Location
  • Kenya
    • Nairobi
    • Mombasa
    • Nairobi
    • Nairobi
Length
1 to 30 weeks

Program Details

Language
English
Age Min.
14
Age Max
75
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Apartment Host Family Hostel
Groups
Small Group (1-15) Medium Group (16-30) Large Group (31+)
Travel Type
Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price
35
Price Details
In Summary, the fee includes:

Accommodation
Airport Pick up/Transfer
Program Orientation
In-country support
Personalized project
Pre-departure information
Certificate of completion
Breakfast and Dinner

Not included in the fee:
Drop off
Laundry
Local SIM card you need to purchase
Tour / Safaris
Volunteer T-shirt
Visas
Airfare
Personal expenses on soft drinks and foods
Daily transportation
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Meals Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Travel Insurance Visa
Oct 11, 2023
May 08, 2024
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About Program

Whether you're excited about marine conservation in Mombasa (Indian Ocean-Coastal region of Kenya) or dream of teaching soccer in Kibera (one of the largest slums in Africa), you are most welcome to help.

CONSERVATION: If you're a water lover, join a program for marine life conservation in Mombasa. join us and help in cleaning the ocean that we are serving. We also do Educational campaigns in the schools around the ocean by teaching them about environment conservation and swimming classes and ocean literacy lessons which will involve our international volunteers. It's a unique opportunity for international volunteers to explore the city and the communities we are serving

ENVIRONMENT: Volunteers concerned about climate change help us in participating in our environmental activities with our students.

COMMUNITY SERVICES: If you're a people person, we have the following opportunities to help/participate; School Construction, culture, and the arts, NGO management, and media

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Program Highlights

  • You will have opportunity to experience the true African way of life, which will expand your perspective of the world, and memories that you'll never forget during your weekend excursions & safaris
  • The programs are many and suitable for volunteers from the age of 14 years and above, High School & University Students, Professionals, Couples & Families with their children, and Adults of 50+ years
  • After the completion of your online/ Onsite volunteer offer, UCESCO will write you a good and official recommendation letter and Certificate of appreciation/Recognition for your time and service to us
  • Our project site is truly an exciting place to be, a place where you can really make a difference. UCESCO - Kenya has a 100% safety record & we try to maintain it as Kenyans are friendly by nature.
  • Orientation of activities is done every Monday to understand all other programs we have in case you are flexible & interested to help other programs/activities. Opportunity to rotate to other program

Program Impact

Social Impact

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS IN HEALTH

213 expectant women who were offered counseling and HIV testing accepted the services and received their results.
3600 women who were empowered to access antenatal care check-ups.
Donated hand washing stations to 15 schools and public stations in Kibera, Kayole, Mukuru Kwa Njenga, and Mathare to keep the children and the communities safe from the current Covid-19 pandemic.
4600 trees planted were in different areas.

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Program Reviews

4.86 Rating
based on 21 reviews
  • 5 rating 85.71%
  • 4 rating 14.29%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Impact 4.85
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.85
  • Value 4.9
  • Safety 4.8
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Brian
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Volunteer experience

this great experience was nothing short of transformative. It enriched my life in countless ways, reminding me of the beauty of our world and the value of human connections. It reinforced the importance of pushing boundaries and embracing new challenges. I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to embark on this journey, and I carry its lessons and memories with me as I continue to navigate the path of life.my time with UCESCO Africa was a rewarding and enriching journey. The organization's ethos, holistic approach, and unwavering commitment to empowering communities have inspired me to continue advocating for positive change.

Pros
  • Very transparent
  • Good interactions with Ucesco family
  • Reliable
Cons
  • None
41 people found this review helpful.
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john
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Ngo Management

An essential program which has enabled me to explore the vulnerable communities more so the Slums where majority of people are underprivileged. UCESCO organization have been able to touched the lives of over 200,000 slum dwellers by offering free medical camps every year in different slums in Kenya where people cannot afford $1 per day. As a volunteer the organization has granted me a chance to disseminate my soft and hard skills to ensure the realization of UCESCO's mission. In line with SDGs, i have been abled to volunteer with UCESCO in Maralal, Samburu County a semi-arid part of the country to help solve SDG1 and SDG4 (No poverty and Quality education) respectively. By organizing workshops, trainings and community cleanups i have also added some skills which have enhanced my flexibility in volunteering world. All i can say is that volunteering with UCESCO organization has enabled me to view the world in different perspective.

Pros
  • UCESCO has enabled me to travel in different parts of the country
  • I have disseminated my knowledge and Skills towards the society's wellbeing
  • The program has enabled me to think critically when dealing with Vulnerable population
Cons
  • Limited Fund which act as a barrier to cater for the larger population
  • Adverse weather conditions which makes some places inaccessible
  • lack of proper framework to measure if the goal has been achieved
43 people found this review helpful.
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Lina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

amazing adventure in Nairobi!!

I've been volunteering in Nairobi with UCESCO Africa for two months. From my experience, it was one of the best decisions I could have ever taken. Working with community service in a clinic in Kibera, I really felt like I was making an impact with UCESCO. While I was staying with UCESCO, I got to know a lot of new people, I experienced the wonderful culture and went on many adventures while feeling safe the whole time. While working with the organization, I saw how much passion and enthusiasm the staff is putting in to help people in need. I learned a lot from this journey and I will take home memories that will last for a lifetime.

Pros
  • new friendships
  • safety
  • helping people in need
43 people found this review helpful.
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Paulina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very special experience!

I volunteered with UCESCO Africa for almost 2 months and it was a very special and awesome experience! I helped out in community service in Kibera and witnessed the impact that UCESCO Africa makes in their community every day. Being a part of this felt very special. During my time with UCESCO, I was able to meet a lot of amazing people, as well as get to know the Kenyan culture better. I can definitely recommend choosing UCESCO Africa: they have a variety of programs, great people to work with and always made sure I was safe!

Pros
  • safety
  • fun
  • impact
38 people found this review helpful.
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Paulina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Very special experience!

I volunteered with UCESCO Africa for almost 2 months and it was a very special and awesome experience! I helped out in community service in Kibera and witnessed the impact that UCESCO Africa makes in their community every day. Being a part of this felt very special. During my time with UCESCO, I was able to meet a lot of amazing people, as well as get to know the Kenyan culture better. I can definitely recommend choosing UCESCO Africa: they have a variety of programs, great people to work with and always made sure I was safe!

Pros
  • safety
  • fun
  • impact
42 people found this review helpful.

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