Gain practical social work experience and support children in need

Work with local staff and gain a deeper understanding of social issues prevalent in Vijiweni Likoni Mombasa in Kenya. You’ll work in our child support centre, local school, and do visitation outreach. Observe how the children at the centre and also assist the local staff in giving the children the support they need

Tasks will vary but are likely to include:

• Giving children care and affection
• Setting up and playing educational games
• Arranging sports and physical activities
• Helping teachers with lessons
• Teaching basic English

You will gain hands-on work experience by working alongside local staff and on addition, the experience will give you a deeper understanding of the social challenges children struggle with in Kenya.

To join this volunteer program, you should be studying social work or a related subject. This project is available all year round and you can join at any time for a minimum of two weeks. We do recommend that you stay as long as you can, to learn more and have a bigger impact.