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Street families rehabilitation program in Kibera, Africa's largest slum
Kibera, Langata, Nairobi March 5 - March 20, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Nairobi City for 2 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objectives of the international workcamp are: Income generation and HIV/AIDS outreach program.

This is a street families rehabilitation project, started in 2003 by Charles Ogutu. Initially the group used to advance loans to its members to do small business or assist their families but later they changed their focus to HIV/AIDS.
Volunteers will be working with the Haki Self group who are mostly Luo people - the largest tribe in Kenya, although there are also other ethnic groups residing within the area of Kibera. The local people are not well educated, especially the old generation, therefore some don't understand English, but local volunteers from the community are recruited to assist the international group with communication. Generally the people in this area are low income earners and live in poverty.
Kiswahili and Luo are the most spoken languages within the area. Kiswahili and English are spoken in the central business area and in Government offices, and are popular among the young professionals and educated youth.

Volunteer work: Volunteers will be involved in making jewelry and art work out of bone, providing home-based care to people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS, counseling, peer education and tuition.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Nairobi National Museum
• Bomas of Kenya
• Kenya National Archive
• Community Church and members' houses
The visits will be organized during the weekends. Visits will be planned also to local schools and health centers.

Cultural exchange: There will be cultural presentations where all the volunteers will have an opportunity to present their countries and cultures. Volunteers will be free to choose presentation methods like story telling, singing, dancing, drama, speeches, etc.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in counseling, marketing and peer education) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity and pipe water/taps, but no shower at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in this region. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on March 5th. There will be an orientation meeting on March 6th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Nairobi province by local means of transport (public “matatu”). Departure will be on March 7th.

Location: Kibera is located in Nairobi province, about 20 km away from Nairobi. The workcamp site is located in Kibera, about 30 minutes drive from Nairobi City. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is within the camp site. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Nairobi.

The weather in Nairobi in March is hot, with little rain. During the day temperatures ranging between 25°C - 30°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 180 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Cottage Industry program in Eastern province
Manyatta, Embu, Eastern province April 16 - May 8, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Embu District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objectives of the international workcamp is: Food Cottage Industry.

Volunteer work: The international volunteers will be helping in harvesting, preparation and processing of cassava, sweet potatoes and arrow root into crisps; making fireless gas cookers; and preparing seed beds and planting tree nurseries for sale. In the afternoon, the group will be visiting orphans and counseling the children.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Keremeri Forest
• Thenge Njeru Waterfall
• Community members' houses
• Visiting orphans
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in marketing of products and packaging, agriculture, counseling, knowledge of alternative sources of energy) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity, but no shower at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on April 16th. There will be an orientation meeting on April 17th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Eastern province. Departure will be on April 18th.

Location: Embu is located in the Eastern province, about 140 km away from Nairobi. The project site is located in Ithithe, about 35 minutes drive from Embu town. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is 5 minutes walk. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Embu town.

In April–May the weather is hot with long rains. During the day, temperatures ranging between 25°C - 30°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is hilly.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Income generation and adult education program in Nairobi
Kariobangi, Embakasi, Nairobi May 7 - May 22, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Nairobi City for 2 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objectives of the international workcamp is: Income generation.
This project is an income generating activity that the local people are undertaking to earn a living and maintain economic sustainability by selling sandals.

Volunteer work: The participants in this volunteer project will help with adult education program and making sandals. Volunteers will be involved in teaching the community marketing skills, accounting, shoe design and administration.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Nairobi National Museum
• Bomas of Kenya
• Kenya National Archive
• Mamba Village
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in adult education, marketing, shoe design) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated at a host family, 20 minutes drive from the project site. There is electricity, shower and pipe water/taps at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on May 7th. There will be an orientation meeting on May 8th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel together to the project site. Departure will be on May 9th.

Location: Kariobangi is located in Nairobi province, about 20 km from Nairobi. The community where the volunteers will be helping, is located in Kariobangi, about 20 minutes drive from Nairobi. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is 5 minutes walk. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Buruburu, 5 minutes walk from the project site.

During the day temperatures range between 25°C - 30°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 180 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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Art and environmental activities in Kitui District
Mulango, Kitui, Eastern province May 21 - June 12, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Kitui District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to help out in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project will be Art and Environment.

