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πŸ˜„ Support Vulnerable Children in Kabulengwa Village! 🌍

The experience

We are a non-governmental organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and school dropouts in the slum areas of Kabulengwa. 🧑

We work to create a safe, nurturing environment for at-risk youth, addressing urgent needs like poverty, neglect, and lack of access to education. πŸ“š

Join us and be part of a meaningful mission to bring hope, care, and opportunities to those who need it most.

What you offer

20 hours of help per week

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

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

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

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

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

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

Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.

Pub Crawls: Be a part of our pub crawls at local bars!

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.

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

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

Requirements

Fluent English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Be from outside Uganda

European Union Passport

United States visa or citizenship

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We believe everyone has the power to make a difference. 🌍
By joining our volunteer program, you’ll help uplift vulnerable children and school dropouts in the slum areas of Kabulengwa.

Volunteers are the heart of our organization β€” your dedication directly impacts lives in need. πŸ’›

We offer a variety of roles to match different skills, interests, and availability:

πŸ“š Education Support: Tutor and mentor children struggling in school, helping them improve in math, literacy, science, and study habits.
Impact: Keep children motivated, catch up on learning, and build a brighter future.

🏑 Children’s Home Assistance: Help with daily routines, meal preparation, recreational activities, and emotional support, creating a nurturing environment for growth.

🀝 Community Outreach: Assist in raising awareness, connecting with local families, and organizing events to empower the community and promote PCAN’s mission.

Activities & Shift

Fundraising is vital to supporting vulnerable children and building sustainable change. 🌱

Our fundraising activities include:

Connecting Children to Direct Sponsors:

Cover school fees, uniforms, books, and educational materials.

Support healthcare, nutrition, and psychological care.

Create meaningful, lasting bonds between sponsors and children.

Monthly Feeding Program:

Help organize and deliver meals to ensure children receive proper nutrition regularly. πŸ›

Shift Information:
Volunteer shifts are flexible and tailored to current needs. Activities include education support, daily care, outreach, and fundraising initiatives. Volunteers typically work around 4–5 hours a day.

Rules

To ensure a safe, respectful, and positive environment for everyone, volunteers are expected to:

🀝 Maintain professionalism at all times with children, staff, and community members.

πŸ’› Behave respectfully and uphold PCAN’s values of integrity, compassion, and commitment.

🧑 Treat every child with dignity, recognizing their rights and needs.