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These children are in real need of care, they don't know what it's like to have a mum and dad! Volunteers have become an essential part of these orphans life.

Are You Energetic & Enthusiastic To Help Children?
If the answer is yes then Dar es Salaam is the place for you. You are given the chance to help change children s lives by caring for them and teaching them English. You will need to use your practical skills in keeping the children active through teaching, arts and crafts and a range of sports, so get thinking! You can make a great difference to these children's lives which is much appreciated by everyone. You are situated around 7kms away from the centre of Dar es Salaam so not far for a quick swim in the ocean or a bit of sunbathing on the beach.

They need all the help they can get in all areas of life. Volunteers come and take part in activities with the children and it gives them motivation and goals to achieve in life. It is very rewarding to help these children as they are calling out for help.

Volunteers Activities
As a volunteer in the orphanage project you will be spending the majority of your time with the centres orphans. Activities usually consist of assisting the children with their class work, to stay clean & healthy, and to use their own intuition to create ancillary activities to take part in including arts and crafts and sports games. Volunteers will assist the children to school and teach them a variety of subjects including English. This project offers volunteers opportunities to serve the most destitute of children in Tanzania. Volunteers are expected to share their love, passion, and hard work to make a difference in the life of children who have been savagely deprived of parents’ love and support. In your free time, you can explore local villages and nearby areas. Your help will be highly appreciated by children.

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 children in Africa having lost their parents to HIV & AIDS. 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.

Duration

No duration restrictions

Start Dates

Any time throughout the year

Costs / Benefits

You will gain a life changing experience working in one of Africa's paradises, Kenya! You will be given certification by the placement and company you have participated and completed a voluntary placement working with orphaned children in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Requirements

Must be over 18 years of age & have a valid passport

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