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Empower Vulnerable Children via Kwagalakwe Scholars Program

The experience

Volunteers in the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program help vulnerable kids in Gomba stay in school by tackling hidden costs. Tasks include distributing supplies (bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads, hygiene items), mentoring children with homework and life skills, organizing donation drives, tracking impact, and joining outreaches to identify at-risk families. Days involve team planning, hands-on support (20-25 hrs/week)

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

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

Additional fee required

Amount: € 10 One time

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers

Description: We request for €10 per day for meals & accommodation (approx. UGX 40,000–42,000). Volunteers may optionally support the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program: €150 fully covers one child’s annual school fees, uniforms, stationery, hygiene items (incl. sanitary pads), and essentials—removing barriers that cause exclusion and boosting confidence, retention, and futures.

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.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

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

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

The Kwagalakwe Scholars Program, run by Gomba Kwagalakwe Public Health Support Foundation, is a faith-inspired effort to keep vulnerable children in rural Gomba District, Central Uganda, in school by removing hidden costs that lead to exclusion and dropouts. Despite Uganda’s Universal Primary Education policy, many families cannot afford essentials like school bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads for girls, hygiene items, textbooks, exercise books, examination materials, sanitation supplies, and minor school contributions. Without these, children are sent home, miss lessons, or face shame—harming confidence, mental health, and long-term progress.
The program provides holistic support: distributing supplies, offering mentorship and life skills guidance, running hygiene workshops (especially menstrual health), organizing donation drives, and monitoring retention and outcomes. Rooted in “For God and Health Promotion” and the spirit of “Kwagalakwe” (mutual love for the vulnerable), it empowers kids from the poorest homes to stay in class, build self-esteem, and become future leaders.
Donations are warmly welcomed but always optional. A contribution of €150 fully covers one child’s school fees, uniforms, stationery, hygiene items (including sanitary pads), and all essential requirements for an entire academic year—directly preventing exclusion and investing in their future. Your support helps more scholars thrive; it’s fully transparent with updates, photos, and stories shared. Thank you for considering joining us in this meaningful work!

Activities & Shift

A typical volunteer day in the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:00–5:00 PM (about 20–25 hours per week total), with flexibility based on school schedules, community needs, and weather. The schedule is structured yet adaptable to rural life in Gomba District. Evenings and weekends are generally free for rest, cultural exploration, or personal time.
Sample Daily Checklist (Monday–Friday during school terms):

7:30–8:00 AM – Breakfast at the volunteer house (local Ugandan meal provided).
8:00–8:30 AM – Morning team meeting: Quick prayer/reflection (faith-based), review daily goals, plan tasks with local staff.
8:30–11:00 AM – Core hands-on work: Distribute school supplies (bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads, hygiene items) to scholars at schools or community points; prepare kits for distribution.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Mentoring & tutoring: Work one-on-one or in small groups with children—help with homework, teach life skills, offer encouragement, build confidence.
1:00–2:00 PM – Lunch break (nutritious local meal at the volunteer house or clinic area).
2:00–4:00 PM – Afternoon activities: Organize or support donation drives/community awareness events; run hygiene workshops (e.g., menstrual health education for girls); join mobile outreaches to visit homes or schools to identify needs; assist with simple program tracking (photos, notes on attendance/impact).
4:00–5:00 PM – Wrap-up: Debrief with team, clean up, document stories or progress for updates, prepare for next day if needed.
After 5:00 PM – Free time: Rest, interact with community, explore Gomba, or join optional cultural activities (e.g., local music, market visits).