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MEDIUM TERM VOLUNTEER PROJECTS 2020

1.0 ABOUT UVIKIUTA-Tanzania

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 their social and economic capacities. Our goal is to 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

other Networks. We work also very close with Government Departments, United Nations Volunteer Program (UNV), learning

institutions, Non-Government and Community based organizations.

3.0 MEDIUM TERM VOLUNTEER PROJECTS-2019

Medium term volunteer projects are unique program that connects people from around the world with local projects and communities

in Tanzania. The program offers a powerful vision built on our belief that volunteers have a vital role to play in development and in

building a more just and sustainable world society. Medium term Volunteer (MTV) projects offer an opportunity to work as a volunteer,

experience different cultures, meet people from different countries, learn new or improve skills, take part in peace making and hands-

on on various community based development projects. MTV Volunteer position at UVIKIUTA is an exceptional option for people to gain

experience in service projects and an increased understanding in world issues.

3.1 General Participation Conditions: Participants will be accepted in the program upon meeting the following conditions:-

i. Application

Applications will be received only through sponsoring organization/sending organization (s) in the country of volunteers’ residency

or citizenship at least four (4) weeks minimum before the project start. Confirmation will base on the availability of the placement

and fulfilled of requested conditions.

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ii. Duration of the program

Minimum duration to participate in MTV projects is four weeks while other projects is eight weeks and Maximum 3 Months.

Volunteer wishing to stay for a shorter time should apply for a short term volunteer projects. Volunteers are expected to arrive on

time and stay until the end. Travels (Safaris) can only be arranged during the mid-project (Three days in the half way) or after the

project. On the situation where volunteer have to depart before the end of project, written request have to be made through

sponsoring Organization.

iii. Arrival and departure in the projects

Arrival/Starting date of the project is any Sunday, however some projects have specific starting dates. Last day should be Saturday

of the last week. This will help good organization of orientations and arrival trainings as well evaluation of the experiences at the

end.

iv. Minimum and maximum participation age

The minimum and maximum age to participate in LMTV projects is 16 years old with no age limit.

v. Family, group, Senior, couple and disabled volunteers

Families, groups, couples, seniors and volunteers with disabilities, are encouraged to apply and join the program. However they

should contact us in advance through their sponsoring organizations to allow preparation of appropriate environments that fit their

special needs.

vi. Insurances

UVIKIUTA and the host projects in Tanzania will provide no insurances for the volunteers. You may need to have your own

insurances for health, travel etc.

vii. Visas to stay in Tanzania

Volunteers on this program will be required to have business visas to be eligible to enter and stay in Tanzania for maximum

duration of three months. The visas is available at any boarder entry including airports on arrival upon presentation of an official


invitation letter from UVIKIUTA. Volunteers wishing to volunteers for more than three months, they will be required to apply for

special permits. (Information will be provided on request).

viii. Official Invitation letter (OIL)

Accepted volunteers are eligible to have an official invitation letter. UVIKIUTA can only issue the invitation letter once the table

below is properly filled and returned to [email protected] in a word document as soon as the volunteer is accepted.

Last Name Date of Birth

First Name Nationality

Passport nr Project code Nr: Program dates

Expire date Sponsoring Organization

Location of the project

ix. Participation Fee 2019

Volunteers’ participation fee is a non-refundable contribution by each individual volunteer to support the operations of the

program. Participation fee scheduled for 2020 is the same as the previous year.

a) For only one month: €350

b) For only two Months: €500

c) For three Months: €700

d) For more than three months: €200 per month.

x. Explanation about Participation fees

Participation fee does not cover the cost of medical/health services, all types of insurances, visas, permits or any immigration costs,

airport drop off on the departure day, pocket money, free/leisure activities and other personal expenses. However; participation

mailto:[email protected]


fee does cover the cost of airport pickup on arrival day (once), orientation on arrival, food and accommodation during the project,

transport to the project sites and other designated project activities as well general running cost of the program.

4.0 LIST OF LMTV PROJECTS 2020

code title type Location Starting dates Min duration Max. duration

UV.MTV-01 Children Care Centres KIDS-EDU-SOCI Chamazi

(TEMEKE)

Any Sunday 1 Month 3 Months

UV.MTV-02 Children with special Needs DISA-EDU-KIDS Vigoa

(TEMEKE)

Any Sunday 2 Months 3 Months

UV.MTV-03 Science & Mathematics EDU-SOCI-TEEN

Msongola

(ILALA)

Any Sunday 2 Months 3 Months

UV.MTV-04 Media & Communication CULT-SOCI-ART Chamazi

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-05 Voluntary service Management LEAD-SOCI-EDU Magole

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-06 Women’s’ empowerment SOCI-CULT-LEAD Stone town

(ZANZIBAR)

20.01.2020 1 Month 3 Months

UV.MTV-07 Pre-Primary Education EDU-KIDS-TEEN Stone town

(ZANZIBAR)

20.01.2020 2 Months 3 Months

UV.MTV-08 Early Childhood Education

KIDS-SOCI-EDU Mwika

(KILIMANJARO)


UV.MTV-09 Generations Exchange

FAMI-SOCI-CULT Marangu

(KILIMANJARO)


UV.MTV-10 English Language Teaching CULT-EDU-SOCI Chamazi

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-11 Young women’s Empowerment SOCI-CULT-EDU Vigoa 06.04.2020 1 Month 3 Months


(TEMEKE)

UV.MTV-12 Youth Leadership & Sports TEEN-SPOT-CULT Vigoa

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-13 Cultural Exposure CULT-ART-SOCI Magole

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-14 Nature conservation ENVI-AGRI-EDU Magole

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-15 Women’s’ empowerment SOCI-CULT- LEAD Stone town

(ZANZIBAR)


UV.MTV-16 Primary Education EDU-KIDS-SOCI Stone town

(ZANZIBAR)


UV.MTV-17 Early Childhood Education

KIDS-SOCI-EDU Mwika

(KILIMANJARO)


UV.MTV-18 Generations Exchange

FAMI-SOCI-CULT Marangu

(KILIMANJARO)


