Agricultural Sustainability & Permaculture Volunteer
Das Erlebnis
We manage a 10-acre community farm supporting our school and vulnerable families, but recurring drought and limited water access threaten productivity. We are seeking innovative permaculture or agricultural help to help design sustainable water solutions, improve soil health, and increase resilience to climate change using low-cost, locally available methods.
Was Sie anbieten
25 Stunden Hilfe pro Woche
Bauen & Reparieren:
Hilf bei verschiedenen Reparatur- oder Bauarbeiten.
Landwirtschaft:
Pflanze Feldfrüchte, säe Samen und hilf bei Außenarbeiten.
Zusätzliche Gebühr erforderlich
Betrag:
US$ 35
Pro Woche
Gebühr bezahlt für:
Materialien für Freiwilligenaktivitäten
Beschreibung:
We love having volunteers but in the past we have found it difficult to sustain paying for all their ameneties so we now kindly ask you to contribute 35 dollars per week in exchange for accomodation, electricity, water and three wholesome meals a day and a really rich experience where you will leave with a lot of experience and knowledge.
Was Sie bekommen
2 freie Tage pro Woche
Privatzimmer:
Du bekommst ein Bett in einem privaten Zimmer. Mit anderen Worten, ein Zimmer nur für dich.
Frühstück:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Frühstück an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Mittagessen:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Mittagessen an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Abendessen:
Du hast Anspruch auf ein kostenloses Abendessen an jedem Tag deines Aufenthalts.
Grundlegender Internetzugang:
Internet mit Grundgeschwindigkeit, damit du remote arbeiten kannst
Anforderungen
Mittelstufe Englisch
Empfängt Einzelreisende, Paare und Partner von Freiwilligen
Was nicht inbegriffen ist
Flüge, Reiseversicherung, interne Transportmittel und Visum
Programmdetails
This program focuses on strengthening food security and climate resilience through sustainable agriculture and permaculture practices. Our 10-acre community farm supports the school and orphaned children. Due to climate change, irregular rainfall, and limited access to water, the farm faces increasing challenges that threaten productivity and long-term sustainability.
We are seeking motivated volunteers with experience or strong interest in permaculture, sustainable agriculture, water management, and environmental conservation to help us design and implement innovative, low-cost solutions. The program emphasizes practical, hands-on work using locally available materials, knowledge exchange with the community, and approaches that can be maintained long after the volunteer period ends.
Aktivitäten & Schichten
Activities may include:
Assessing current farm layout, soil conditions, and water access
Designing and implementing water-harvesting or irrigation solutions
Improving soil fertility through composting, mulching, and crop rotation
Supporting mixed farming systems (banana, maize, coffee)
Training staff and students in sustainable farming practices
Monitoring crop performance and documenting methods used
Working schedule:
Volunteers typically work 5 days per week
4–6 hours per day, usually in the morning to avoid peak heat
Shifts are flexible and adapted to weather conditions and project needs
Afternoons are generally free for rest, planning, cultural exchange, or personal time
Regeln
Rules and Guidelines
Volunteers are expected to act with respect, cultural sensitivity, and humility at all times
Flexibility is essential; plans may change due to weather, resources, or community needs
Safety guidelines must be followed during all farm activities
Alcohol or drug abuse is not tolerated within the community or accommodation
Volunteers should communicate openly about challenges, ideas, or concerns
This is a rural environment with limited resources; patience and adaptability are required
We expect commitment to sustainability principles and responsible use of resources