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WORKCAMP PROGRAMME 2017
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CIVS/STV-01/2017 – CRANES OF DAGO THIM GROUP ...................................................................... 3
CIVS/STV-02/2017 – AHERO RESOURCE CENTRE .............................................................................. 6
CIVS/STV-03/2017 – MARIANNE CENTER ............................................................................................ 9
CIVS/STV-04/2017 – CUSTOMER ONGE NYIEGO WOMEN GROUP ............................................... 12
CIVS/STV-05/2017 – KYALE SMALL HOME ........................................................................................ 15
CIVS/STV-06/2017 – COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS (CHV) ............................................... 18
CIVS/STV-07:01/2017 – TUMAINI NUTRITIOUS SELF HELP GROUP ............................................. 21
CIVS/STV-07:02/2017 – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SELF HELP GROUP ................................ 24
CIVS/STV-08:01/2017 – BISHOP CHABUGA FOUNDATION ............................................................. 27
CIVS/STV-08:02/2017 –WORKCAMP BETWEEN UVIKIUTA-TANZANIA AND CIVS KENYA .... 30
CIVS/STV-09/2017 – TUMAINI NUTRITIOUS SELF HELP GROUP .................................................. 34
CIVS/STV-10/2017 – KYALE SMALL HOME ........................................................................................ 37
CIVS/STV-11/2017 – BADILISHA ECO-VILLAGE ............................................................................... 40
CIVS/STV-12/2017 – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SELF HELP GROUP ..................................... 43
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CIVS/STV-01/2017 – CRANES OF DAGO THIM GROUP
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Cranes of Dago Thim Self Help Group
Project Location: Nyahera Location, Kisumu County of Kenya
Orientation date: 07th January 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 08th January – 27th January 2017
Safari dates: 04th January – 06th January 2017
Theme: Supporting young adults with mental disabilities
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
Cranes of Dago Thim Self Help Group was established to make an impact on the growing
problems vulnerable children, widows and orphans face regarding their right to sustainable
development. The group is dedicated to the promotion and protection of children’s rights and
to the support of the vulnerable, widows and orphans. The group organizes routine trainings on
farming for the widows and youths, promotes human values through advocacy and community
out-reach programs e.g. jiggers eradication and treatment, education and financial support to
the less fortunate members of society, in order to realize the full potential and capabilities of
the community.
The group has a small farm within the member’s homestead where they rear local poultry for
meat and eggs, cattle for resale, meat and milk and a small area for planting cash crop i.e.
bananas, vegetables, tomatoes and fodder. The farm products are sold to the locals and in the
local markets and some are distributed to the individuals, supported by the group. The money
made is used to support the group’s programs.
The group also supports people with disabilities and distributes sanitary towels to girls in public
schools within the community.
WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Taking part in the teaching of various subjects (mathematics, language, writing,
drawing, gardening, sewing, beadwork, computer skills and cleaning)
Organizing extra-curricular activities
General maintenance and cleaning of the centre
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Provision of guiding and counseling services to the students
Farm work
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
All volunteers taking part in this project will be picked up from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food. The volunteers
can visit Kisumu city and have the opportunity to see Lake Victoria, Masai market, Kisumu
Museum. The volunteers will also have the possibility to visit Kakamega rainforest, which is
about one hour drive from Kisumu.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park, entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 04th – 06th January 2017
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Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Reserve, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-02/2017 – AHERO RESOURCE CENTRE
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Ahero Resource Centre
Project Location: Kisumu County, Lake Victoria Region
Orientation date: 04th February 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 05th February - 24th February 2017
Safari dates: 01st February - 03rd February 2017
Theme: Sustainable community development
No. of Volunteers: 10 – 20
PROJECT PROFILE
The Ahero Resource Center is located in Ahero, about 25km east of Kisumu town. The Center
serves as a One-Stop-Shop, offering a variety of services to the local community. The centre is
equipped with a training facility to provide capacity building on Drought Resilient Agriculture,
Entrepreneurship and Adult Education. The in-class training is complemented by practical
learning on the adjacent Farmer Field School (Model Farm) which also encompasses a
Greenhouse, Tree Nursery and Poultry Farm that provide practical examples of modern
farming practices as well as a source of nutrition and income for the Orphan Feeding Program.