UV.MTV-19 English Language Teaching CULT-EDU-SOCI Chamazi

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-20 Young women’s Empowerment SOCI-CULT-EDU Vigoa

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-21 Youth Leadership & Sports TEEN-SPOT-CULT Vigoa

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-22 Cultural Exposure CULT-ART-SOCI Magole

(TEMEKE)


UV.MTV-23 Nature conservation ENVI-AGRI-EDU Magole

(TEMEKE)



5.0 SHORT DESCRIPTIONS OF THE PROJECTS-2020

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.01 Project name: Children Care Centers

Starting date: Any Sunday during the Month Type: KIDS-EDU-SOCI

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Chamazi-TEMEKE

Number of Volunteers: 4 (At once) Age: 16 - 99 Participation Fee: For only one month: €350, For

only two Months: €500, For three Months: €700

Location description Chamazi is an urban community located in the outskirts of Dar es Salaam City (about 30km away to the South). With

a population of approximately 64,000 inhabitants, the community is situated in a beautiful area still surrounded by

nature. Chamazi is accessible by both public and private transport. Most social service facilities like health center,

security, telecommunications, banking, shopping places can be reached easily.

Project description Children Care centers are social facilities that care for children in groups and they have different sponsors, including

schools, churches, social service agencies or independent owners. Many parents choose center-based care because

they believe the presence of multiple caregivers, larger groups of children, and state inspections make them both

safer and more dependable. Some parents also consider these types of centers to be a better learning environment

for their children.

Children care Centers is a project aiming to ensure that children receives a good quality childhood care, education

and gains the skills and knowledge they need to thrive achieve promising future. The project is focusing on the

children from the age of two years to six years of age on which this particular age of a child is considered the most

vulnerable and crucial stage of a person's life where this program often focuses on guiding children to learn through

play and other creative methods.

Activities of the project Volunteers are expected to engage in the following outlined activities as an assistant to the local staff.

Basic Childcare: Basic childcare is a primary function of a Child care centre. Much of a volunteer's time is spent

monitoring children to ensure they remain safe as they go about their activities.


Play time: Play is important work for children. Play helps children share with others and copes with their

feelings while developing verbal and nonverbal communication skills. Play also helps develop children's fine

motor development and helps them develop confidence. Volunteers usually assist with age-appropriate

activities such as helping toddlers and pre-schoolers with arts and crafts, reading, writing, dancing, singing and

playing games.

Capacity development: Support local staff through knowledge and experience sharing on various teaching/Kids

caring methodologies, Teaching English language etc.

Clean-up and maintenance: to maintain focus on children at all times and to help maintain a safe, friendly,

supportive environment. Volunteers must be vigilant to ensure all toys and equipment’s are safe, clean and in

good working order,

Working hours Volunteers are expected to engage in the activities for about 6-8 hours a day. Sometimes is very flexible and it can

be less or more. Volunteers will have 2 hours lunch break between morning and afternoon

Accommodation & Food

Volunteers will be accommodated in the host families located in an eco-village. There are standard houses with

three bedrooms, living room and kitchen. The houses are surrounded by nature and green vegetation. Basic

accommodation facilities will be provided, and you should expect to share room with either host family members or

other volunteers from the same or other projects. Depending on the availability of host families; volunteers shall

expect to stay as well at the Youth accommodation in the community. Three meals will be provided to the

volunteers either at the accommodation or work placement. Vegetarian meals will be available.

Location & Leisure

Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays are free for volunteers to do their personal activities including exploring

what the region offer in terms of cultural and natural attractions. 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.

Near Dar es Salam possibilities could be; wildlife safari trips, Marine excursions (Mingoyo Islands) eco and


cultural tourism activities, Bagamoyo or Kilwa, Dar es Salaam tour (Beach, Museums, and Markets).

Remarks (Other Information) Non-Tanzanian volunteers are required to have business visa in order to join this project. Visa is available

online and can be also obtained at the airport or other border of entry on arrival by presenting UVIKIUTA

invitation letter.

This project is not available in the month of June and December due to the school holidays.

Special Requirements Interest to work with children

Open minded and ready to be challenged

Interested in other cultures and local realities

Patient and committed

Creative and easy to adopt to the situations

Able to work under less supervision and minimum resources

Have English language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili). Optional language

classes will be provided.

Nearest Airport Dar es Salaam International Airport

Meeting Point On arrival in Tanzania, you will be picked up by UVIKIUTA staff/volunteer, or Transport service provider agent.

Provide your travel information at least seven working days before the project start to allow time to manage all

logistics to welcome you to Tanzania. Please be advised that, we can only provide pick services from one the

following points on the day and time requested by volunteer or sending organisation:-

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.


Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.02 Project name: Children with special Needs

Starting date: Any Sunday during the Month Type: DISA-EDU-KIDS

Ending date: Min.2 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Vigoa -TEMEKE



Location description Vigoa community is very small and you might not be able to find it in a google map. However Vigoa is located very

close to Azam sports complex. It is about 35km from Dar es Salaam International airport and the community is very

accessible. A good number of social services are available including mobile phone signals, Police station, shopping

centres, Pubs, Banking facilitates etc. All this makes the community attractive to live for people who are commuting

to Dar es salaam city centre for work every day.

Project description In every country Tanzania included there are unfortunately many children who have been abandoned to their own

luck, Orphans, born in homes with no love, abused, or suffer poverty and sickness. These children need a loving

heart, attention, education and friends who can help them find a better life full of opportunities, be successful and

most important have happiness life. Children with special needs is a project aiming to increase the overall wellbeing

of the children in the community through various approaches. Teams of past volunteers have been here spending

quality one-on-one time with children and teenagers giving them love and attention they need. The end results of

this process is to create a safer place for kids hence building a good future for them. The project is focusing Children

from the age of 6 to 14 years (Primary school children). Most of kids related to this project are enrolled in the local

public school, however due to their disabilities they have been provided special class rooms.

Activities of the project Volunteers are expected to engage with local staff (Teaching and non-teaching) assisting the outlined activities:-

Taking care of the children, playing and teaching them new games.

Provide support to the kids during meals time

Helping children to make speech, exercise using special available equipments, using mirrors, massage etc.











Location & Leisure










invitation letter.


