Homestead & Cultural Exchange Join us at Mama Pamela’s Homestead

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L'expérience

Join us at Mama Pamela’s Homestead for a hands-on, cultural, and family-centered experience! Volunteers will help with gardening, cooking, caring for children, and daily homestead tasks while learning about Kenyan traditions, sustainable living, and community life.

You’ll become part of our family, sharing meals, stories, and cultural activities, while contributing meaningfully to our home and community. No prior experience is required .

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Ce que vous offrez

18 heures d'aide par semaine

Aide en cuisine: Aider à préparer, finaliser et servir les repas.

Arts: Aider à la peinture, au graffiti, à la sculpture ou au dessin.

Travail social: Aider au travail bénévole dans des projets locaux et des communautés.

Enseignement des langues: Enseigner une langue à l'hôte, aux invités ou aux communautés locales.

Frais supplémentaires requis

Montant: US$ 15 Par jour

Les frais couvrent: Avantages pour les voyageurs, Matériel pour les activités de volontariat, et Don au projet

Description: This fees help in the community hand and some we use it to help you during your stay with us too.

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Ce que vous recevez

2 jours de congé par semaine

Dortoir partagé: Vous aurez un lit dans une chambre partagée, ce qui signifie que vous partagerez la même chambre avec d'autres voyageurs.

Petit-déjeuner: Vous avez droit à un petit-déjeuner gratuit, tous les jours de votre séjour.

Déjeuner: Vous avez droit à un déjeuner gratuit, tous les jours de votre séjour.

Dîner: Vous avez droit à un dîner gratuit, tous les jours de votre séjour.

Laverie Gratuite: Vous pouvez utiliser notre buanderie librement.

Vélos à votre disposition: Vous pouvez utiliser nos vélos quand vous le souhaitez.

Cours de danse: Suivez des cours de danse gratuits chez nous.

Cours de langue: Suivez des cours de langue gratuits chez nous.

Cours de permaculture: Participez gratuitement à notre cours de permaculture.

Utilisez notre cuisine équipée: N'hésitez pas à utiliser notre cuisine et préparer vos propres délicieux repas.

Certificat: Obtenez un certificat d'achèvement après avoir terminé votre expérience.

Accès Internet Rapide: Internet haut débit pour travailler à distance

Espace de Travail Dédié: Espace spécifique pour travailler à distance

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Exigences

Courant Anglais ou Courant Swahili

Accueille les volontaires solo, les couples et les partenaires de volontaires

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Ce qui n'est pas inclus

Vols, assurance voyage, transport interne et visa

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Détails du programme

At Mama Pamela’s Homestead, volunteers participate in a hands-on cultural and family-centered program designed to offer both meaningful work and immersive learning.

Daily Tasks May Include:

Gardening & Permaculture: Planting, weeding, harvesting, composting, and learning sustainable gardening techniques.

Cooking & Meal Prep: Helping prepare traditional Kenyan meals and learning local recipes.

Childcare & Community Support: Assisting with children in the home and participating in family activities.

Household & Homestead Tasks: Cleaning, organizing, and helping with small DIY or eco-projects.


Learning Opportunities:

Gain practical skills in sustainable living and permaculture.

Experience authentic Kenyan family and community life.

Learn about cultural traditions, local cuisine, and daily routines.


Program Structure:

Volunteers typically work 4–6 hours per day, with flexible schedules.

Free time is available to explore the local area, connect with the community, or relax in the homestead’s peaceful surroundings.

Volunteers are encouraged to share skills, stories, and cultural experiences with the family.


No prior experience is required — just bring curiosity, a positive attitude, and willingness to help. By the end of the program, volunteers will leave with new skills, lifelong memories, and meaningful connections.

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Activités et horaires

Activities & Shifts

Typical Daily Activities:

Gardening & Permaculture: Planting, weeding, harvesting, composting, and other eco-friendly projects.

Cooking & Meal Prep: Assisting with meals and learning traditional Kenyan recipes.

Childcare & Community Support: Helping with children, guiding them in daily routines, and engaging in educational or recreational activities.

Household & Homestead Tasks: Cleaning, organizing, and small maintenance or DIY projects.

Cultural Exchange: Sharing stories, participating in family traditions, and learning about Kenyan culture.


Shifts / Working Hours:

4–6 hours per day, typically in the morning and/or afternoon.

Flexible schedules to allow volunteers to rest, explore, or participate in community activities.

Volunteers usually have one day off per week, which can be used to relax, explore the local area, or enjoy personal time.


Volunteer Requirements:

Bring curiosity, patience, and a willingness to help.

No prior experience is required — we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Physical activity is moderate; gardening and household tasks are suitable for all ages and fitness levels.