The Ahero Resource Centre is also equipped with a comprehensive rainwater-harvesting
infrastructure to fully utilize the short and heavy rains in the region. Additionally a borehole
provides a reliable and affordable source of safe water for the community.
From time to time, depending on the availability of funds, 30 school-going Orphans and
Vulnerable Children get a free lunch at the center in order to improve their concentration and
school performance.
The Center also hosts a Community Bank offering financial services, tailored to the needs of the
local community, including saving accounts or issuing loans to members. This boosts the
economical activities of the over 150 bank members.
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WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Working on the centers’ Model Farm to improve farm outputs for the orphan feeding
program and to showcase good agricultural practices to the community
Supporting the Orphan Feeding Program of the Ahero Resource Center (e.g. lunch
preparation, serving, washing dishes)
General maintenance and cleaning of the centre
Planting of the trees at the center and in the surrounding community
Kiswahili lessons
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation up to three days before and after the
workcamp in a host family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION & SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Lake Victoria at Kisumu city, which is about a 1-hour drive
from the project. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to visit the Ahero rice fields, the
local market or take an optional one-day trip to Kakamega Rainforest.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
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All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 01st – 03rd of February 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Reserve, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-03/2017 – MARIANNE CENTER WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Marianne Center
Project Location: Kamirithu Village, Kiambu County of Kenya
Orientation date: 04th March 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 05th March – 24th March 2017
Safari dates: 01st March – 03rd March 2017
Theme: Supporting young adults with mental disability
No. of Volunteers: 10 – 20
PROJECT PROFILE
People with mental disabilities in Kenya (approximately 2.9 million) face special challenges in
their lives. Many Kenyans still associate people who have mental disabilities with witchcraft,
and little has been done to combat this stigmatization. Most people with mental disability have
a mild to moderate mental retardation. However, they can learn and are capable of developing
skills throughout their lives. They have a wide range of talents, which can possibly be
discovered at any moment in their childhood. The major shortcomings of the current
educational system for (young) adults with mental disabilities is that they are too old to be
enrolled in a primary school, but mentally incapable of attending a normal secondary school.
Because of that, the Marianne Center, started in the year 2010, focuses on people with mild to
moderate mental disabilities, varying from Down Syndrome to Autism, from the age of 16 to 35
years. The training center for this group has given them and their parents hope for a better
future. Currently, the center has 38 students. The students are divided into classes according to
their abilities. The (young) adults are trained in basic life skills, vocational and income
generating activities. At the end of the training, their capabilities are assessed and efforts are
made for them to be attached to an employer where they get the possibility to perform basic
tasks.
The idea of this project is to make a difference in the life of young adults with special needs and
disabilities, by making them self-reliant and by easing their integration into mainstream life
without fear of stigmatization.
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WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Taking part in the teaching of various subjects (mathematics, language, writing,
drawing, gardening, sewing, beadwork, computer skills and cleaning)
Organizing extra-curricular activities
General maintenance and cleaning of the centre
Provision of guiding and counseling services to the students
Farm work
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION & SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. There will be separate rooms for male and female volunteers.
During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available foodstuffs and the
volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
Volunteers in this workcamp can visit Hell Gate, which is about 2hours from the workcamp to
location
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 01st – 03rd March 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-04/2017 – CUSTOMER ONGE NYIEGO WOMEN GROUP WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Customer Onge Nyiego Women Group
Project Location: Ugunja, Kisumu County of Kenya
Orientation date: 08th April 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 09th April – 26th April 2017
Safari dates: 05th April – 07th April 2017
Theme: Sustainable community development
No. of Volunteers: 5 - 15
PROJECT PROFILE
Customer Onge Nyiego Women Group is a community group that was started in 2003 by
women with common interests in the development of their local community and economic
empowerment of the women located in North Uholo. The group has a total number of 25
members and is involved in organic farming for which they have leased land. They grow
vegetables, maize and sweet potatoes which they later sell. Some of the food harvested in the
farm is being used for the feeding program, which takes place every Saturday. Some of the orphans
live in the group’s home and others are accommodated in the group’s nursery or the local primary
school.
All the children meet every Saturday where they play games and are provided with a meal. The
group also engages in HIV/AIDS awareness raising campaigns for the local community.
