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Sister Stitches: Knitting & Spinning with Local Women

The experience

Nestled in the shadow of Mount Kenya, the Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers is a vibrant community initiative, driven by the skilled hands and unwavering spirit of local women. 1 We invite passionate volunteers to join us in preserving and promoting the rich traditions of hand-spinning and weaving, while fostering sustainable livelihoods and cultural exchange.

What you offer

6 hours of help per week

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

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 30 Per day

Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities and Donation to project

Description: Some Fee will be chanelled to project as donations through our organization, it will cater for transport to and from the accommodation facility andit will cater for bills like electricity, internet, water and some basic food items.

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.

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 Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

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

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 40 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Kenya

European Union Passport

United States visa or citizenship

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details


The Nanyuki Spinners and Weavers volunteer program offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich textile traditions of rural Kenya, while directly contributing to women's empowerment and sustainable livelihoods. Situated in the picturesque town of Nanyuki, at the foot of Mount Kenya, this program connects volunteers with a thriving community of women artisans who are passionate about preserving and promoting their cultural heritage.

Program Goals:

Cultural Preservation: To support the continuation of traditional spinning and weaving techniques.
Women's Empowerment: To contribute to the economic independence and social well-being of local women.
Skill Exchange: To facilitate a reciprocal exchange of knowledge and skills between volunteers and artisans.
Sustainable Livelihoods: To assist in the development of sustainable income-generating opportunities.
Community Engagement: To foster meaningful interactions and cultural exchange between volunteers and the local community.
Volunteer Activities:

Hands-on Learning:
Participate in daily workshops, learning traditional hand-spinning techniques using spindles and spinning wheels.
Explore natural dyeing processes, utilizing locally sourced plants and minerals.
Learn various weaving techniques on traditional looms, creating a range of textiles.
Skill Sharing:
Share your own textile-related skills or knowledge, such as knitting, crochet, or design.
Assist with the development of new product designs or techniques.
Production Assistance:
Help with the preparation of raw materials, such as cleaning, carding, and dyeing wool.
Assist with the production of finished goods, including weaving, finishing, and packaging.
Help with the maintenance of the work space and equipment.

Activities & Shift

Flexible