Do you want to volunteer in Africa, but feel weird about going with an international for-profit company? Do you want to volunteer in Africa, but are ethically opposed to orphanage volunteering? Do you want to volunteer in Africa, and make a true impact on real people?
If you answered yes to all of these – we’re glad you found The Real Uganda!
About Us
The Real Uganda is a non-profit organization that sources international volunteers for locally-led, community-based initiatives in Uganda. We pride ourselves on offering mutually beneficial cultural exchange programs.
Communities we serve are our first priority and we support families who work every day to improve their lives. We’re all on an upward spiral. Everyone involved with The Real Uganda lives and works in Uganda. We’re intimately involved in life here. And we want you to join us.
We have hosted almost 900 volunteers from all over the world. The Real Uganda doesn’t want to save Uganda, we want to share it with the world.
Why Volunteer With Us
- We’re Local: Our offices, staff, and projects are located in Uganda. We are on the ground with encouragement and support to ensure your success. 100% of your funds stay in Uganda.
- We’re Experienced: We’ve hosted almost 900 volunteers from all over the world. Our volunteer coordinator is a Canadian who has lived in Uganda full-time, since 2004.
- We’re Relevant: Our partner organizations are Ugandan-run and engage in Ugandan-led activities. Activities that help and develop real people and communities, on their terms.
- We’re Specialized: We focus on Uganda and do not maintain remote relationships with programs all over the globe. Our volunteers work locally at schools, in public health, on farms, and with women’s empowerment groups.Its not just about work, volunteers dance and cook and share culture with real UgandansWe’ve got to stop the stereotypes and prove the reality. Volunteering in a developing country isn’t about saving, it’s about sharing.
Come and work with motivated Ugandans as they improve their lives, on their terms.You will find Ugandan communities peaceful, safe, and so welcoming.
Apply to volunteer in Uganda today!
