VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS IN KENYA
One of the ways to get to know a country is to make a trip, but not just a trip, a different trip; where you can know, live and feel the true essence of that country and its people. You can do this by volunteering in Kenya.
Get to know for yourself this wonderful country, which also needs that time you can devote to a social cause as important as this one.
The objective of volunteering in Kenya is to empower young people, children and people with different abilities, and at the same time they can develop their academic, personal and professional skills through social, physical and spiritual development. And that they in turn can develop their academic, personal and professional skills through social, physical and spiritual development.
SCHOOL TEACHING AND TUTORING IN NAIROBI
We seek to empower and develop all the skills and knowledge of children and young people from underprivileged communities in Kenya.
EMPOWERMENT WITH WOMEN AND ADOLESCENTS IN NAIROBI
This project addresses the problems of many women in Kenya through awareness raising and education. Needs are analyzed and acted upon.
CHILD CARE IN ORPHANAGE IN DIANI
The volunteer will work with children where the main objective is to provide care, education and pedagogical assistance.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM AT DIANI
You will be able to experience local Kenyan farming practices, help the farming community by giving more hands and effort, as well as experience cultural immersion and engagement with the local community
MEDICAL SUPPORT AT DIANI
The volunteer will share with doctors and other health care personnel in a small health care center or district hospital (depending on the needs at the time). Your level of experience, skill and ability will determine what tasks you will be assigned.
TEACHING AND SCHOOL REINFORCEMENT INCLUDING CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AT DIANI
In this program we teach and reinforce schooling, as well as children with physical challenges, cerebral palsy, autism and the mentally ill, where they are taught life skills, concentration, coordination, basic writing, English and mathematics.
PROBLEMS IDENTIFIED IN KENYA
Needs where you can help in your volunteer work in collaboration with local partners:
Early pregnancies
- School dropouts
- Drug abuse
- Malnutrition
- HIV pandemic
- Widespread poverty
- Domestic violence
REQUIREMENTS FOR VOLUNTEERING IN KENYA?
To be part of the volunteering in Kenya, no specific training is necessary, it is only required:
- Be of legal age
- Basic level English
- To be a participative, committed, dynamic and creative person.
- Be respectful of the people and customs of the community in which you are collaborating.
- You must be aware of the culture of the country.
- Adaptive capacity.
- Teamwork.
In each project, you can consult the requirements that are specifically requested for volunteering in Kenya.
WHERE WILL I BE VOLUNTEERING IN KENYA?
The projects take place in Nairobi, Gatanga or Diani, depending on the project selected.
- The projects are located within walking distance of where the volunteers are staying
- There is no need to use public transport to go to the projects, as you can walk to the projects.
WHEN CAN I VOLUNTEER IN KENYA?
The programs are open all year round. They only close their doors for the Christmas holidays. See specifications of schedules and arrival dates in each program,
Regular updates are made to ensure that the information is as accurate as possible, even so, since we work in countries with scarce resources, it can always differ a little, especially in July and August.
For more information, questions or assistance with a colleague of our team you can contact us via phone or Whatsapp here.
The steps to follow to register are as follows:
- Fill out the form to reserve your volunteering.
- Wait for our confirmation of availability.
- Make a 1st donation for the registration to the Adventure Volunteer association.
- You will receive an email with the volunteer agreement to be completed by you.
- You will return to us by email all the requested information and you will be able to purchase the flight.
- A few weeks before you start you will receive information from the local organization.
- Now you only have to pack your suitcase, you have a whole team that will make everything easier for you and you will be in contact at all times, so you don’t have to worry.
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
To be part of the volunteer programs in Sri Lanka, it is not necessary any specific training and it is only required:
- To be of legal age (possibility minor with guardian or parents).
- To be a participative and committed person.
- Be respectful of people, culture and customs.
- To know how to adapt and work in a team.
- Criminal record certificate for social work.
- Sign cooperation agreement and interview with our team.
- Appropriate clothing for the destination.
- Knowledge of English.
ACCOMMODATION FOR YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK IN KENYA
Your accommodation may be with a Kenyan host family or in a volunteer’s home, depending on your needs. All homes selected by the local organization have the basic amenities that a lower-middle status family in Kenya generally has.