Sharpheads Arts Education and Environment Center (SAEEC) was founded in 2006 and registered under social services with the aim of bringing together self-help groups and individual businesses, in order to have a synergy effect on the community, rather than groups working individually. The Sharpheads youth group focuses on HIV/AIDS awareness, drug abuse, communal work and is affiliated with Arabia Mulango C.B.O which is concentrating on bee keeping and crafts. Subsequently, the members of the group got skills to run their own bee keeping activity. SAEEC was formed and registered as a community based organization and has several programs that focus on Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Creative Arts, Youth Counseling, Rehabilitation and entrepreneurship and Environment.

Volunteer work: Volunteers will be involved in vegetable growing, bee keeping, creative arts (poetry, dances, theatre), raising awareness on HIV/AIDS and malaria in schools, environmental work such as tree planting, garbage collection, clean-ups.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• “Nzambani” Rocks (5 km from Kitui center)
• “SyomaSango” resort (6 km from Kitui center)
The visits will be organized during the weekends. Visits will be planned also to local homes and other places.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (drama, marketing, counseling, business skills) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. Please, note that there will be no electricity and pipe water/taps at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in this region. There are bore holes in the village and water reservoirs in the community built tanks, there is also a dam in the area. There is rain water and water tapped from seasonal wells and we advise volunteers to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on May 21st. There will be an orientation meeting on May 22nd. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Kitui district by local means of transport (public “matatu”). Departure will be on May 23rd.

Location: Kitui is located in the Eastern Province, about 150 km away from Nairobi.
The closest hospital is 2 km from the campsite. Market (there is a trading centre within the school), Post Offices, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located 2 km from Kitui District.

In May-June the temperatures range from 22°C - 30°C during the day, and at night between 15°C - 17°C. The terrain is hilly.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Promoting girls' rights and HIV/AIDS awareness in Rift Valley province
Isinya, Kajiado, Rift Valley province June 4 - June 26, 2008
Isinya, Kajiado, Rift Valley province September 3 - September 18, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Kajiado District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to help out in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Income generation.
The international volunteer group will be involved in Handicraft activities, Female Genital Mutilation advocacy, HIV/AIDS outreach program.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will help making and selling bead work, advocating for girl child education, and will organize HIV/AIDS awareness activities.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Ostrich Farm (4 km)
• Rangers Resort
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (marketing, finance and management, children's rights, counseling, website design) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. Please, note that there will be no electricity and shower at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation.
For the June project, the volunteers are expected to arrive on June 4th. There will be an orientation meeting on June 5th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the project site in Kajiado district. Departure will be on June 6th.
For the September project, the volunteers are expected to arrive on September 3rd. There will be an orientation meeting on September 4th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the project site in Kajiado district. Departure will be on September 5th.

Location: Isinya is located in the Rift Valley province, about 60 km away from Nairobi.
The project in June is based in Olturoto, about 7 km from Isinya Center. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 7 km away.
The September project is based in Isinya town. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 100 metres away.
Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Athi River and Kitengela, 20-30 minutes drive from the camp sites.

During the day temperatures range between 19°C - 21°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is flat and high, this is a semi-arid area.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Education and care for orphans in Machakos
Katangi, Machakos, Eastern province June 18 - July 10, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Machakos District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Children's Welfare.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in teaching, counseling, playing, cooking and feeding children in a children's home. They will also assist in the day-to-day co-ordination of the Home.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Kyamwilu (an area where there is gravitational pull)
• Satellite
• Wanyavu (where wood carving is done)
• Machakos town
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as counseling and peer education knowledge) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in the home. Please, note that there will be no electricity and shower at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on June 18th. There will be an orientation meeting on June 19th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Machakos. Departure will be on June 20th.

