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Empowering children,teaching languages and dances

The experience

Join a meaningful experience in Masaka that connects education, culture, and community! Volunteers support local schools by assisting teachers, helping students learn, and encouraging creativity through engaging activities. Beyond the classroom, you’ll take part in community initiatives that promote growth, empowerment, and mutual learning. This is a chance to make a real difference while discovering the warmth and hospitality of Ugandan culture.

What you offer

4 hours of help per day

Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens

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

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

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.

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 Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language 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.

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

Requirements

Intermediate English

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

Travel insurance

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

Our volunteer program focuses on education and community development. Volunteers will mainly support school work by teaching, tutoring, and helping students with their studies. In addition, they will engage in community-based projects that promote learning, growth, and empowerment. The program is designed to create a positive impact by sharing knowledge, supporting children and youth in school, and strengthening the community through service.

Activities & Shift

Assist teachers during lessons and help students with their studies.

Tutor children and youth in English, math, and other basic subjects.

Support after-school activities, homework help, and creative learning sessions.

Participate in community outreach, workshops, and awareness programs.

Shifts are around 4 hours per day, 5 days a week — leaving plenty of time to explore, rest, and enjoy cultural exchange during evenings and weekends.

Rules

Respect local culture, the school environment, and community guidelines.

Be punctual, responsible, and committed to your tasks.

Show kindness, patience, and a positive attitude when engaging with children.

No drugs, alcohol, or inappropriate behavior during program hours.

Stay open-minded, flexible, and eager to learn and share experiences.