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Music & Arts volunteer

The experience

Bring creativity, energy, and joy to our community by sharing your skills in music, arts, dance, or drama. Help inspire local youth, lead engaging sessions, and encourage cultural exchange while making a real impact.

What you offer

14 hours of help per week

Music: Perform to entertain guests, children or local communities.

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.

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 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.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.

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.

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Fluent English or Intermediate English

Between 18 and 55 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Our Music & Arts program invites you to share your creativity and passion with children and youth in our community. In this role, you’ll help inspire young people by leading music, dance, arts, or drama sessions that encourage self-expression, teamwork, and cultural exchange.

Whether you play an instrument, enjoy crafting, sing, dance, or simply love working with kids, your talents will help create a fun, supportive environment where everyone feels included. You’ll also have the chance to collaborate with local artists, discover traditional Malawian music and art forms, and grow as part of a friendly team.

Activities & Shift


Activities

Preparing and setting up materials for sessions

Supporting local youth during practice and performances

Collaborating with community members and team to plan future workshops or cultural events

Sample Shift Times:

Morning Shift: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Afternoon Shift: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Rules

Always treat children and community members with kindness and respect.

Prioritize the safety and well-being of everyone during activities.

Be punctual and committed to your scheduled shifts.

Maintain a positive and encouraging attitude to create a welcoming environment.

Prepare materials and spaces carefully, and clean up after sessions.

Respect local customs, traditions, and cultural practices.