Location: Machakos is located in the Eastern province, about 1 and half hours drive from Nairobi (50 km). The home is located in Machakos, about 10 minutes drive from Machakos town. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 10 minutes drive. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Machakos, 10 minutes walk from the project site.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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Teaching and recreational activities for mentally handicapped children in Mombasa
Kisauni, Mombasa, Coast province July 2 - July 24, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Mombasa for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Mentally Handicapped Children's Welfare.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in teaching, counseling, playing, cooking, physiotherapy activities and feeding kids in a Home for mentally handicapped children. They will also assist in the day-to-day co-ordination of the Home to ensure efficient operation.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Fort Jesus Historical Museum
• Bamburi Nature trail
• Beaches
• Homes of the children
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as counseling and physiotherapy, teaching mentally challenged children) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity, but no shower and pipe water/taps at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on July 2nd. There will be an orientation meeting on July 3rd. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Mombasa. Departure will be on July 4th.

Location: Mombasa is located in the Coast province, about 8 hours drive from Nairobi (500 km). The Home is located in Bamburi, about 20 minutes drive from Mombasa town. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 10 minutes drive. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Mombasa.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Poverty reduction project in Nyando district
Nyakach, Nyando, Nyanza province July 23 - August 14, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Nyando district for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to help out in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the international workcamp is Poverty reduction.

Oywa “A” Solar Support group was started 4 years ago by Solar Cookers International. The indigenous people of this area are the “Luo” ethnic group. The volunteer project involves Solar Cookers training, making and selling. We are inviting volunteers to come and assist Oywa “A” Solar Support group to achieve their project.

The local people are not well educated, especially the old generation, therefore some do not understand English, but local volunteers from the community will be assisting the volunteers with communication. The community has rich culture and traditions and very friendly people.

Volunteer work: Volunteers will be involved in training, making and selling of solar cookers.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Lake Victoria
• Kakamega Forest
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (knowledge in marketing, appropriate technology) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There will be no electricity and pipe water/taps at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in this region. There are bore holes in the village and water reservoirs in the community built tanks, there is also a dam in the area. There is rain water and water tapped from seasonal wells and we advise volunteers to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on July 23rd. There will be an orientation meeting on July 24th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Nyando district by local means of transport (public “matatu”). Departure will be on July 25th.

Location: Nyando is located in the Nyanza Province, about 350 km away from Nairobi.
The closest hospital is in Katito and Pap Onditi, 5 minutes drive. Market (there is a trading centre within the school), Post Offices, Banks (ATMs) can be found in Pap Onditi, and Internet and other facilities are located in Kisumu City, 45 minutes drive from the camp site.

The weather in July-August is generally hot and rainy. During the day temperatures ranging between 25°C - 28°C and at night between 17°C - 19°C. The terrain is low and flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Promoting beekeeping as a means of increasing economic self-reliance in rural areas
Manyatta, Embu, Eastern province August 20 - September 11, 2008

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be helping in honey processing, putting up the hives, using the by-product i.e. wax to make candles and other products. The participants will be also involved in HIV/AIDS awareness activities, as well as sale, packaging and marketing of honey.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Keremeri Forest
• Thenge Njeru Waterfall
• Community members' houses
• Visiting orphans
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in marketing of products and packaging, agriculture, counseling) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on August 20th. There will be an orientation meeting on August 21st. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Eastern province. Departure will be on August 22nd.

Location: Embu is located in the Eastern province, about 140 km away from Nairobi. The project site is located in Kavotere, about 40 minutes drive from Embu town. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is 1.5 km away. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Embu town.

In August - September the weather is hot with short rains. During the day, temperatures ranging between 25°C - 30°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is hilly.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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Environmental conservation and adult education program in Kitui District
Mulango, Kitui, Eastern province October 22 - November 13, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Kitui for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Environmental conservation, Adult education and Art.

Volunteer work: The volunteers in this project will be involved in adult education, decorating of “Kyondo” African handbags and tree planting. The volunteers will help with garbage collection, tree planting and sensitizing the people from the local community about environmental issues.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• “Nzambani” Rocks (5 km from Kitui center)
• “SyomaSango” resort (6 km from Kitui center)
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as teaching adults, designing handbags, marketing and management knowledge) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. Please, note that there will be no electricity, shower and tap water at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on October 22nd. There will be an orientation meeting on October 23rd. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Kitui district by local means of transport (public “matatu”). Departure will be on October 24th.

