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🌱🤝 Volunteer with Young Mothers Self Help Group in Rural Kenya 🇰🇪

The experience

Join the Young Mothers Self Help Group as a Worldpacker and be part of a vibrant community in rural Kenya. 🌍 You’ll support local farmers with permaculture projects and training, assist with community outreach and education, and contribute to environmental initiatives like tree planting and waste management. An immersive experience focused on sustainable agriculture, women’s empowerment and community development.

What you offer

24 hours of help per week

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.

Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.

Additional fee required

Amount: € 35 Per week

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: The $20 daily contribution from volunteers helps cover costs like materials, tools, and accommodation, making it possible for the project to keep running smoothly . Think of it as a way to support the project while also getting an immersive experience and making a real difference . Here's the breakdown: - Materials and resources: seeds, art supplies, etc. - Accommodation: safe and comfortable living

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Spanish

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We're a community initiative focused on empowering young mothers in Mombasa. We're looking for volunteers to help with permaculture activities, teaching modern farming methods, promoting health and nutrition, and supporting girls' education. Our goal is to improve living conditions and opportunities for women and girls in the coastal environment. Volunteers will work hands-on with local women, sharing skills and learning from each other.

As a World Packer, you'll:
- Support permaculture projects and training
- Assist community outreach and education
- Contribute to environmental initiatives
- Promote health awareness activities
- Immerse yourself in local culture

Activities & Shift

Activities include permaculture farming, community outreach, environmental projects, and health awareness initiatives. You'll be getting hands-on experience and making a real impact.

Here are the 5 main responsibilities/activities of our volunteers:

1. Support permaculture projects and training: Help us implement sustainable farming practices and educate locals on eco-friendly techniques.
2. Assist community outreach and education: Work with local women and youth on empowerment initiatives, health awareness, and education programs.
3. Contribute to environmental initiatives: Join us in tree planting, waste management, and conservation efforts to protect Mombasa's natural beauty.
4. Promote health awareness activities: Help us spread knowledge on healthy living, hygiene, and disease prevention in local communities.
5. Immerse yourself in local culture: Share your skills, learn from locals, and help build connections between communities and cultures.

Rules

1. Respect local culture and traditions
2. Participate with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
3. Follow safety guidelines and protocols
4. Protect the environment and resources
5. Maintain confidentiality and respect community members' privacy