Volunteer With Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry

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The experience

Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry (BSHM)

Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry is a community-based organization committed to restoring hope among orphans, vulnerable children, youth, and women. We invite compassionate and committed individuals to volunteer with us and make a lasting impact.

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What you offer

18 hours of help per week

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.

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

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

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What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

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 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 Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.

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

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 75 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry is a community-based, faith-driven organization established in 2020 to restore hope and dignity among orphans, vulnerable children, youth, and women in Uganda.

Our programs are designed to address spiritual, educational, social, and economic needs by providing care, empowerment, and practical life skills that enable individuals and families to become self-reliant and productive members of society.

Program Focus Areas

1. Orphans and Vulnerable Children Support
We provide care, protection, feeding, education support, counseling, and spiritual guidance to orphans and vulnerable children to ensure their holistic growth and well-being.

2. Education Support & Skills Development
We support access to education through school assistance, learning support, and mentorship programs. We also provide vocational and life-skills training to prepare youth for sustainable livelihoods.

3. Youth Empowerment Programs
Our youth programs focus on leadership development, moral guidance, entrepreneurship skills, and community engagement to help young people discover purpose and build a hopeful future.

4. Women Empowerment Initiatives
We empower women through skills training, income-generating activities, mentorship, and group support to enhance self-reliance and family stability.

5. Community Outreach & Spiritual Support
We engage communities through outreach programs, counseling, and faith-based activities that promote unity, compassion, and positive values.

Volunteer & Community Engagement

BSHM works closely with volunteers, local leaders, churches, and partners to implement programs that respond to real community needs and create lasting impact.

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Activities & Shift

Activities
Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry (BSHM)

Buwenge Shared Hope Ministry carries out the following activities to support orphans, vulnerable children, youth, women, and the wider community:

Orphans & Vulnerable Children Activities

Identification and registration of vulnerable children

Provision of food and basic necessities

Education support and school follow-up

Counseling and emotional support

Child protection and guidance

Spiritual mentorship and moral teaching

Education & Skills Development Activities

Homework support and remedial lessons

Life-skills training for children and youth

Vocational skills training (tailoring, carpentry, agriculture, etc.)

Mentorship and career guidance

Reading and literacy programs

Youth Empowerment Activities

Youth leadership training

Entrepreneurship and small business training

Youth mentorship and discipleship programs

Sports, music, and talent development

Community service and outreach

Women Empowerment Activities

Skills training for income generation

Formation of women support groups

Financial literacy and savings training

Counseling and family life guidance

Women mentorship and empowerment workshops

Community Outreach Activities

Community sensitization meetings

Home visits and follow-up support

Faith-based outreach and prayer meetings

Health and hygiene awareness

Environmental cleanliness and community service

Volunteer & Partnership Activities

Volunteer orientation and training

Community mobilization and engagement

Program monitoring and reporting

Collaboration with churches and local leaders

Spiritual Support Activities

Bible teaching and discipleship

Prayer and counseling sessions

Values and character formation

Peacebuilding and reconciliation