- Kenya
About Program
The AJWS Volunteer Corps program in Kenya is designed for Jewish professionals and retirees to get involved with a number of volunteer projects in Kenya. AJWS works with local grassroots organizations that advocate human rights, women's empowerment, LGBT rights, orphan care, and a number of other initiatives. Volunteers can join a project in Kenya anywhere from three months to a year. Volunteer Corps alumni return to their home countries with a renewed connection to their Jewish heritage and a greater sense of responsibility in volunteering with local communities. Interested applicants should visit the AJWS website for more information on current volunteer programs in Kenya.
Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.
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Kenya is a middle income country, which often comes to a shock to tourists who expect to see a wildly impoverished and unruly country. Following their Independence from British colonial rule, many Kenyans started seeking business ventures alongside the growing tourism, which is even more present today. From the incredible wildlife on land and underwater, you will have a lot of activities that show you the natural beauty of Kenya.