Special Requirements Interest to work with children (With diverse disabilities)

Commitment to treating children with respect

Non-judgemental approach that values different cultures

Strong inter-personal skills

Interest in people and their stories



















Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.03 Project name: Science and Mathematics

Starting date: Any Sunday during the Month Type: EDU-SOCI-TEEN

Ending date: Min. 2 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Msongola- ILALA




Location description Msongola is one of the fast grown suburbs of Dar es Salaam. It is accessible by local and public transportation.

Convenience social facilities like shops, markets heath center and recreational facilities are available. About 25,000

people are living in the community involving themselves in poultry farming and small scale business.

Project description In an educational environment, mathematics and science subjects has been often referred to be a bridge of success

or failure for high school graduation and career. It is a fact that mathematics and Science subjects has become a

pump rather than filter in the pipeline of education system. Inadequate mathematics and science skills and

understanding affects one’s ability to make critically important educational, life, and career decisions.

The results of National examinations still informing poor performance of students in Mathematics and science

subjects. Some of the factors which has been underlined to contribute to this situation includes; lack of interest

among the students, inadequate number of teachers, teaching aide/facilities etc. Mathematics and science project

is an initiative aiming to respond to some of outlined challenges in cooperation with local community schools,

education centers and other education stakeholders hence contribute to better results among the students for

their better future.

Activities of the project Mathematics and Science project volunteers are expected to be teaching assistance and not replacing existing

teachers in the respective institutions. . In doing so she/he is expected to perform the following tasks.

To plan lessons in advance

To create learning scenarios that catches the interest of the students

To stimulate the students desire to learn Mathematics and or Science subjects

To assign homework to ensure that the mathematics and or Science subjects taught that day was

understood

To conduct small groups sessions or one to one sessions when necessary

To back track-track math education for some students in order for them to understand current lessons

To give tests & examinations that meets the standard qualification for the mathematics and or Science

subjects’ curriculum at the school.











Location & Leisure










invitation letter.


Special Requirements Mathematics and Science project volunteers are expected to be teaching assistance and not replacing existing

teachers in the respective institutions. In doing so she/he is expected to perform the following tasks.



To stimulate the students desire to learn Mathematics and or Science subjects

To assign homework to ensure that the mathematics and or Science subjects taught that day was


understood















Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.04 Project name: Media & Communication

Starting date: Any Sunday during the Month Type: CULT-SOCI-ART

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Chamazi-TEMEKE








Project description At UVIKIUTA we give straightforward information, advice and support on short and long term volunteering, cultural

exchange and educational travels to interested people in Tanzania and around the world. Our volunteer program

offers opportunities to work as a volunteer, experience different cultures, meet people from different countries,

learn new or improve skills, take part in peace making and hands-on on various community based development

projects. We educate, inform and support people interested volunteers through our website and publications, our

training and our public awareness campaigns. We’re seeking an enthusiastic and skilled volunteer with an interest in

volunteerism as a tool for sustainable development to support our Communications team in our press, campaigning

and digital activities.

Activities of the project Media and Communication volunteers will be engaged in the following activities:-

Ongoing assignment to research write and layout for press realise, posters, pamphlets, e-newsletter,

website, social media, display content and media articles.

Post regular updates to UVIKIUTA social media outlets, including news, articles, blog post, press realises,

fundraising appeals, any other promotion items

Developing twitter hashtags










Location & Leisure Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays are free for volunteers to do their personal activities including exploring








Remarks (Other Information) Non-Tanzanian volunteers are required to have business visa in order to join this project. Visa is available online and

can be also obtained at the airport or other border of entry on arrival by presenting UVIKIUTA invitation letter.

Special Requirements Interest in the mission of International voluntary service program and desire to support its mission to

increase public support and number of volunteers

Excellent English communication skills (Both written and oral)

Proficient in Microsoft office and solid background in electronic communication tools

Knowledge of social media

Enthusiasm and creativity












Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.05 Project name: Voluntary service Management

Starting date: Any Sunday during the Month Type: CULT-SOCI-ART

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Magole-TEMEKE



Location description The project is located in the outskirts of Dar es Salaam City (about 30km to the South). The community can be

accessible by both public and private transportation. Basic facilities like convenience shops, Local markets, hospital

and recreational/Social facilities are available. Volunteers who loves nature and walking will perfectly enjoy this

location of the project.

Project description Voluntary service is a unique cross cultural experience program that connects people from around the world with

local communities in Tanzania. The program offers a powerful vision built on our belief that volunteers and local

communities have a vital role to play in development and in building a more just and sustainable world community.

The program provides opportunities to experience different cultures, meet people from different countries, learn

new or improve skills, take part in peace making and hands-on on various community development projects. It is an

exceptional option for people to gain experience in service projects and increase understanding in world’s issues.

Voluntary service management project is aiming to increased quality, visibility and accessibility of volunteers from

Tanzania and around the world.

Activities of the project Volunteer will be engaged with the following activities:-

Proactively develop and maintain professional networks and relationships to achieve volunteer recruitment

targets within nominated deadlines

Write accurate project descriptions using approved style and template highlighting key information to

market UVIKIUTA project and programs

Prepare marketing material (PowerPoint presentations, expo displays, posters/fliers) using approved

templates to promote UVIKIUTA projects and recruit volunteers

Conduct regular Volunteer Information Sessions to recruit local volunteers and promote UVIKIUTA


programs

Generate regular updates (at least weekly) for UVIKIUTA social media team, including short stories and

accompanying photographs

Participating in International work camps as co-leader.










Location & Leisure











Special Requirements Qualifications: Ability to competently use MS Office suite to deliver work, especially Word, Excel spread sheets

and mail merge and comfortable working with a variety of databases, Excellent communication skills, including

English writing and grammar skills, and ability to deliver Volunteer Information Sessions to potential new

volunteers, Experience of managing own workload, reacting to changing circumstances, prioritisation and

meeting deadlines and good customer service skills.

Interest: Interacting with people from various backgrounds

Others: Open minded, flexible, ability to work independently with less supervisions.











Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.06 Project name: Women’s Empowerment

Starting date: 20th Jan. 2020 Type: SOCI-CULT-LEAD

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Stone Town- Zanzibar



Location description Stone Town also known as Mji Mkongwe Zanzibar is the old part of Zanzibar city. The town was the capital of the

Sultanate of Zanzibar and at one point the capital of the sultanate of Muscat and Oman. The town's architecture

and cultural composition is a mixture of centuries of various cultures that have inhabited the island such as the


Europeans, Arabs, Persian and Indians. The site was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 2000 and is one of the

major tourist sites in Tanzania.

Project description We are living during a time of women empowerment. Women in Tanzania and around the world are working hard

to overcome barriers that are hindering their development. It is very evident that there is a need for a special focus

on women issues and a need for supporting their work, which addresses their specific problems, as well as sharing

their notions and experiences. The position of the women and the problems they faced often that they are

discriminated and dominated by male counterpart. They face intimidation in participating in politics, social activities,

control of resources, control of child bearing, fertility, access to education, new technologies, among many other

challenges. The bigger impact of women’s challenges affects the entire society since they are the back born of the

family.

In cooperation with Small entrepreneur empowerment Organisation in Zanzibar, UVIKIUTA is working to support

women’s group initiatives mostly those who are involved in entrepreneurship as an alternative employment and

source of source of livelihood to support their families. The women group in Stone town Zanzibar comprise number

of women from outskirts of Zanzibar Municipality working on various activities that contributes to disadvantaged

women and girls to gain economic independence through vocational trainings, micro finance and entrepreneurship.

Activities of the project Women’s empowerment volunteers are expected to engage in activities that support women in many ways,

depending on their skills, interests and the needs of the local community. Activities include:-

Entrepreneurship: Volunteers will support women to obtain skills on small business management, tailoring,

designing and Fashion, Arts and micro finance.

Foreign Languages Class: Teaching Basic English language/ communication skills to help in searching markets

and communicate with foreign customers.

Empowerment through IT: Provide training on how to use various available social media and IT equipments

for their advantage in social and economic empowerment.

Other activities: female health awareness program and personality development





Volunteers will be accommodated at the local host family. Basic accommodation facilities will be provided, in some

cases volunteers should expect to share rooms with their host family members or other volunteers from the same

or other projects. (No mix of different sex in the rooms). Three meals will be provided at the host family/Work

placements. Vegetarian options will be available.

Location & Leisure

Zanzibar Islands offer a good variety of cultural and natural attractions. It might not been not necessary to list them

because every other street or village is unique and attractive. However for the sake of this document we will list few.

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,


If you are arriving earlier or staying longer there are more safari options to the World’s great National Parks,

Cultural and eco-tourism that Tanzania offers.

Volunteer wishing to travel around the country; should plan to do that before or after the project and not

during the project.



Special Requirements Potential volunteer to this project shall have:-

Good spoken and written English

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Some skills/Knowledge on topics of the project activities

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Ability to adjust to difficult living and working conditions

Ability to work independently and in teams

Be interested on women development issues

A man or woman interested on women development issues


Easy to adapt to local transport system: commuting to volunteer placement through crowed local buses

and traffic jam is a common practice.

Nearest Airport Nearest International Airport:- Zanzibar International Airport

Meeting Point Volunteers will be picked up at Kiponda Bed & Breakfast accommodation, located along Kiponda Street in Zanzibar

Stone town on the 20th January 2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if

arriving before the date/time indicated). Visit their website or call the manager for reservation.

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.07 Project name: Pre and Primary Education

Starting date: 20th Jan. 2020 Type: EDU-KIDS-TEEN










Project description In educational environment, mathematics, English and science subject has been often referred to be a bridge of

success or failure for a student’s carrier. It is a fact that mathematics, English and Science subjects has become a


understanding affects one’s ability to make critically important educational, life, and career decisions. The results of

National examinations still informing poor performance of students in Mathematics and science subjects. The

reasons and factors affecting are many including lack of interest among the students, inadequate number of

teachers etc. This project is therefore aiming to contribute to better results among the students, building their

foundation for next level academic performance. This project is focusing kids from the age of 4-14 years old.

Activities of the project Volunteers are expected to be engaged in assisting local teachers in the following tasks:-



To stimulate the students desire to learn Mathematics, English and or Science subjects

To assign homework to ensure that the mathematics, English and or Science subjects taught that day was

understood





Workshops and discussion on “situation of Mathematics and Science subjects in community schools: What

are the challenges and opportunities?” Volunteers are encouraged to bring information from their home


countries/communities for sharing.








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during the project.



invitation letter.

This project is closed in June and December month dues to the school holidays.


Special Requirements Appropriate skills to teach Mathematics, English or and Science subjects to Pre and Primary school (4-14)

years old students)

Interested to work with Children and Teenager

Interested in other cultures

Eager to learn and share


Creative and flexible

Open minded and good team player


Have English Language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili).



Stone town on the 20th January 2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if

arriving before the date/time indicated). Visit their website or call the manager for reservation.

Basic Information Project code: UV.MTV.08 Project name: Early Childhood Education


Starting date: 16th February 2020 Type: KIDS-SOCI-EDU

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Mwika-KILIMANJARO



Location description Mwika is one of the village under the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro in the elevation of about 1,500 meters. The

community is predominantly by the Chagga tribe, with its rich cultural traditions. Due to high location of the village,

its environment is exuberant. The community has approximately 40,000 inhabitants on which most of them are

farmers growing coffee, bananas and other food crops. Mwika is located in one of the world’s most important

natural tourism destinations. The hiking trails to the Kilimanjaro National Park are only 10 minutes away. The

surroundings offer a view of the multicultural culture of Chagga tribe and many important attractions. Social

services that incudes banking, telecommunications, accommodations and restaurants, shopping centers, health

services, public and private transport are available and accessible.

Project description Early Childhood education is a project implemented in cooperation with Local faith based organisation that offer

opportunity to kids from disadvantaged families to access preparatory education before joining primary schools. The

project has been implemented in this area for five years now to ensure that every child receives a good quality

education and gains the skills and knowledge they need to thrive achieve their desired life goals.








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Volunteers will be hosted in communal house in the community. Basic accommodation facilities will be provided.

