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Volunteer in Kisumu - Kid star ECD Nyalenda Slums

The experience

Join Us in Making a Difference at Our Early Childhood School in Nyalenda, Kisumu

Welcome to Kid Star school, located in the heart of Nyalenda, one of Kisumu's informal slum areas. We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and educational environment for over 150 children who call this community home.
Our mission is to empower these young minds with the tools and knowledge they need to create a brighter future for themselves and the community,

What you offer

5 hours of help per day

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

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

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

Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 250 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers

Description: Volunteers can pay USD 250 per week to cover meals, accommodation and transport to site and back.

What you get

3 days off per week

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

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

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 Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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.

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

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

Requirements

Intermediate English

Between 18 and 70 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

How Volunteers Make an Impact

By joining us, you will play a crucial role in fostering a more sustainable and equitable world. Your efforts will directly contribute to the education and well-being of children who face numerous challenges daily. Through your support, we aim to break the cycle of poverty and provide opportunities for growth and development.
Types of Tasks for Volunteers.

Activities & Shift

Types of Tasks for Volunteers

We have a variety of roles available to match your skills and interests, including:

Teaching: Volunteer teachers will help in classrooms, assisting with lesson planning, conducting classes, and providing one-on-one support to students who need extra help. Your involvement will be vital in sparking a love for learning and helping children achieve their academic goals.

Handyman Services: We need handy individuals to assist with maintenance and improvements around the school. This can include repairing furniture, painting classrooms, fixing playground equipment, and ensuring that the school environment is safe and conducive to learning.

General Support: If you have other skills or simply a desire to help, there are always ways you can contribute. This might include organizing activities, assisting with administration.

Rules

Common sense shall prevail at all times.