The project aims to create self-reliance through initiation of income generating activities and
promotes affairs related to education in order to enlighten the community on the social issues
affecting them.
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WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
HIV/AIDS awareness campaign
Kiswahili lessons
Support the Orphan Feeding Program (e.g. preparation & serving of food, dish washing)
Home visit/cultural exchange
Farm work which includes weeding, planting of local vegetables, digging and watering
of crops
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INETREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Lake Victoria at Kisumu City, which is about a 2-hour
drive from the project.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 05th – 07th April 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-05/2017 – KYALE SMALL HOME WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Kyale Small Home
Project Location: Makueni County of Kenya,
Orientation date: 06th May 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 07th May – 26th May 2017
Safari dates: 03rd May – 05th May 2017
Theme: Supporting the physically challenged children
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
Volunteer in Makueni County in Eastern Kenya and work with physically handicapped children
in the Kyale Small Home. The institution consists of a school and a home, which has been in
existence since 1994. A Primary School and Catholic Church surround this home, which
currently houses 20 physically handicapped children. These kids are boys and girls aged
between 10 to 19 years. They have suffered accidents, snakebites and Polio, were handicapped
from or during birth, among other causes.
The idea of this project is to make a difference in the life of children and young adults with
special needs and disabilities in order to become self-reliant and integrated into mainstream
life without fear of stigmatization.
NATURE OF WORK
Teaching the disabled children various subjects (mathematics, English, debates, etc)
Care giving services, including: washing, cooking, serving, feeding and cleaning
Organizing extra-curricular activities, like sports, for the children
Working in the farm of the home to improve farm outputs
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
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ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Machakos town, which is about a 1-hour drive from the
project. You can view Africa’s highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro, from the home and you can
experience the traditional Akamba homes built by the Kamba people.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 03rd – 05th May 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interactions purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-06/2017 – COMMUNITY HEALTH VOLUNTEERS (CHV)
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Community Health Volunteers (CHV)
Project Location: Vihrembe Market, Kakamega County
Orientation date: 10th June 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 11th June – 30th June 2017
Safari dates: 07th June – 09th June 2017
Theme: Provision of health services / conservation efforts
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
Community Health Volunteers (CHV) was started with the aim of creating awareness on
HIV/AIDS among the residents of Vihrembe area, as well as on issues of sexual and reproductive
health. CHV is also actively involved in jigger eradication campaigns in the community. In
addition, CHV educates the local community about the conservation of Kakamega Rainforest
and its fragile ecosystem. The forest is home to many unique and rare animal and plant species
but the increasing human population has exerted negative pressures to the forest, e.g. illegal
logging, charcoal burning, cattle grazing, harvesting of medical plants and general clearing of
the forest for agriculture. CHV involves the community in its preservation, ensuring the forest is
cherished as a healthy, unique and diverse ecosystem for future generations.
The idea of this project is to create awareness about the negative effects of jiggers on the
health of local people.
NATURE OF WORK
Door-to-door jigger eradication campaign
HIV/AIDS home-based care program
School outreach programs
Awareness creation in the community on sexual and reproductive health
Rehabilitation and conservation of Kakamega Forest through the establishment of tree
nurseries
Kiswahili classes
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ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Lake Victoria in Kisumu City, which is about a 2-hour
drive from the project. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to visit Kakamega Rainforest,
which is about one and half kilometer from the project site.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 07th – 09th June 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
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WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-07:01/2017 – TUMAINI NUTRITIOUS SELF HELP GROUP WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: HopeLink Development Project
Project Location: Rusinga East Location, Mbita Constituency, Homabay County
Orientation date: 08th July 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 09th July – 26th July 2017
Safari dates: 05th July – 07th July 2017
Theme: Welfare for children and the marginalized
No. of Volunteers: 10 – 20
PROJECT PROFILE
HOPE LINK, a non-profit organization, registered as a CBO, is a community initiative, formed to
link the community with other players in order to address the challenges faced by the local
community. The mission of this organization is concerned with the well-being of children,
women, widows, widowers, men and youths who are disadvantaged due to their economical,
social and cultural background. They want to build a healthy, transformed, and interactive
community. The group is involved in the following activities:
Dissemination of information to the community through dialogue, forums, workshops,
road show demonstrations, outreaches
Advocacy on human rights, Child abuse, Child neglect, Education, primary health care
capacity building for better food security and livelihood
Micro finance capacity building through revolving funds
Care and support for OVC, widows and the elderly through provision of their health and
education needs.
