Homestead & Cultural Exchange Join us at Mama Pamela’s Homestead


A experiência

Join us at Mama Pamela’s Homestead for a hands-on, cultural, and family-centered experience! Volunteers will help with gardening, cooking, caring for children, and daily homestead tasks while learning about Kenyan traditions, sustainable living, and community life.

You’ll become part of our family, sharing meals, stories, and cultural activities, while contributing meaningfully to our home and community. No prior experience is required .


Como você ajuda

18 horas por semana

Ajudante de Cozinha: Ajude a preparar, finalizar e servir refeições.

Artes: Ajude pintando, esculpindo ou desenhando.

Trabalho social: Ajude comunidades locais.

Ensinar Idiomas: Ensine um idioma ao anfitrião, convidados ou comunidades locais.

Taxa extra necessária

Valor: US$ 15 Por dia

Valor destinado a: Benefícios para os voluntários, Materiais para as atividades dos voluntários e Doação para o projeto

Descrição: This fees help in the community hand and some we use it to help you during your stay with us too.


O que você ganha

2 dias livres por semana

Quarto compartilhado: Você terá uma cama em um quarto compartilhado, ou seja, irá dividir o quarto com outras pessoas.

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.

Lavanderia gratuita: Você pode usar nossa lavanderia gratuitamente.

Bicicletas à vontade: Use nossas bikes à vontade, quando quiser.

Aulas de dança: Participe gratuitamente das aulas de dança no nosso espaço.

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

Curso de Permacultura: Participe gratuitamente do nosso curso de permacultura.

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 de Alta Velocidade: Internet de alta velocidade para você trabalhar remotamente

Espaço de Trabalho Dedicado: Espaço específico para você trabalhar remotamente


Requisitos

Inglês Fluente ou Swahili Fluente

Recebe voluntários sozinhos, casais e duplas de voluntários


O que não está incluso

Passagens, seguro viagem, transporte e visto


Detalhes

At Mama Pamela’s Homestead, volunteers participate in a hands-on cultural and family-centered program designed to offer both meaningful work and immersive learning.

Daily Tasks May Include:

Gardening & Permaculture: Planting, weeding, harvesting, composting, and learning sustainable gardening techniques.

Cooking & Meal Prep: Helping prepare traditional Kenyan meals and learning local recipes.

Childcare & Community Support: Assisting with children in the home and participating in family activities.

Household & Homestead Tasks: Cleaning, organizing, and helping with small DIY or eco-projects.


Learning Opportunities:

Gain practical skills in sustainable living and permaculture.

Experience authentic Kenyan family and community life.

Learn about cultural traditions, local cuisine, and daily routines.


Program Structure:

Volunteers typically work 4–6 hours per day, with flexible schedules.

Free time is available to explore the local area, connect with the community, or relax in the homestead’s peaceful surroundings.

Volunteers are encouraged to share skills, stories, and cultural experiences with the family.


No prior experience is required — just bring curiosity, a positive attitude, and willingness to help. By the end of the program, volunteers will leave with new skills, lifelong memories, and meaningful connections.


Atividades & Turnos

Activities & Shifts

Typical Daily Activities:

Gardening & Permaculture: Planting, weeding, harvesting, composting, and other eco-friendly projects.

Cooking & Meal Prep: Assisting with meals and learning traditional Kenyan recipes.

Childcare & Community Support: Helping with children, guiding them in daily routines, and engaging in educational or recreational activities.

Household & Homestead Tasks: Cleaning, organizing, and small maintenance or DIY projects.

Cultural Exchange: Sharing stories, participating in family traditions, and learning about Kenyan culture.


Shifts / Working Hours:

4–6 hours per day, typically in the morning and/or afternoon.

Flexible schedules to allow volunteers to rest, explore, or participate in community activities.

Volunteers usually have one day off per week, which can be used to relax, explore the local area, or enjoy personal time.


Volunteer Requirements:

Bring curiosity, patience, and a willingness to help.

No prior experience is required — we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Physical activity is moderate; gardening and household tasks are suitable for all ages and fitness levels.