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Join a LifeChanging Research Experience explore Gender Health.

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The experience

Join a Life Changing Research Experience in Malawi: Explore Gender, Health & Social Justice with Local Communities .
Over the years, we’ve proudly welcomed passionate international students including fellows from prestigious programs like the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship (USA) to collaborate with us on impactful community-based research in Malawi.

What you offer

17 hours of help per week

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Animal Care: Help look after and take care of animals.

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

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 17 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities

Description: volunteers or interns are encouraged to contribute 17$ per day which goes towards accommodation, three meals per day as well as security.

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.

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.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Free Tours: We’ll take you on tours and rides around town. For free!

Free Hiking Tours: We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!

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

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.

Yoga classes: Take free yoga classes at our place.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.

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

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

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

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Intermediate English

Between 18 and 80 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Past students have explored deep and challenging topics, such as:
• Gender-based violence and the lived experiences of women and girls in rural areas
• The complex realities of HIV & AIDS and why these issues persist, even with available health centers and awareness campaigns

These are not just statistics here. Behind every research question lies a human story. Our work takes place in real communities where people are eager to share, collaborate, and find solutions together. You’ll work side by side with local youth, health workers, women’s groups, and educators to better understand these challenges and help shape positive change.

We invite international volunteers, students, and researchers who are:
• Deeply curious about gender, health, human rights, or climate change
• Open to listening, learning, and immersing themselves in a new culture
• Ready to contribute to something bigger than themselves

Activities & Shift

Whether you’re conducting formal research or simply want to volunteer and learn, your presence here matters. You’ll leave with more than data you’ll leave with stories, relationships, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be part of a global community.

Come to Malawi not just to study come to connect, to grow, and to make a difference.

Rules

Be respectful of local culture, traditions, and community norms.
• Show kindness and humility when working with local people, especially during interviews or field visits.
• Treat all team members, fellow volunteers, and locals with equality and respect, regardless of gender, religion, or background.
Volunteers are expected to contribute 4–5 hours per day, 5 days a week (unless otherwise agreed).
• Be punctual, dependable, and communicate in advance if you’re sick or unable to attend.
• Active participation in group discussions, research planning, and community outreach is encouraged.
Respect confidentiality when collecting stories or interviews. Always ask for consent before taking photos or recording.
• Be honest and transparent in your research intentions this builds trust.
• Share your findings or reflections with the team or local partners, if possible, before you leave. We believe in knowledge exchange.

❤️ Our Promise
We’re here to support you throughout your journey. This is more than just a volunteer opportunity it’s a cultural exchange, a learning experience, and a chance to make lasting friendships.

If we work together with openness and respect, we can create something truly meaningful.