โจ Empower Women & Communities in Uganda ๐๐ช
The experience
Be part of a project that empowers women and young mothers in our community while immersing yourself in the traditional life of the Bakonzo people ๐๏ธ. Youโll help design educational tools, support skills training, and raise awareness about womenโs rights and advocacy. Perfect for volunteers passionate about gender equality, social justice, and community development. ๐
What you offer
3 hours of help per day
Teaching Languages:
Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
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.
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.
Tent:
You will sleep in a tent at a camping site.
Discounts on Restaurants:
Get discounts at nearby restaurants.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Hiking Tours:
Weโll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Free Events:
Get free entrance for the best events in town.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Activities & Shift
As a volunteer, youโll support our womenโs empowerment and community programs through activities such as:
๐ Designing tools and resources on gender mainstreaming, advocacy, and community law.
๐ฉโ๐ง Supporting workshops for young mothers and women, focused on crafts, eco-tourism, and gardening skills.
๐ข Helping raise awareness of human rights in the community.
๐ก Bringing your own ideas to strengthen community-led initiatives.
Activities & Shifts
โฐ 3 hours per day, 5 days per week.
๐ฟ Flexible shifts depending on your skills and project needs.
Rules
๐ Please bring modest clothing to wear in the village.
๐ Respect local culture and traditions.
๐ซ No drugs. ๐พ Pets are welcome!