Management of a kindergarten for the development of destitute children
Enhancing community interaction by hosting volunteers from different countries and
backgrounds, who come to work and stay with us in work camps or as individual
volunteers
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NATURE OF WORK
Environmental cleanup campaigns alongside Lake Victoria beaches
Farming activities i.e. organic farming
Teaching of Mathematics, English, Science, Social Studies
Home visit/cultural exchange
Farm work which includes weeding, planting of local vegetables, digging and watering
of crops
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
Sites of interest are the neighboring Mfangano Island and the Rhuma National Park.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 05th – 07th July 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-07:02/2017 – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SELF HELP GROUP WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Community Development Self-Help Group
Project Location: Busia County of Kenya
Orientation date: 15th July 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 16th July – 04th August 2017
Safari dates: 12th July – 14th July 2017
Theme: Supporting the physically challenged children
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
The German foundation for world population trained some community health members, VCT
Counselors, mobilizing forces in the community, home-based caregivers and educators among
others on HIV/AIDS prevention through a community-based organization. During the project
period, while the trained members were visiting the community, they realized that there was a
big health problem in the community. Apart from HIV/AIDS as the main problem, there were
more health issues such as an increased number of orphans/vulnerable children and jiggers
menace because of parents’ death from HIV/AIDS. Most orphans whose parents had died from
HIV/AIDS were infected by jiggers, this was a result of poor guardian care. In general, these
children lacked basic needs such as health care, shelter, education and clothing among others.
Having realized that there were all of these problems within the community, a few trained local
volunteers from Butula decided 2014 to establish a group, which could address the above
mentioned health issues. The group was then referred to as Community Development Self-Help
Group (CDG), operating within Butula Sub County with its main office at Shibale Market within
Marachi central Ward, focusing on Health and community development.
WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Making bricks
Repairing houses of elderly people
Establishing of tree nursery
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ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION & SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
CAMPFEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 12th July – 14th July 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
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those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-08:01/2017 – BISHOP CHABUGA FOUNDATION WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Bishop Chabuga Foundation
Project Location: Hamisi District, Vihiga County of Kenya
Orientation date: 05th August 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 06th August – 25th August 2017
Safari dates: 02nd August – 04th August 2017
Theme: Youth and Community empowerment
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
The Bishop Chabuga Foundation is a local organization that was founded by the African Divine
Church in 2015. Its major objective is reaching out to community members and empowering
the youth and marginalized community through provision of basic needs like education, health
care, HIV/AIDS campaign awareness and offering vocational training to the youth living around
the community.
The organization manages a Primary School operating from grade one to eight. The school
enrolls pupils who come from the surrounding local community and are from poor
backgrounds. The institution also has a feeding program where the pupils can get their meals in
order to focus on their education. It also has a vocational training centre that is used to train
youths. It offers tailoring and carpentry, which aids them to acquire skills which will help them
to better their lives and thus to become better persons in the community.
Additionally, there is a dispensary where the local community members get access to health
care. They also have a Voluntary Counseling Centre where they do counseling and testing of
HIV, thus increasing the awareness of the youth and the community about the disease and
teaching them to beware of the pandemic disease.
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WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Farm work which involves weeding, digging and planting of maize, beans and
vegetables
Sensitization awareness on HIV/AIDS
Exchange programs i.e. debates in school
Assisting with the work in the hospital
Teaching Mathematics, English, Science, Social studies subjects
Engaging in sports activities as well as playing with the children
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Kakamega rain forest and Lake Victoria in Kisumu City,
which are about a 1:30hr drive respectively from the project.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 02nd – 04th August 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-08:02/2017 –WORKCAMP BETWEEN UVIKIUTA-TANZANIA AND CIVS KENYA BACKGROUND
Are you interested in making a difference through workcamps in two different countries? If yes
the CIVS Kenya and UVIKIUTA-Tanzania is the right address for you. We enable you to help the
needy in a meaningful and sustainable way, while acquiring important life skills as you travel
through Tanzania and Kenya, the most popular countries in Eastern Africa!
