General Info
This is a truly brilliant opportunity for volunteers to gain insight into the 'real' African lifestyle and the problems certain communities are facing. These projects maybe extremely challenging but remember you are making a monumental difference too many people's lives
Why The Need For Volunteers?
There is a constant need for volunteers at the centre to help with the ongoing programs the centre runs within the local communities. There is also a need for extra staff and volunteers who are welcomed with open arms. There are many benefits that volunteers bring to the project and the local community with all of their ideas, equipment and donations they bring. Volunteers also give the HIV/AIDS victims hope as they realise there is an outside effort to help them live a better life.
Volunteers Activities
As a volunteer in this program, you will be supporting HIV/AIDS infected women by helping them developing their self-esteem. Your main work is to visit these HIV/AIDS infected women in their homes to offer them counselling and support. Volunteers teach about the importance of nutrition which is crucial for all AIDS/HIV victims in their survival. The project also teaches community members to take care of their own HIV/AIDS patients and to openly discuss both the consequences of the pandemic and ways to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS. Volunteers are constantly involved in all activities of the project. Each day you will meet with the director to discuss your daily movements and progress within the project.
The Required Skills
You must be flexible, use your initiative and have plenty of enthusiasm to face the daily challenges your role will throw at you. A pro active attitude is essential for you and your project to gain the most out of one another. You must use all the skills you have to enrich your experience and to help leave a profound effect on your project. Most importantly it is essential for you to have a love for children and a commitment to the project. Depending on your capabilities and initiative you may find yourself being invited to participate in other events not mentioned in the project specifications.
Local Facilities
These projects are situated in a suburb of Dar es Salaam which is the 2nd largest city in Tanzania. It has all amenities you need including banks, post offices and supermarkets, cinemas & many more recreational activities. There is a good transport network of minivans (Daladala’s), as they are locally known, buses and plenty of taxis.
Trip Highlights
You will be able to help some of the most unfortunate people in Africa who have contracted the HIV & AIDS virus. You will be based in Dar es Salaam which is the vibrant coastal capital of Tanzania. All attractions in Tanzania can be organised from Dar es Salaam whether it be trips to Zanzibar, a safari or a trek to the peaks of Mt Kilimanjaro.
Requirements:
Must be over 18 years of age & have a valid passport which must be valid for at least 6 months upon departure from your project country.