Expect to share room with or other volunteers. There is no beds, however comfortable mattresses will be laid down.

Water and electricity will be available. Three meals will be provided either at the host family or workplacment.

Vegetarian options will be available.

Location & Leisure

Being in Northern Tanzania known as the capital of cultural, natural and tourist attraction you will have a good

number of options:

Cultural & Eco-tourism around Chagga communities in Kilimanjaro, Maasai in Arusha and the neighbouring

regions.

Hiking – there is a possibility of hiking in Kilimanjaro Mountain’s nature forest.

Wild-life safari – Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and Tarangire National parks.

Mountain Climbing – Mount Kilimanjaro, Meru and others.

Water side relaxation – Lake Chala, waterfalls etc.



invitation letter.











Nearest Airport Kilimanjaro

Meeting Point Volunteers will be picked up at Umoja Lutheran Hostel, located along Liwali Street in Moshi town on the 16th

February 2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before the

date/time indicated.)


Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.09 Project name: Generations Exchange

Starting date: 16th February 2020 Type: FAMI-SOCI-CULT

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Marangu-KILIMANJARO



Location description The word "Marangu" means a place with too many water streams. It is one of the most popular places in Tanzania.

Located at the foot of Africa's tallest mountain, the quaint village of Marangu offers fascinating insight into both

modern Tanzanian life and into the lives of the Chagga people who once withstood vicious Maasai raids through the

ingenious use of tunnels. Many Marangu residents are farmers growing bananas, vegetables and coffee. However,

the biggest source of income is tourism. The Marangu route is the most popular hiking route in Africa. The facts and

reality of Marangu makes this place accessible with all social, economic and security facilities. You will not regret to

be in Marangu, Kilimanjaro.

Project description Differences in opinions, tastes, believe, other social and cultural norms in todays’ society is obvious. There are many

factors but generational could be one of them. Due to technology and globalization the gaps has been even wider

leading to serious issues like discrimination, loosing social values and traditional education (Indigenous knowledge)

and connection to the nature among many others. This project is aiming to explore, understand, challenge and act

on the cross-generational issues leading to enhancing peace, solidarity and sustainable development. The project

will involve people of different generations (Younger and older) in order to exchange experience and pass on

knowledge.

Activities of the project Volunteers will be engaged in on the outlined activities below:-

Walking and exploration of indigenous communities living on the slopes of the Mount Kilimanjaro.

(Introduction to issues around globalization, environment and tourism and its impact on local economy and

cultures)

Home stay/visits and cultural experience (Be a friends, grandchild, child, sister or brother) in a local family,

Working with elders, orphans and vulnerable children (storytelling, excursions, sports and community


gatherings events, hygiene and cleaning, provide support on their daily activities) to make them feeling

valued, included and supported.

Kiswahili Language Classes, arts and Crafts;

Study Part: Educational tours to various destinations related to the project theme, Workshops, debates and other

social events involving various generations of the community will be organized. Topics for discussion will include

rites of passage, modern & traditional religion and its impact on social and economic aspects of the community.

Volunteers are encouraged to study the topic in advance in their own local context and bring information for

sharing.








Location & Leisure


number of options:


regions.








invitation letter.

Special Requirements Potential volunteers are expected to be outgoing, flexible, interest on other culture, willing to share, exchange

stories and independent.


Meeting Point Volunteers will be picked up at Umoja Lutheran Hostel, located along Liwali Street in Moshi town on the 16th

February 2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before the

date/time indicated.)

Basic Information Project code: UV.MTV.10 Project name: English Language Teaching


Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: KIDS-EDU-SOCI

Ending date: Min. 2 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Chamazi-TEMEKE







Project description English language importance has been now recognized worldwide. The language is being taught as a second

language and as an official language for more than 80 Counties worldwide. It is considered the most important

language when it comes to studies, searching for jobs, business, traveling, etc. Each country including Tanzania has

its own National language spoken and understood by people in different regional blocks. Some languages are

spoken by millions of people, the others by just a few thousand people. In recognition of this reality, UVIKIUTA

Youth center has developed English Language program with the aim of providing learning opportunity to

economically disadvantaged members of the community to access free Basic English language courses to enable

them to access various business, education and employment opportunities.

Activities of the project Volunteers will join the Community English classes at Youth center where various sessions will be running for

maximum 2 hours each. The main tasks will be delivering lessons to community classes with a focus on practical use

of English. Other tasks will be testing and grading students and find creative means to encourage learners to

practice their reading, writing and speaking English language through group settings and one- to one exercise.



Accommodation & Food Volunteers will be accommodated in the host families located in an eco-village. There are standard houses with







Location & Leisure










Special Requirements Potential candidate for this project should consider the minimum conditions outlined below:-

i) Have English Language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili). Optional language


ii) Interested to work with young people and adults

iii) Interested in other cultures

iv) Eager to learn and share

v) Patient and committed

vi) Creative and flexible

vii) Open minded and good team player

viii) Able to work under less supervision and minimum resources.






following points:-





Any accommodation facility within Dar es Salaam city centre.

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.11 Project name: Young women’s’ empowerment

Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: SOCI-CULT-EDU

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Vigoa-TEMEKE















family.

























Location & Leisure























following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.12 Project name: Youth Leadership & Sports

Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: TEEN- SPORT-CULT


Ending date: Min. 1 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Vigoa-TEMEKE








Project description Youth leadership and sports is an initiative by UVIKIUTA Youth center to offer opportunity to the young people in

the community to exercising authority over themselves or others. It is the project targeting youth development in

which young people gain skills and knowledge necessary to lead civic engagement, education reform and

community organizing activities. The project is expecting to use youth friendly delivery methods that includes

various sports, music, arts, workshops etc.

Activities of the project Youth leadership volunteers will be engaged in the following outlined activities:-

i) Organising and coordinating sports activities for the young people in the community

ii) Participate in cross cultural activities aiming to increase youth leadership skills

iii) Working with local youth volunteers in coordinating weekly Youth talks where various social, cultural

and economic topics are presented by young people from the community

iv) Co- organise and coordinate various youth passion projects like arts, music performance, exbhition,

workshops etc. with the aim of enhancing youth leadership skills in the community

v) Participating in various Youth community action activities including volunteering, awareness raising on

various issues etc.