You can join our 4-week Workcamps and we are very much looking forward to make your stay
in Project description: This project will be co-hosted by two organisations in East Africa;
Tanzania and Kenya an unforgettable experience!
UVIKIUTA in Tanzania and CIVS in Kenya under the theme “Sustainable community
development”. The first two weeks of the program will be spent in Tanzania and the second half
in Kenya.
WORKCAMPS SUMMARY
Phase one in Tanzania from 31st July to 13th August 2017:
Project Name: School Project in Dodoma
Project Location: Dodoma
Theme: Sustainable community development
No. of Volunteers: 10-20
Phase Two in Kenya from 14th August to 27th August 2017:
Project Name: Marianne Centre
Project Location: Kamirithu village, Limuru County of Kenya
Theme: Sustainable community development
No. of Volunteers: 10 – 20
PROJECT PROFILE IN TANZANIA
This project aims to contribute to the empowerment of young women and women through
improved educational facilities. Poor education facilities including the learning environment has
been one of the factors contributing to poor performance hence hinder the possibility of
managing development challenges like unequal rights, a lack of awareness of rights, low literacy
rates, dependency, limited access to education and opportunities to earn a living, and poverty.
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Participants’ time, skills, and ideas are expected to help in building solidarity and support for
young women and men of in their pursuit of healthy and sustainable livelihoods.
Project Activities: In Tanzania participants of this project will be involved in renovation of
school buildings and painting. In supporting the greening school campaign volunteers will
participate in providing garbage separation facilities and composting. Depending on the
weather; volunteers will also plant trees and beautification activities in the schools.
Accommodation: In Tanzania participants will be accommodated at the students’ hostel in the
community. Clean water and electricity will be available, however electricity is not reliable.
Location: Participants of this project are privileged to be at heart of most famous cultural, natural and
attractions countries in Africa. In Tanzania the project location will be hosted in Dodoma Municipality
(Newly declared capital of Tanzania in the central part).
Free time activities: The project is organised by providing opportunity for participants to utilise their free time by enjoying what the region offers in terms of cultural and natural attractions. In Tanzania we will have possibilities to see wild animals at Ngorongoro crater & Lake Manyara National Park as well cultural tourism in Masai communities and Kondoa Irangi.
Terminal: Participants of this project will be picked up at Julius Nyerere International Airport
(Dar es Salaam) or any of the Bus Stations or Railway stations in Dar es Salaam.
Extra Fee: Participation fee of €200 or equivalent Tanzanian to be paid on arrival day Participation fee does not cover the cost of medical/health services, cost of relevant Visas or permits, airport drop off on departure date, pocket money, free/leisure activities and other personal expenses. However; participation fee does cover the cost of airport pickups on arrival, local transport to the project (One way) after arriving in the host country, orientation on arrival, food and accommodation during the program and general running cost of the project.
PROJECT PROFILE IN KENYA
People with mental disabilities in Kenya (approximately 2.9 million) face special challenges in
their lives. Many Kenyans still associate people who have mental disabilities with witchcraft,
and little has been done to combat this stigmatization. Most people with mental disability have
a mild to moderate mental retardation. However, they can learn and are capable of developing
skills throughout their lives. They have a wide range of talents, which can possibly be
discovered at any moment in their childhood. The major shortcomings of the current
educational system for (young) adults with mental disabilities is that they are too old to be
enrolled in a primary school, but mentally incapable of attending a normal secondary school.
Because of that, the Marianne Center, started in the year 2010, focuses on people with mild to
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moderate mental disabilities, varying from Down Syndrome to Autism, from the age of 16 to 35
years. The training center for this group has given them and their parents hope for a better
future. Currently, the center has 38 students. The students are divided into classes according to
their abilities. The (young) adults are trained in basic life skills, vocational and income
generating activities. At the end of the training, their capabilities are assessed and efforts are
made for them to be attached to an employer where they get the possibility to perform basic
tasks.
The idea of this project is to make a difference in the life of young adults with special needs and
disabilities, by making them self-reliant and by easing their integration into mainstream life
without fear of stigmatization.