Volunteer accommodation in Kenya
What is the volunteer accommodation like?
- Bed in a room shared with other volunteers.
- Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- Bathroom (attached to the house) is flush wc (Turkish type).
- Laundry area (only cold water and hand washing).
By integrating into these communities, enjoying the different rhythms of life and the fantastic opportunity to make local friends, this type of accommodation offers you these possibilities.
WHAT WILL THE ARRIVAL AT THE DESTINATION BE LIKE?
You will be welcomed by the local organization at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, located 15 km from the center of Nairobi, where you will be met by the local coordinator responsible for the project, or at Mombasa International Airport (MBA), depending on your selected volunteer program.
Depending on the time you arrive in Kenya, you will be given an orientation of the house, the project and the activities to be carried out. At that time the coordinator responsible for the project or area where you will be assigned will tell you the norms, rules and procedures to follow during your volunteering.
You will be picked up if you arrive on the days and times when pick up is included, otherwise there will be a cost or the coordinator can tell you how to get there.
VISA IN KENYA
To enter Kenya it is mandatory to have a visa, whether for tourism or business. They have a duration of 3 months. You can apply for the visa online before traveling or at the airport in Nairobi, Mombasa or at the main land border posts in Kenya. But we recommend that you apply before you travel. For which we recommend you to call the Kenyan embassy in your country.
- Depending on the country of origin a visa is not required for stays between 30 and 90 days. In this case it is necessary.
- Passport in order and with a validity of at least six months.
- Economic solvency. Validate at the Kenyan Embassy in your country.
- Round trip ticket.
SECURITY IN KENYA
As in any country, you must take certain precautions and know how to handle yourself in certain zones and areas.
In general, tourist areas are safe, but we still recommend you to take these details into account:
- Notify your coordinator, in case you are going on an excursion.
- Have your coordinator’s phone number and the address where you are staying.
- Avoid giving out information about where you are staying, the project and your fellow volunteers.
- Do not bring anyone who is not from the organization to the volunteer’s house.
- Avoid risky areas in every place you visit.
- Travel frugally in your daily transfers and excursions.
- Avoid drawing attention to yourself with jewelry and accessories.
- If possible, avoid taking out your cell phone in public places.
- Try to use the country’s safe transportation services.
- Avoid walking alone on unfamiliar streets.
- Never take someone you do not know in an unfamiliar vehicle or in your own vehicle.
- Do not drink any beverage whose origin you do not know.
Also in Kenya you can use UBER, it is very economical and safe.
The financial contribution is divided into two parts:
- The registration that you will give as a donation to the Adventure Volunteer association. This contribution has a tax benefit of 80% that you will be able to deduct in your income tax return.
- The remaining part of the cost of the program will go to the partner organization that we will send on your behalf as a substitute or you can deliver it directly to the project.
| WEEKS | PROGRAMAS NAIROBI | PROGRAMAS DIANI BEACH |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 440€ | 440€ |
| 2 | 585€ | 650€ |
| 3 | 765€ | 760€ |
| Additional | 180€ | 110€ |
WHAT ARE YOU PAYING FOR THE VOLUNTEERING IN KENYA?
- Welcome at the airport and escort (In Nairobi any day of the week, in Diani on Fridays, in Gatanga (agriculture) on Sundays).
- Accommodation during your volunteer stay.
- Meals during your volunteer stay.
- 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team.
- Monitoring and evaluation of the program.
- Orientation and induction to the project.
- Civil Liability Insurance
- Accident insurance for volunteer activity.
- Certificate of weeks spent volunteering.
- Guidance, advice and management in choosing the program.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE VOLUNTEERING IN KENYA?
- Flight to Kenya
- Medical Insurance (mandatory)
- Internal transportation or excursions
- Return to the airport on the last day
- Trips inside or outside the country
- Visa, if necessary
- Drinks, diets and special meals.
HOW TO BOOK MY VOLUNTEERING IN KENYA?
STEP 1
Once you fill out the program form, we will verify everything and confirm your place within 24 hours.
STEP 2
The registration fee must be paid within 7 days, then your place will be guaranteed 1 month before the payment of the programme.
SETEP 3
We send you the mandatory insurance and the international volunteer agreement.