Location & Leisure










Special Requirements Potential volunteer for this project is expected to have the following listed qualities:-

i) Have a skills and knowledge on sports and Youth issues

ii) Have English language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili). Optional language classes

will be provided.

iii) Interest to work with teenagers and Youth

iv) Open minded and ready to be challenged

v) Interested in other cultures and local realities

vi) Patient and committed, Creative and easy to adopt to the situations

vii) Able to work under less supervision and minimum resources






following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.13 Project name: Cultural Exposure

Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: CULT-ART-SOCI

Ending date: Min. 1 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Magole-TEMEKE


Number of Volunteers: 4 (At once) Age: 16 – 99 Participation Fee: For only one month: €350, For


Location description Magole is a semi-urban community located in the outskirts of Dar es Salaam City (about 30km to the South). With a

population of approximately 5,000 inhabitants the community is situated in a beautiful area surrounded by nature.

UVIKIUTA eco village activities are implemented in this area. Magole is accessible by both public and private

transport where most necessary social service facilities like health center, telecommunications, banking, shopping

places can be reached easily.

Project description It is believed that the world’s population recently passed more than 7 billion people, an incredible number to

measure. In Tanzania, Africa as well around the world many people still barely meet anyone outside of a small circle

of family, friends and community while even more never venture beyond the culture in which they were raised.

Cultural exposure project is aiming to serve as an important means of introducing people around the world to

realities they might not normally be exposed to.

Many barriers have begun to fall between people around the world, with near-instantaneous communication

allowing people on opposite sides of the world to meaningfully interact. Cultural exposure project encourage people

from all walks of life to appreciate and understand distinct cultures and play a key role in creating productive

dialogue across the world.

Activities of the project The major aspect of this project will be focusing on community life styles. Volunteers and Community members will

have an opportunity to experience and exchange both work and leisure behavior patents in various activities,

attitudes, interest, opinions and values. This provide an opportunity to reflect on each involved person’s self-image

or self-concept, the way they see themselves and believe and believe they are seen by other others. This is expected

to be a composite of motivation, needs and wants influenced by factors such as culture, family, reference groups

and social classes. In realization of the above objective; Volunteers will join series of activities that will include:-

i) Community economic Life ( I do what they do)

Volunteers will participate in the daily of the community members. This will include working in a small

businesses, farming, hand craft, Arts, taking care of animals and other daily economic activities of the


community members.

ii) Social-Cultural life

Volunteers will participate in various social aspects of community life including traditional medicine and health

care (Learning and experience), Rituals: Visiting ritual sites, learning and understanding, Ceremonies:

Participating in wedding, initiation and other traditional and religious ceremonies available during that time.

iii) Language exchange

This will include; Intensive Kiswahili Language (1-2 Hours every day), Optional foreign Language teaching Class (1

hour per day preferably English or French).

iv) Knowledge exchange

Knowledge exchange will include Intergenerational exchange: age groups knowledge and experience sharing

events, Images of my (Self, Culture, Country etc.) Vs Others, Community Exhibitions: Sharing various arts, music

food etc.










Location & Leisure











Special Requirements Potential volunteer for this project need to have sufficient language proficiency to understand instruction given in

English. Be flexible, open minded and eager to learn, independent, commitment to treating others with respect,

Non-judgmental approach that values different cultures, Interest in people, cultures and their stories and ability to

work under less supervision.





following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.14 Project name: Nature Conservation

Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: ENVI-AGRI-EDU










Project description Nature conservation is a project focusing to the human actions directed towards maintaining the integrity and

balance of the ecosystems and biodiversity. The end results is on preventing or correcting the damages the

ecosystems suffer due to human activities. It is a fact that, human actions may only be enabled after a general

awareness is raised about the ecological impact of human activities. It then translates into both individual and

collective actions in many human activity fields that have an impact on nature, such as: Agriculture; Forests

exploitation; Farming; Hunting and fishing; Water and waste management etc. In each of these fields, conservation

programs strive to limit the negative impacts on nature or to correct them. The concept of nature conservation is

built on a reasoned management of resources whereas the preservation concept works towards the protection of

sensitive natural ecosystems against any human damage.

Activities of the project i) Conservation activities: Assist in collecting indigenous tree seeds, Tree planting in various places. We will assist

as well in establishment on tree nursery for the next tree planting seasons. The tree nursery will include as well

medicinal plant.

ii) Recording and documenting: Volunteers will be involved in identifying various tree species, animals and birds

and keep recording and monitoring and conservation.

iii) Organic garden: Volunteer will contribute to the initiative of the eco village by establishing and maintain

demonstration organic food garden.

iv) Environment Information & Education: Assist in Organisation of actions that will allow community members to

explore environmental issues, engage in problem solving, and take action to improve the environment. This will

develop a deeper understanding of environmental issues and have the skills to make informed and responsible


decisions.










Location & Leisure










Special Requirements Potential volunteer should be the one who loves nature, interest to do manual/outdoor work, independent and

ability to work under less supervision, ready to learn and adopt to new cultures and living conditions.






following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.15 Project name: Women’s Empowerment

Starting date: 6th July 2020 Type: SOCI-CULT-LEAD

















family.























Location & Leisure




etc.






during the project.












A man or woman interested on women development issues

Easy to adapt to local transport system: commuting to volunteer placement through crowed local buses

and traffic jam is a common practice.



Stone town on the 6th July 2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving

before the date/time indicated). Visit their website or call the manager for reservation.

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.16 Project name: Pre and Primary Education

Starting date: 6th July 2020 Type: EDU-KIDS-TEEN










Project description In educational environment, mathematics, English and science subject has been often referred to be a bridge of

success or failure for a student’s carrier. It is a fact that mathematics, English and Science subjects has become a


understanding affects one’s ability to make critically important educational, life, and career decisions. The results of

National examinations still informing poor performance of students in Mathematics and science subjects. The

reasons and factors affecting are many including lack of interest among the students, inadequate number of

teachers etc. This project is therefore aiming to contribute to better results among the students, building their

foundation for next level academic performance. This project is focusing kids from the age of 4-14 years old.