The weather in October-November in Kitui is generally hot and rainy. The terrain is flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Poverty reduction and HIV/AIDS awareness project in Nyanza province
Kochieng, Kadibo, Nyanza province November 5 - November 27, 2008

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Kisumu City for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the volunteer project is Poverty reduction and HIV/AIDS awareness.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in cultivation, harvesting and selling tomatoes, and also in HIV/AIDS awareness and outreach program. The group will also take part in a training, making and selling of solar cookers.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Lake Victoria
• Luanda Magere Mausoleum
• Ahero irrigation scheme
The visits will be organized during the weekends. Visits will be planned also to local people's homes and other places.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in peer education, counseling, appropriate technology in farming, micro finance) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity, but no tap water at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. There are bore holes in the village and water reservoirs in the community built tanks, there is also a dam in the area. There is rain water and water tapped from seasonal wells and we advise volunteers to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections. However water will be within the school premises.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on November 5th. There will be an orientation meeting on November 6th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Kisumu City by local means of transport (public “matatu”). Departure will be on November 7th.

Location: Kisumu is located in the Nyanza Province, about 350 km away from Nairobi. The closest hospital is in Rabour area within the project site. Market (there is a trading centre within the Kadibo area), Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Kisumu City, 10 kilometers from the camp site.

In November the weather is generally hot and rainy in this region. Temperatures ranging from 25°C-28°C, and at night from 17°C-19°C. The terrain is low and flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Income generation and adult education program in Mombasa
Mikindani, Mombasa, Coast province November 19 - December 11, 2008

Volunteer work: The international volunteers will be involved in informal education activities for local adults, as well as baking, packing and selling of doughnuts and cakes, collecting garbage and tailoring.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Fort Jesus Historical Museum
• Bamburi Nature trail
• Beaches
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as marketing, management, informal education, micro finance, cooking, tailoring) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity, but no shower and tap water at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on November 19th. There will be an orientation meeting on November 20th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel together to the workcamp site. Departure will be on November 21st.

Location: Mombasa is located in the Coast province, about 8 hours drive from Nairobi (500 km). The project is located in Mikindani area, about 30 minutes drive from Mombasa town. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 10 minutes drive. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Mombasa, 30 minutes drive from the project site.

The weather in November - December is generally hot and humid in Mombasa. The terrain is flat.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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Environmental conservation project in Machakos
Machakos, Eastern province December 3 - December 25, 2008

Volunteer work: The volunteers in this project will be involved in planting trees, designing brochures, teaching the local people finance and management. The program aims to raise awareness and sensitize people on environmental issues and to improve the eco-system of the town by planting trees.
The volunteers will be involved in preparing nurseries, seedbeds, weeding, watering, picking soil, planting trees by the river “Iyeni”, designing brochures, selling tree seedlings, teaching finance and administration.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as knowledge in marketing and appropriate technology in farming) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on December 3rd. There will be an orientation meeting on December 4th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Machakos. Departure will be on December 5th.

Location: Machakos is located in the Eastern province, about 1 and half hours drive from Nairobi (50 km). The project is located within Machakos town. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is within Machakos town. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Machakos town.

The weather in December is rainy and hot. During the day it will be cloudy and cool. The terrain is hilly.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Educational and play activities for children in Mombasa
Kisauni, Mombasa, Coast province December 17, 2008 - January 8, 2009

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in teaching the children English, sciences, math, counseling, playing and cooking for them. The participants will also assist the day-to-day coordination of the Home to ensure efficient operation.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Fort Jesus Historical Museum
• Bamburi Nature trail
• Beaches
• Homes of the children
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as counseling and early childhood education) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. They are expected to arrive on December 17th. There will be an orientation meeting on December 18th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Mombasa. Departure will be on December 19th.

Age range: 20 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Building classrooms for children in Ghasi
Ghasi, Voi, Coast province February 11 - February 26, 2009

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Voi for 2 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the international workcamp is Construction.

Volunteer work: The volunteers will be involved in construction of classrooms for the school students in Ghasi. The tasks include concrete mixing, plastering, floor renovation and roofing. The volunteers will also spend some time with the children, talking and playing with them.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Visit to Mombasa
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in civil or mechanical engineering, web site design and marketing) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated at a host family or within the school.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on February 11th. There will be an orientation meeting on February 12th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel together to the project site. Departure will be on February 13th.