WORKCAMP ACTVITIES
Thorough cleaning of the entire centre so that when school reopens then students find
it well cleaned
Land scaping including planting of trees and flowers
Farm work which includes working in the greenhouse and open field
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Volunteers taking part in this project will first arrive in Tanzania Julius Nyerere International
Airport (Dar es Salaam) or any of the Bus Stations or Railway stations in Dar es Salaam and join
workcamp in Dodoma between 31st July and 13th August 2017.
All volunteers will then travel by road to Kenya through the Namanga border. We will pick up
the volunteers at Nairobi city Centre Bus station. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and
after the workcamp in a host family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. There will be separate rooms for male and female volunteers.
During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available foodstuffs and the
volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
Volunteers in this workcamp can visit Hell Gate, which is about 2hours from the workcamp to
location in addition to joining Maasai Mara National park
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 200 euros. This cost will include:
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Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 2 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
CONTACTS FOR HOSTING ORGANISATIONS
1. UVIKIUTA Center-Tanzania Contact person: Ben Mongo E mail: uvikiuta@rocketmail.com 2. CIVS Community Service- Kenya
Contact person: Jasper Malome E mail: info@civskenya.com
Website: www.civskenya.com
Telephone: +254 722-210968, +254 712-354600
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-09/2017 – TUMAINI NUTRITIOUS SELF HELP GROUP
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Tumaini Nutritious Self Help Group
Project Location: Mumias, Kholera Location, Kakamega County of Kenya
Orientation date: 09th September 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 10th September - 29th September 2017
Safari dates: 06th September – 08th September 2017
Theme: Sustainable development
No. of Volunteers: 5 - 15
PROJECT PROFILE
Tumaini Nutritious Self Help Group seeks to provide room for better health education for the
local community with the goal of enhancing the health of society through nutrition and
environmental conservation. They do this through production of organic family food in order to
reduce malnutrition cases among children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through the
production of the organic food, the group members are able to improve their farming
technique, which in turn promotes the income generating activities of the community at large
thus boosting food security and discouraging deforestation. The group members are also
engaged in environmental conservation, as they plant trees and use the organic manure in
farming.
NATURE OF WORK
Farm work which includes horticultural farming, weeding, planting in tree nurseries,
clearing of bushes and digging
Making of bricks which will be used to construct the storage room for farm products
Making organic manure and biochar which is porous charcoal used in agriculture to
help the soil retain its nutrients and water
Participation in exchange programs in schools: teaching of how to make products from
compost manure
Kiswahili lessons and debate lessons in local schools
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ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation during the workcamp will be in the project and it is important that you have
your own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally
available foodstuffs. The volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food
themselves. In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Lake Victoria at Kisumu City and the
Kakamega Rainforest.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 06th September – 08th September 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interactions purposes: pictures of your
country, old clothes that are no longer in use, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-10/2017 – KYALE SMALL HOME
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Kyale Small Home
Project Location: Makueni County of Kenya,
Orientation date: 07th October 2017 from 10:00am
Start and End dates: 08th October – 27th October 2017
Safari dates: 04th October – 06th October 2017
Theme: Supporting the physically challenged children
No. of Volunteers: 5 - 12
PROJECT PROFILE
Volunteer in Makueni County in Eastern Kenya and work with physically handicapped children
in the Kyale Small Home. The institution consists of a school and a home, which has been in
existence since 1994. A Primary School and Catholic Church surround this home, which
currently houses 20 physically handicapped children. These kids are boys and girls aged
between 10 to 19 years. They have suffered accidents, snakebites and Polio, were handicapped
from or during birth, among other causes.
The idea of this project is to make a difference in the life of children and young adults with
special needs and disabilities in order to become self-reliant and integrated into mainstream
life without fear of stigmatization.