Activities of the project Volunteers are expected to be engaged in assisting local teachers in the following tasks:-



To stimulate the students desire to learn Mathematics, English and or Science subjects

To assign homework to ensure that the mathematics, English and or Science subjects taught that day was

understood





Workshops and discussion on “situation of Mathematics and Science subjects in community schools: What

are the challenges and opportunities?” Volunteers are encouraged to bring information from their home


countries/communities for sharing.








Location & Leisure




etc.






during the project.



invitation letter.



Special Requirements Appropriate skills to teach Mathematics, English or and Science subjects to Pre and Primary school (4-14)

years old students)

Interested to work with Children and Teenager

Interested in other cultures

Eager to learn and share


Creative and flexible

Open minded and good team player


Have English Language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili).



Stone town on the 6th July at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before

the date/time indicated). Visit their website or call the manager for reservation.

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.17 Project name: Early Childhood Education

Starting date: 19th July 2020 Type: KIDS-SOCI-EDU


Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Mwika-KILIMANJARO



Location description Mwika is one of the village under the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro in the elevation of about 1,500 meters. The

community is predominantly by the Chagga tribe, with its rich cultural traditions. Due to high location of the village,

its environment is exuberant. The community has approximately 40,000 inhabitants on which most of them are

farmers growing coffee, bananas and other food crops. Mwika is located in one of the world’s most important

natural tourism destinations. The hiking trails to the Kilimanjaro National Park are only 10 minutes away. The

surroundings offer a view of the multicultural culture of Chagga tribe and many important attractions. Social

services that incudes banking, telecommunications, accommodations and restaurants, shopping centers, health

services, public and private transport are available and accessible.

Project description Early Childhood education is a project implemented in cooperation with Local faith based organisation that offer

opportunity to kids from disadvantaged families to access preparatory education before joining primary schools. The

project has been implemented in this area for five years now to ensure that every child receives a good quality

education and gains the skills and knowledge they need to thrive achieve their desired life goals.








playing games.






good working order,








Location & Leisure


number of options:


regions.







invitation letter.












Meeting Point Volunteers will be picked up at Umoja Lutheran Hostel, located along Liwali Street in Moshi town on the 19th July

2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before the date/time

indicated.)

Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.18 Project name: Generations Exchange

Starting date: 19th July 2020 Type: FAMI-SOCI-CULT

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Marangu-KILIMANJARO



Location description The word "Marangu" means a place with too many water streams. It is one of the most popular places in Tanzania.

Located at the foot of Africa's tallest mountain, the quaint village of Marangu offers fascinating insight into both

modern Tanzanian life and into the lives of the Chagga people who once withstood vicious Maasai raids through the

ingenious use of tunnels. Many Marangu residents are farmers growing bananas, vegetables and coffee. However,

the biggest source of income is tourism. The Marangu route is the most popular hiking route in Africa. The facts and


reality of Marangu makes this place accessible with all social, economic and security facilities. You will not regret to

be in Marangu, Kilimanjaro.

Project description Differences in opinions, tastes, believe, other social and cultural norms in todays’ society is obvious. There are many

factors but generational could be one of them. Due to technology and globalization the gaps has been even wider

leading to serious issues like discrimination, loosing social values and traditional education (Indigenous knowledge)

and connection to the nature among many others. This project is aiming to explore, understand, challenge and act

on the cross-generational issues leading to enhancing peace, solidarity and sustainable development. The project

will involve people of different generations (Younger and older) in order to exchange experience and pass on

knowledge.

Activities of the project Volunteers will be engaged in on the outlined activities below:-

Walking and exploration of indigenous communities living on the slopes of the Mount Kilimanjaro.

(Introduction to issues around globalization, environment and tourism and its impact on local economy and

cultures)

Home stay/visits and cultural experience (Be a friends, grandchild, child, sister or brother) in a local family,

Working with elders, orphans and vulnerable children (storytelling, excursions, sports and community

gatherings events, hygiene and cleaning, provide support on their daily activities) to make them feeling

valued, included and supported.

Kiswahili Language Classes, arts and Crafts;

Study Part: Educational tours to various destinations related to the project theme, Workshops, debates and other

social events involving various generations of the community will be organized. Topics for discussion will include

rites of passage, modern & traditional religion and its impact on social and economic aspects of the community.

Volunteers are encouraged to study the topic in advance in their own local context and bring information for

sharing.









Location & Leisure


number of options:


regions.







invitation letter.

Special Requirements Potential volunteers are expected to be outgoing, flexible, interest on other culture, willing to share, exchange

stories and independent.


Meeting Point Volunteers will be picked up at Umoja Lutheran Hostel, located along Liwali Street in Moshi town on the 19th July

2020 at 16:00 hrs. (You may wish to reserve your accommodation in this place if arriving before the date/time

indicated.)


Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.19 Project name: English Language Teaching

Starting date: 31st August 2020 Type: KIDS-EDU-SOCI

Ending date: Min. 2 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Chamazi-TEMEKE







Project description English language importance has been now recognized worldwide. The language is being taught as a second

language and as an official language for more than 80 Counties worldwide. It is considered the most important

language when it comes to studies, searching for jobs, business, traveling, etc. Each country including Tanzania has

its own National language spoken and understood by people in different regional blocks. Some languages are

spoken by millions of people, the others by just a few thousand people. In recognition of this reality, UVIKIUTA

Youth center has developed English Language program with the aim of providing learning opportunity to

economically disadvantaged members of the community to access free Basic English language courses to enable

them to access various business, education and employment opportunities.

Activities of the project Volunteers will join the Community English classes at Youth center where various sessions will be running for

maximum 2 hours each. The main tasks will be delivering lessons to community classes with a focus on practical use

of English. Other tasks will be testing and grading students and find creative means to encourage learners to

practice their reading, writing and speaking English language through group settings and one- to one exercise.