Location: Voi is located in the Coast province, about 5 hours drive from Nairobi. The project site is located in Ghasi, about 45 minutes drive from Voi. Public transport is available. The closest hospital is 45 minutes drive. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Voi.

The weather is generally hot and humid in February. During the day it will be hot, temperatures ranging between 25°C - 30°C and at night between 15°C - 19°C. The terrain is hilly.

Age range: 19 and over

Extra fee: 180 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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Adult literacy program in Eastern province
Manyatta, Embu, Eastern province February 25 - March 19, 2009

Volunteer project: The international volunteer project will be held in Embu District for 3 weeks. Volunteers will come together to demonstrate the power of voluntary service in meeting critical needs of the local communities. The main objective of the international volunteer project is Adult Education.

Volunteer work: As part of the Adult Education program, the volunteers will be teaching adults reading, writing and numerical skills. The program is initiated by adult education department under social services and the aim is to raise the literacy level in this area. The group will be involved with the adult education activities in the afternoon hours. In the morning, the volunteers will be counseling and playing with children.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Keremeri Forest
• Thenge Njeru Waterfall
• Community members' homes
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as experience in teaching adults how to read, write and calculate, and life skills) will be used accordingly. We strongly encourage people 50 and over to participate in this project.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated in a house. There is electricity, but no shower at the accommodation, basins will be used for bathing.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on February 25th. There will be an orientation meeting on February 26th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the project site in Eastern province. Departure will be on February 27th.

Location: Embu is located in the Eastern province, about 140 km away from Nairobi. The project site is located in Manyatta, about 30 minutes drive from Embu town. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is 5 minutes walk. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Embu town.

Age range: 19 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Income generation program in Nairobi
Donholm, Makadara, Nairobi March 4 - March 19, 2009

Volunteer work: The international volunteers will support an income generation project that the local community has undertook to earn a living. The project involves Precast building works and Selling building materials. Volunteers will be involved in making and selling of building materials, including concrete mixing, mould building, administration, management and marketing.
The group will work 5 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday. Sometimes, depending on the nature of work, the time can be extended.

Visits: Possibilities include:
• Nairobi National Museum
• Bomas of Kenya
• Kenya National Archive
• Mamba Village
The visits will be organized during the weekends.

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as web site design, marketing, civil or mechanical engineering) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated at a host family, 1 km from the campsite. There is electricity, shower and pipe water/taps at the accommodation.
Population pressure and scramble for resources is a key concern in the country. Volunteers are advised to ensure that drinking water is boiled to avoid bacterial infections.

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation. The volunteers are expected to arrive on March 4th. There will be an orientation meeting on March 5th. The volunteers will travel together to the project site. Departure will be on March 6th.

Location: Donholm is located in the Nairobi province, about 20 km away from Nairobi. The project site is located in Donholm, about 30 minutes drive from Nairobi City. Public transport is available. The closest Hospital is 5 minutes walk. Markets, Post Office, Banks (ATMs), Internet and other facilities are located in Buruburu, 5 minutes walk from the camp site.

Age range: 19 and over

Extra fee: 180 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

Environmental conservation project in Machakos
Machakos, Eastern province March 18 - April 9, 2009

Qualifications: No particular expertise or skills required. Participants should have a positive attitude, be ready to adopt and enjoy simple living conditions, be flexible and patient. However, specialized skills and expertise (such as knowledge in marketing and appropriate technology in farming) will be used accordingly.

Language: English

Orientation: All volunteers will first meet in Nairobi for orientation.
For the project in March-April, the volunteers are expected to arrive on March 18th. There will be an orientation meeting on March 19th. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Machakos. Departure will be on March 20th.
For the project in December, the volunteers are expected to arrive on December 2nd. There will be an orientation meeting on December 3rd. From Nairobi the volunteers will travel to the workcamp site in Machakos. Departure will be on December 4th.

Age range: 19 and over

Extra fee: 250 Euros
The extra fee is intended to support the hosting organization who does not have sufficient funds. It is due upon arrival on the project.

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