Volunteering Medical and Educational programs in UGANDA
Activities vary across the different centres with typical tasks including
- Bathing,
- feeding,
- changing diapers for babies,
- educational activities
- a basic teaching of English, Maths, Health/Hygiene, Reading and Writing.
Other activities include playing therapy and games, cleaning, reading stories, dancing, singing, arts and crafts, as well as assisting with feeding and daily chores.
Do I need to have qualifications?
As you will be volunteering alongside our local placement staff, you do not need to have previous childcare experience to participate in this project but high energy levels and a willingness to help out wherever your help is most needed. This is inevitably a must.
What type of host are you?
- Private/Individual/family
What are you looking for help with?
- Administration
- Babysitting
- Charity Work/Fundraising
- Cleaning
- Teaching/Language Exchange
- General Help
- Health/Medical/Assistance
What’s the mission of your community?
To uplift and empower needy and vulnerable people in society by improving their quality of life through healthcare, psychosocial interventions, childcare, education, capacity building, livelihood and skills development, empowerment, linkages and networking to other sustainable programs.
How many volunteers could you host?
Up to 20 volunteers
When would you need volunteers?
Only on Specific Weeks/Months – please ask us via e-mail or phone.
How many hours of help per day?
6 hours of help per day
How many days of help per week?
6 days per week – 1 day off
Are accommodation and food included?
Yes, we offer food and accommodation – see the Fees Transparency section
What type of accommodation can you provide?
- Dormitory/shared rooms
- Private room for a couple
Diet – nutrition information
Volunteers are provided with three meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner), prepared by an on-site local cook. If you wish to snack or eat outside of mealtimes, this will be at your own cost and there are local shops within the villages where you can purchase snacks. Breakfast generally includes tea, eggs, bread and fruit. For lunch and dinner, there is a revolving menu of local dishes, which include typical Ugandan stews (beef, chicken, pork, goat, fish and vegetable), beans, rice, chapatti, groundnuts and vegetables. Starchy foods such as white bread, white rice, pasta, potatoes, sweet potatoes, matoke (boiled green bananas), and cassava are dietary staples. The tropical climate of Uganda also contributes to a healthy choice of seasonal fruits, including bananas, watermelon, papayas, mangos, jackfruit, and pineapples. Bottled drinking water is readily available in Uganda and volunteers should budget approximately $5 per week for this.
If you have any special dietary requirements, please let us know well in advance of your program so our local team can make arrangements for you. We do, however, need to stress the point that you should not expect to eat as you normally do at home. We will do our best to see that you are well taken care of, but also as a volunteer, there is a need to be flexible.
Fees transparency –ย Volunteer Program costs
- 1 Week = ยฃ200
- 2 Weeks = ยฃ300
- 3 Weeks = ยฃ400
- 4 Weeks = ยฃ500
- 5 Weeks = ยฃ600
- 8 Weeks = ยฃ900
- 9 Weeks = ยฃ1000
- 10 Weeks = ยฃ1100
- 11 Weeks = ยฃ1070
- 12 Weeks = ยฃ1170
You can volunteer for up to 24 Weeks, and each additional week costs ยฃ100.
To convert these prices to your local currency please use the current exchange rate.
All programs attract a Registration Fee of BP ยฃ100 on top of the Program Fee and A 5% international banking fee is added at the point of payment.
VISA – could you provide Visa support/info/invitation letters?
Yes, we can help with Visa/invitation letters
Volunteers’ program benefits
Volunteers are able to leave their footsteps behind as they help out in Community. We offer:
- recommendation letters and
- Certificates at the end of the Volunteer Program.
Volunteers are also able to learn a lot from the African Culture. Many volunteers have been able to make many new friends. Other volunteers have ended up making a relocation to permanently stay in Uganda.
What to do in your free time
There are lots of Excursions that one can do.
Language
English
How to get to your site
One flies into the country by Plane, Then our team picks them up from the Airport with our Sign for our identification for them to easily see it.
Is there internet access?
Yes!
“Paying guests” Option. Could you accommodate “solidarity” tourists?
Yes, we can accommodate eco/responsible tourists & paying guests – This can be agreed upon via e-mail
CONTACT DETAILS ๐๐ง
Kibalama David, Volunteers 2 Uganda, P.O.BOX 35944
Tel and WhatsApp: +256754855769, +256779452682.
Email: volunteers2ug@gmail.com
chrystalccenter@gmail.com
Website: http://www.volunteerstouganda.com/ย
Facebook:ย https://www.facebook.com/chrystalchildrenscenter
Hostname: David Kibalama
Host Email: volunteers2ug@gmail.com
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To whom it may concern,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my deep interest in volunteering and to inquire about the current volunteer programs being offered by your esteemed organization. After extensive research and consideration, I have decided that I would like to dedicate my time and skills to making a positive impact on the lives of children, particularly in Uganda or any other part of the world where help is needed.
As an individual with a genuine passion for helping children, I firmly believe in the power of education, support, and care in shaping their futures. Through volunteering, I aim to contribute to their well-being and offer them opportunities to thrive in a nurturing environment.
Given my commitment and availability, I would like to explore the possibility of joining a volunteer program for a duration of approximately one month. This time frame allows me to immerse myself in the local community, establish meaningful connections, and make a tangible difference while respecting the organization’s needs and requirements.
I understand that volunteer programs are essential for the growth and development of both the children and the communities they reside in. By volunteering, I hope to assist in areas such as education, mentorship, health, or any other initiatives that align with your organization’s goals and needs. Moreover, I am open to taking on various responsibilities and tasks that would best utilize my skills and background.
I am eager to learn more about the specific volunteer programs that are currently available within your organization. Please provide me with information regarding the locations, projects, and requirements. Additionally, if there are any upcoming orientations or training sessions, kindly let me know, as I am committed to preparing myself thoroughly for this meaningful experience.
Thank you for considering my request, and I sincerely hope that an opportunity arises for me to contribute to your organization’s impactful work. I am eager to embark on this journey and positively impact the lives of children who deserve love, care, and support.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Warm regards,
Marianna C.
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