Location & Leisure










Special Requirements Potential candidate for this project should consider the minimum conditions outlined below:-

ix) Have English Language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili). Optional language


x) Interested to work with young people and adults

xi) Interested in other cultures

xii) Eager to learn and share

xiii) Patient and committed

xiv) Creative and flexible


xv) Open minded and good team player

xvi) Able to work under less supervision and minimum resources.





following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.20 Project name: Young women’s’ empowerment

Starting date: 31st August 2020 Type: SOCI-CULT-EDU

Ending date: Min. 1 Month- Max. 3 Months Location: Vigoa-TEMEKE















family.

























Location & Leisure























following points:-






Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.21 Project name: Youth Leadership & Sports

Starting date: 31st August 2020 Type: TEEN- SPORT-CULT

Ending date: Min. 1 Months- Max. 3 Months Location: Vigoa-TEMEKE








Project description Youth leadership and sports is an initiative by UVIKIUTA Youth center to offer opportunity to the young people in

the community to exercising authority over themselves or others. It is the project targeting youth development in

which young people gain skills and knowledge necessary to lead civic engagement, education reform and


community organizing activities. The project is expecting to use youth friendly delivery methods that includes

various sports, music, arts, workshops etc.

Activities of the project Youth leadership volunteers will be engaged in the following outlined activities:-

vi) Organising and coordinating sports activities for the young people in the community

vii) Participate in cross cultural activities aiming to increase youth leadership skills

viii) Working with local youth volunteers in coordinating weekly Youth talks where various social, cultural

and economic topics are presented by young people from the community

ix) Co- organise and coordinate various youth passion projects like arts, music performance, exbhition,

workshops etc. with the aim of enhancing youth leadership skills in the community

x) Participating in various Youth community action activities including volunteering, awareness raising on

various issues etc.










Location & Leisure











Special Requirements Potential volunteer for this project is expected to have the following listed qualities:-

viii) Have a skills and knowledge on sports and Youth issues

ix) Have English language skills and an interest to learn the local Language (Kiswahili). Optional language classes

will be provided.

x) Interest to work with teenagers and Youth

xi) Open minded and ready to be challenged

xii) Interested in other cultures and local realities

xiii) Patient and committed, Creative and easy to adopt to the situations

xiv) Able to work under less supervision and minimum resources





following points:-







Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.22 Project name: Cultural Exposure

Starting date: 31st August 2020 Type: CULT-ART-SOCI









Project description It is believed that the world’s population recently passed more than 7 billion people, an incredible number to

measure. In Tanzania, Africa as well around the world many people still barely meet anyone outside of a small circle

of family, friends and community while even more never venture beyond the culture in which they were raised.

Cultural exposure project is aiming to serve as an important means of introducing people around the world to

realities they might not normally be exposed to.

Many barriers have begun to fall between people around the world, with near-instantaneous communication

allowing people on opposite sides of the world to meaningfully interact. Cultural exposure project encourage people

from all walks of life to appreciate and understand distinct cultures and play a key role in creating productive

dialogue across the world.


Activities of the project The major aspect of this project will be focusing on community life styles. Volunteers and Community members will

have an opportunity to experience and exchange both work and leisure behavior patents in various activities,

attitudes, interest, opinions and values. This provide an opportunity to reflect on each involved person’s self-image

or self-concept, the way they see themselves and believe and believe they are seen by other others. This is expected

to be a composite of motivation, needs and wants influenced by factors such as culture, family, reference groups

and social classes. In realization of the above objective; Volunteers will join series of activities that will include:-

v) Community economic Life ( I do what they do)

Volunteers will participate in the daily of the community members. This will include working in a small

businesses, farming, hand craft, Arts, taking care of animals and other daily economic activities of the

community members.

vi) Social-Cultural life

Volunteers will participate in various social aspects of community life including traditional medicine and health

care (Learning and experience), Rituals: Visiting ritual sites, learning and understanding, Ceremonies:

Participating in wedding, initiation and other traditional and religious ceremonies available during that time.

vii) Language exchange

This will include; Intensive Kiswahili Language (1-2 Hours every day), Optional foreign Language teaching Class (1

hour per day preferably English or French).

viii) Knowledge exchange

Knowledge exchange will include Intergenerational exchange: age groups knowledge and experience sharing

events, Images of my (Self, Culture, Country etc.) Vs Others, Community Exhibitions: Sharing various arts, music

food etc.











Location & Leisure










Special Requirements Potential volunteer for this project need to have sufficient language proficiency to understand instruction given in

English. Be flexible, open minded and eager to learn, independent, commitment to treating others with respect,

Non-judgmental approach that values different cultures, Interest in people, cultures and their stories and ability to

work under less supervision.





following points:-







Basic Information

Project code: UV.MTV.23 Project name: Nature Conservation

Starting date: 6th April 2020 Type: ENVI-AGRI-EDU









Project description Nature conservation is a project focusing to the human actions directed towards maintaining the integrity and

balance of the ecosystems and biodiversity. The end results is on preventing or correcting the damages the

ecosystems suffer due to human activities. It is a fact that, human actions may only be enabled after a general

awareness is raised about the ecological impact of human activities. It then translates into both individual and

collective actions in many human activity fields that have an impact on nature, such as: Agriculture; Forests

exploitation; Farming; Hunting and fishing; Water and waste management etc. In each of these fields, conservation

programs strive to limit the negative impacts on nature or to correct them. The concept of nature conservation is

built on a reasoned management of resources whereas the preservation concept works towards the protection of

sensitive natural ecosystems against any human damage.


Activities of the project v) Conservation activities: Assist in collecting indigenous tree seeds, Tree planting in various places. We will assist

as well in establishment on tree nursery for the next tree planting seasons. The tree nursery will include as well

medicinal plant.

vi) Recording and documenting: Volunteers will be involved in identifying various tree species, animals and birds

and keep recording and monitoring and conservation.

vii) Organic garden: Volunteer will contribute to the initiative of the eco village by establishing and maintain

demonstration organic food garden.

viii) Environment Information & Education: Assist in Organisation of actions that will allow community members

to explore environmental issues, engage in problem solving, and take action to improve the environment. This

will develop a deeper understanding of environmental issues and have the skills to make informed and

responsible decisions.










Location & Leisure











Special Requirements Potential volunteer should be the one who loves nature, interest to do manual/outdoor work, independent and

ability to work under less supervision, ready to learn and adopt to new cultures and living conditions.





following points:-






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