NATURE OF WORK
Teaching the disabled children various subjects (mathematics, English, debates, etc)
Care giving services, including: washing, cooking, serving, feeding and cleaning
Organizing extra-curricular activities, like sports, for the children
Working in the farm of the home to improve farm outputs
ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
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ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Machakos town, which is about a 1-hour drive from the
project. You can view Africa’s highest mountain, Mt. Kilimanjaro, from the home and you can
experience the traditional Akamba homes built by the Kamba people.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 04th – 06th October 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
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those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-11/2017 – BADILISHA ECO-VILLAGE
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Badilisha Eco-Village
Project Location: Rusinga Island, Homa Bay County of Kenya
Orientation date: 04th November 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 05th November – 24th November 2017
Safari dates: 01st November – 03rd November 2017
Theme: Agriculture and Environmental Conservation
No. of Volunteers: 10 - 20
PROJECT PROFILE
Badilisha means “change” in Swahili. Badilisha Eco Village aims to bring change to the lives of
people living on Rusinga Island, who face challenges such as food insecurity, HIV/AIDS and lack
of education, among other pressing issues. It also seeks to inspire change in the general
paradigms of local population towards a more holistic and responsible way of living. Badilisha
Eco Village promotes permaculture farm design techniques and ethics: Earth care, care for
people and share of surplus. It is a model farm, or epicenter, for both sustainable agriculture
and holistic community development. Badilisha successfully hosted a Permaculture
Development Course in March 2011 and aims to become an International Permaculture Center.
The project aims at promoting and demonstrating sustainable practices, in particular food
production and domestic issues, guided by the ethics and principles of permaculture.
WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Mulching, seeding, harvesting and planting
Beach cleanup exercises
Soil conservation and tree planting within the school compound
Supporting the needy and elderly community members with general cleaning and other
related works
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ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have a
sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can do hiking, visit Rusinga and Mfangano Islands, Ruma National
park and Tom Mboya Mausoleum, which are about a 45-minute walk from the project.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 01st – 03rd November 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
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WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.
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CIVS/STV-12/2017 – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SELF HELP GROUP
WORKCAMP SUMMARY
Project Name: Community Development Self Help Group
Project Location: Busia County of Kenya
Orientation date: 28th November 2017 from 10:00 am
Start and End dates: 29th November – 15th December 2017
Safari dates: 25th November – 27th November 2017
Theme: Supporting local community development
No. of Volunteers: 5 - 12
PROJECT PROFILE
The German foundation for world population trained some community health members, VCT
Counselors, mobilizing forces in the community, home-based caregivers and educators among
others on HIV/AIDS prevention through a community-based organization. During the project
period, while the trained members were visiting the community, they realized that there was a
big health problem in the community. Apart from HIV/AIDS as the main problem, there were
more health issues such as an increased number of orphans/vulnerable children and jiggers
menace because of parents’ death from HIV/AIDS. Most orphans whose parents had died from
HIV/AIDS were infected by jiggers, this was a result of poor guardian care. In general, these
children lacked basic needs such as health care, shelter, education and clothing among others.
Having realized that there were all of these problems within the community, a few trained local
volunteers from Butula decided 2014 to establish a group, which could address the above
mentioned health issues. The group was then referred to as Community Development Self-Help
Group (CDG), operating within Butula Sub County with its main office at Shibale Market within
Marachi central Ward, focusing on Health and community development.
WORKCAMP ACTIVITIES
Making bricks
Repairing houses of elderly people
Establishing of tree nursery
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ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT
We will pick up all volunteers taking part in this workcamp from Jomo Kenyatta International
Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host
family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
ACCOMMODATION AND SITES OF INTEREST
Accommodation will be at the project in this workcamp and it is important that you have your
own sleeping bag and mat. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available
foodstuffs and the volunteers will share the responsibility of preparing the food.
In this workcamp, volunteers can visit Lake Victoria at Kisumu City and the Kakamega
Rainforest, which are about 1 hour and 2-hours drive respectively from the project.
CAMP FEES
Volunteers participating in this project will be required to pay 265 Euros. This cost will include:
Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp
leader
Certificate of participation for the volunteer
All administrative costs
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SAFARI OPTION
CIVS organizes safaris to all the spectacular National Parks and touristic sites in Kenya, with the
main attraction being Masai Mara Game Reserve. Volunteers who wish to go on a safari should
apply at least two weeks before arrival to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee
charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry, accommodation and tour guiding.
Safari dates: 25th November – 27th November 2017
Charges: 3-day Safari to Masai Mara National Park, 330 Euro
WHAT TO CARRY
Volunteers are required to carry the following items for the workcamp: mosquito net,
torch/flashlight, toiletries, first-aid kit, sleeping bag, sandals and sunscreen. In addition to
those, volunteers can also carry the following items for interaction purposes: pictures of your
country, clothes, toys, books, pens, etc.