KVDA
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS •Home stay and the volunteer is entitled to private room but will share other amenities and meals with the host family. It is convenient for the volunteer to carry sleeping bag, mat and personal effects. •KVDA has a memorandum of understanding with the host project regarding the project costs with appropriate procedures, checks and balances.
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in kuria region of migori county in south west kenya along the kenya and tanzania border
Volunteer tasks •Training youths in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, employability and life skills •Mentorship and apprenticeship •Design and production of custom made bags from bio degradable materials, printing of T-Shirts and other related works •Submit Project Report to KVDA
PROJECT START DATES •Volunteers can join the project at any time of the year. •The placement duration is flexible depending on the availability of the volunteer •1-day orientation seminar will be done in Nairobi
Accomodation & food:
ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS
•Volunteers accepted on this project will be accommodated at a host family •It should be noted that the volunteers will cater for their own commuter expenses to and from the project •We recommend that the volunteers should carry a sleeping bag and mat among other personal effects
Location & leisure:
Leisure time •Kenya is replete with a lot of interesting and natural spectacular sites of interest that would capture the imagination of volunteers. •From the tour to the renowned Maasai Mara Game Reserve to visits to local community beholding sights, the volunteers have the previledge to make choices that would fundamentally make the difference. •The project also offers a perfect opportunity for people who enjoy being close to nature and are interested in the spectacular setting that traditional way of living in the heartland of the African culture would enrich your cultural heritage
Requirements:
Financial contribution •The project participation fee is Euro 250 per month paid upfront on arrival to the cover costs stipulated for the entire duration of the project. •Monthly payment of participation fees is not allowed for conventional purposes. •Volunteers accepted on MLTV project for one month will pay Euros 300.
What is included in the participation fee? •Return transfers from the airport •Full board at the project (Accommodation and meals provided at the project) •Orientation, evaluation and monitoring •Volunteer mentorship
What is not included in the participation fee? •Travel to and from the project. The volunteer will be required to pay for the bus tickets •Refreshments outside the project •Air ticket •Excursion •Visa, vaccinations and Insurance •Local travel •Personal effects
Laundry and water:
•Water is available at the hosting project and it is important to preserve water at all times due to its scarcity and cooperation with the hosts will be highly appreciated •There are no washing machines in the institution and the volunteer will be guided on how to wash clothes
Medical:
•Volunteers are expected to have their own medical insurance and other personal expenses and it is important to carry your own medical and travel insurances.
MENTORING •Mentor for the volunteer from the hosting organisation: KVDA will designate its staff to play the role of mentoring and this is the vital link between the volunteer and the organization. The Mentor has the responsibility to enable the volunteer to efficiently execute their tasks with diligence. •Function of mentor: advise, educate, be a role model to the volunteers; providing problem solving, collaborative support, positive and non-evaluative feedback and emotional support for volunteers; to provide comfort, exposure, visibility and challenging assignments which directly support the volunteer's personal and professional development; to provide counselling and friendship to support the volunteer's self-image and competence and thus to listen, guide, advice, teach and offer professional support to the volunteers •The mentor will be available for the volunteer as a constant supporting person. However, he/she should not be directly involved in the daily work of the volunteer.
What to carry:
This is outlined in the detailed info sheet and includes, sleeping bag and mat, toiletries, torch, flashlight, sandals, mosquito net, national flag from your country, among others
Age:
18-99
Location:
The project is located in siaya county in western kenya
« I would recommend participating in a workcamp, especially with VAP, who ensured that I found a project to suit me and provided essential training for me in preparation for my trip. Being part of a workcamp really is a life-changing experience, oh, and it looks great on your CV! »
