Screen Kids for Malnutrition in Rural Outreaches – Gomba, Uganda

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La experiencia

Join Gomba Kwagalakwe in rural Gomba, Uganda! Help screen children for malnutrition during our twice-weekly mobile outreaches using simple MUAC tapes, assist with nutrition education for caregivers, and support early interventions to fight child wasting. Hands-on public health impact in a warm, faith-inspired community. Private room, 3 delicious meals/day, flexible 4–5 hr days.

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Que ofreces?

24 horas de ayuda por semana

Cuidado de Niños: Ayudar a cuidar a los niños, jugar y pasar tiempo con ellos.

Trabajo Social: Ayuda como voluntario en proyectos locales y comunidades.

Cuota extra requerida

Valor: € 10 Por dia

Cuantía destinada a: Beneficios para los voluntarios

Descripción: We request for 10 pounds per day to cover accommodation and 3 meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) per day.

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Lo que obtienes

3 dias libres por semana

Habitación privada: Tendrás una cama en un cuarto privado. Sí, un cuarto solo para ti.

Desayuno: Tienes derecho a desayunos gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Almuerzo: Tienes derecho a almuerzos gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Cena: Tienes derecho a cenas gratis cada día de tu estadía.

Descuentos en fiestas: Obtén descuentos en fiestas y clubes cercanos.

Descuentos en restaurantes: Obtén descuentos en restaurantes cercanos.

Descuentos en bares: Obtén descuentos en pubs cercanos.

Descuentos en tragos: Obtén descuentos en comidas y bebidas de nuestro bar.

Descuentos en tours: Obtén descuentos en tours y excursiones de la ciudad.

Descuentos en alojamiento: Obtén descuentos para quedarte en otros hostales.

Tours gratis: Te llevamos a tours y paseos por la ciudad, GRATIS.

Traslado: Te buscaremos cuando llegues y te llevamos a nuestro lugar.

Clases de idiomas: Toma clases de idiomas gratis en nuestro espacio.

Certificado: Obtén un certificado de culminación una vez que hayas terminado tu experiencia.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidad básica para trabajar remotamente

Espacio de Trabajo Dedicado: Espacio específico para trabajar remotamente

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Requisitos

Más de 18 años

Admite voluntarios solos, parejas y dúos de voluntarios

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Lo que no está incluído

Vuelos, Seguro de Viaje, Transporte Interno y Visa

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Programa detallado

This program combats child malnutrition through door-to-door home visits in rural Gomba, Uganda. We conduct twice-weekly outreaches (usually Tuesdays & Fridays, flexible) to visit families in remote villages.

Outreach Days (5–7 hours): Travel together with the Ebenezer Clinic team and other volunteers. At each household, use MUAC tapes to screen children 6–59 months for malnutrition, check signs, and provide one-on-one nutrition counseling to caregivers on local foods, hygiene, and feeding. Distribute packs if available and refer severe cases to the clinic.
Other Days (4–5 hours): Follow-ups, school nutrition checks (e.g., Adolf Mukasa Nursery and other schools affiliated with our organization), or documentation—always working as a team.
Team Collaboration: You'll join our dedicated Ebenezer Clinic team (local health workers) and fellow volunteers for every outreach and activity. We share tasks, ideas, and laughs—creating a supportive, family-like group where everyone learns from each other.
Training: Hands-on guidance in MUAC and family counseling—no experience needed.
Expectations: Enthusiasm, respect, modest dress, flexibility.
This team-based, home-visit approach builds trust and delivers real impact while immersing you in warm Ugandan community life. Join our Ebenezer Clinic volunteers to help children thrive! 🌍🙏

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Actividades & Turnos

Our program runs on a flexible, team-based schedule with twice-weekly outreach shifts focused on child malnutrition screening via door-to-door home visits. All activities are collaborative—you’ll work alongside the Ebenezer Clinic team (local health workers) and other volunteers for support, learning, and fun.

Outreach Shifts (2 days/week – usually Tuesdays & Fridays)

Duration: 5–7 hours (morning to early afternoon)
Activities:
-Travel together by car to remote villages.
-Visit families door-to-door (guided by community leaders or pre-identified households).
-Screen children 6–59 months using MUAC tapes to detect acute malnutrition.
-Check for basic clinical signs (e.g., oedema, visible wasting).
-Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling to caregivers on affordable local foods, breastfeeding, hygiene, and child feeding practices.
-Distribute nutrition packs/supplements when available.
-Refer severe cases to Ebenezer Clinic or nearby facilities and plan follow-ups.

Team vibe: Shared tasks, group discussions, and encouragement—everyone contributes and learns together.

Non-Outreach Shifts (3–4 days/week – lighter & flexible)

Duration: 4–5 hours (mornings or afternoons)
Activities:
-Follow-up home visits for referred families or children needing monitoring.
-Nutrition screening and education at partner schools (e.g., Adolf Mukasa Nursery and Primary School).
-Support community gardens to promote sustainable food sources for better nutrition.
-Prepare simple education materials or document outreach impact (basic notes/photos with consent).
-Creative help: take photos/videos for social media or awareness campaigns.

Daily Rhythm & Flexibility

Total volunteer time: ~4–6 hours/day, Evenings/off days: Rest/Touring attractive places.