Volunteer Abroad in Kampala Uganda: Volunteering Opportunities www.abroaderview.org

Nov. 10, 2008 - PRLog -- Volunteer Abroad in Kampala Uganda: Volunteering Opportunities www.abroaderview.org

Volunteering Abroad in Kampala Uganda: Kampala is the capital city of Uganda and lies just a few miles off the shores of Lake Victoria. This is a pleasant, bustling city with a population of about 1 million people.  Since Uganda’s tourism infrastructure is still growing, Kampala still maintains a friendly approachable atmosphere especially to foreign visitors.  Unlike many capital cities in Africa, Kampala is considered quite safe and clean. Kampala has a few interesting sights, mainly the National Museum, Lake Victoria and Kabaka's Palace. There is a good selection of open markets for African trinkets and traditional souvenirs.  Kampala also serves as a major travel hub for the region with many travelers coming overland from Kenya and Tanzania.

http://www.abroaderview.org/kampala.php

We offer programs supporting orphanage assistance, teaching English and IT/Computer programs, and construction projects in Kampala.  With our volunteer program we allow you to discover the wonders of East Africa, while doing meaningful and rewarding community work. This is a great opportunity to explore life in rural Africa, live and work amongst the locals and realize one person can make a difference.

http://www.abroaderview.org/kampala.php

We offer the following programs in Kampala:

Program Length: 1 to 24 weeks
Program Date: Flexible Start & End Date
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 hour per day
Accommodations:  Home stay or Shared volunteer house
Meals: Yes, 3 meals a day
Requirements: 18 years or older, an open mind to new adventures.

Child Care Assistance

Volunteer are needed to help at a local children’s home just outside the capital city. These children have lost parents to Aids, some have been abandoned, and they know abuse, hunger and fear. The orphanage strives to provide a better future for some of the most vulnerable children in Uganda. As a volunteer, you will primarily assist with the daily care of the kids; including bathing, feeding and clothing. You can play games, arrange activities, create arts & crafts projects and share your time and caring with these wonderful children.  Prior experience not necessary, volunteers should have a lot of patience, an open mind and a sense of compassion.

http://www.abroaderview.org/kampala.php

Teaching/Education Program

Volunteers needed for kindergarten and primary school levels (ages 5yrs-13yrs) to teach English and other subjects.  Also needed are volunteers with IT/Computer knowledge or training.  Most schools serve hundreds of local children from the surrounding communities. The objective of this program is to contribute to the academic development of the school in order to provide the best opportunity for the orphans to receive quality education. Volunteers support the local teachers; encourage students to learn and play and instill pride in their schooling.  School terms vary from year to year but are approximately as follows: February 1 to April 30, and May 20 to August 30, September 15 to November 15.  Volunteers can assist with the physical upkeep of the school; painting, decorating, mending desks etc. Most important volunteers should try to develop activities/programs that can be sustained in the future. Prior teaching experience is not required; volunteer simply need an open mind, caring spirit and a compassionate nature.

Construction/Building Project

Volunteers are needed for the on-going construction and building projects at the orphanage.  Volunteers needed for manual labor jobs working along side skilled and unskilled local workers.  Some tasks include building a children’s playground, footbridge, painting, renovation work at the school and farming programs. Volunteers do not need prior experience, but skilled workers are very welcome.  This is a very hand on, hands dirty sort of program. Enthusiasm, a good sense of humor and helping spirit are required.

Health Care Program

Volunteers with medical experience are needed to work in a community health clinic in Kampala. Most clinics are very busy, understaffed; with limited medical supplies and equipment. There is a wide variety of cases but disease such as malaria, HIV/Aids, tuberculosis and syphilis, as well as childbirth/maternity needs are most common. Placements also available in a special needs facility for physically and mentally disabled children and youth.

Medical volunteers; doctors, nurses, EMT, physical therapist participate in direct patient care such as diagnosing, injections, IV starts and lab work.  Nursing and medical students are welcome and assist with tasks like dressing wounds, record and immunization chart keeping, helping dispense medications, helping to screen and organize patients and assisting with administrative needs or seminars. *Medical volunteers must submit a copy of their credentials or nursing certificate.

HIV/Aids Prevention Program

Volunteers work with a local organization that is providing HIV/AIDS prevention education and support to communities around Kampala.

This project focuses on providing culturally sensitive methods of awareness and education with the goal of preventing transmission of the disease and seeks to offer assistance and encouragement to those infected with the virus. Some of the activities for volunteers include: Promoting safer sex through education, assisting with home-based care for victims with HIV/Aids, providing free blood testing for the disease, woman empowerment projects for surviving widows of the community, and most especially rural outreach programs to those in need with food distribution, assistance with activities of daily living and providing words of encouragement. Experience in this field is not required. Volunteers with a strong interest in making a difference are welcome. *Volunteer transportation (not included in program fee) varies between $100-$150 a week for this project. Volunteers will be visiting rural villages and expected to contribute to the taxi/gas each day.

Computer & IT Skills Training:

Volunteers needed to teach basic computer knowledge to children, youth and adults at a local community center in Kampala.

The goal of this program is to provide computer & ICT skills and Job skill training in order to promote practical education geared towards producing competent, skilled, and self-reliant citizens. (Example: Volunteers have worked with the orphanage staff in creating webpages for sponsorship of their orphans).

Levels of computer teaching needed: explaining the basic equipment usage, use of software, maintenance, web development etc. Volunteer with computer experience are welcome to share their knowledge, project time can be split working at the nearby orphanage.

Program Includes:

Accommodation with a local host family or shared volunteer house. Meals included daily. Airport transfers on arrival and departure. Our local Project Coordinator will provide orientation tour on arrival, project briefing, an introduction to work placement and local host family. * Guest house accommodations may be available at additional cost, please inquire.


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