Empower Vulnerable Children via Kwagalakwe Scholars Program

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A experiência

Volunteers in the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program help vulnerable kids in Gomba stay in school by tackling hidden costs. Tasks include distributing supplies (bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads, hygiene items), mentoring children with homework and life skills, organizing donation drives, tracking impact, and joining outreaches to identify at-risk families. Days involve team planning, hands-on support (20-25 hrs/week)

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Como você ajuda

20 horas por semana

Cuidado de Crianças: Ajude a cuidar, brincar e passar tempo com as crianças.

Trabalho social: Ajude comunidades locais.

Taxa extra necessária

Valor: € 10 Uma única vez

Valor destinado a: Benefícios para os voluntários

Descrição: We request for €10 per day for meals & accommodation (approx. UGX 40,000–42,000). Volunteers may optionally support the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program: €150 fully covers one child’s annual school fees, uniforms, stationery, hygiene items (incl. sanitary pads), and essentials—removing barriers that cause exclusion and boosting confidence, retention, and futures.

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O que você ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto privado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto privado, ou seja, um quarto só para você

Café da manhã: Você ganha café da manhã gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Almoço: Você ganha almoço gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Jantar: Você ganha jantar gratuito todos os dias que ficar aqui.

Descontos em festas: Ganhe descontos em festas e baladas nas redondezas.

Descontos em restaurantes: Ganhe descontos em restaurantes nas redondezas.

Descontos em pubs: Ganhe descontos em pubs nas redondezas.

Descontos em drinks: Ganhe descontos em drinks ou bebidas do nosso bar.

Descontos em tours: Ganhe descontos em tours ou passeios pela cidade.

Descontos em hospedagem: Ganhe descontos para hospedar-se em outros hostels.

Passeios de graça: Te levamos para fazer tours e passeios pela cidade. De graça!

Carona na chegada: Te buscamos na sua chegada a cidade e damos uma carona até aqui.

Aulas de idiomas: Participe gratuitamente das aulas de idioma no nosso espaço.

Use nossa cozinha equipada: Fique à vontade para usar nossa cozinha para cozinhar sua própria comida.

Certificado: Ganhe um certificado de conclusão quando for embora.

Internet Básica: Internet de velocidade básica para você trabalhar remotamente

Espaço de Trabalho Dedicado: Espaço específico para você trabalhar remotamente

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Requisitos

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários

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O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto

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Detalhes

The Kwagalakwe Scholars Program, run by Gomba Kwagalakwe Public Health Support Foundation, is a faith-inspired effort to keep vulnerable children in rural Gomba District, Central Uganda, in school by removing hidden costs that lead to exclusion and dropouts. Despite Uganda’s Universal Primary Education policy, many families cannot afford essentials like school bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads for girls, hygiene items, textbooks, exercise books, examination materials, sanitation supplies, and minor school contributions. Without these, children are sent home, miss lessons, or face shame—harming confidence, mental health, and long-term progress.
The program provides holistic support: distributing supplies, offering mentorship and life skills guidance, running hygiene workshops (especially menstrual health), organizing donation drives, and monitoring retention and outcomes. Rooted in “For God and Health Promotion” and the spirit of “Kwagalakwe” (mutual love for the vulnerable), it empowers kids from the poorest homes to stay in class, build self-esteem, and become future leaders.
Donations are warmly welcomed but always optional. A contribution of €150 fully covers one child’s school fees, uniforms, stationery, hygiene items (including sanitary pads), and all essential requirements for an entire academic year—directly preventing exclusion and investing in their future. Your support helps more scholars thrive; it’s fully transparent with updates, photos, and stories shared. Thank you for considering joining us in this meaningful work!

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Atividades & Turnos

A typical volunteer day in the Kwagalakwe Scholars Program runs from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:00–5:00 PM (about 20–25 hours per week total), with flexibility based on school schedules, community needs, and weather. The schedule is structured yet adaptable to rural life in Gomba District. Evenings and weekends are generally free for rest, cultural exploration, or personal time.
Sample Daily Checklist (Monday–Friday during school terms):

7:30–8:00 AM – Breakfast at the volunteer house (local Ugandan meal provided).
8:00–8:30 AM – Morning team meeting: Quick prayer/reflection (faith-based), review daily goals, plan tasks with local staff.
8:30–11:00 AM – Core hands-on work: Distribute school supplies (bags, stationery, uniforms, sanitary pads, hygiene items) to scholars at schools or community points; prepare kits for distribution.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM – Mentoring & tutoring: Work one-on-one or in small groups with children—help with homework, teach life skills, offer encouragement, build confidence.
1:00–2:00 PM – Lunch break (nutritious local meal at the volunteer house or clinic area).
2:00–4:00 PM – Afternoon activities: Organize or support donation drives/community awareness events; run hygiene workshops (e.g., menstrual health education for girls); join mobile outreaches to visit homes or schools to identify needs; assist with simple program tracking (photos, notes on attendance/impact).
4:00–5:00 PM – Wrap-up: Debrief with team, clean up, document stories or progress for updates, prepare for next day if needed.
After 5:00 PM – Free time: Rest, interact with community, explore Gomba, or join optional cultural activities (e.g., local music, market visits).