How much does this program cost?

This program starts at $350 USD. For full pricing, visit the provider’s website.

What are the age requirements for this program?

This program requires participants to be at least 18 years old.

Is housing provided for this program?

Yes, the program includes housing. Participants stay in guesthouses.

What's included in this program's fee?

The program fee includes airfare, airport transfers, equipment, some accommodation, some activities, some meals, transportation, travel insurance, visa, and wifi.

Where is this program located?

This program is a multi-country program, spanning 5 countries, including Malawi, Zambia, and Botswana.

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Fight for the poor throughout Africa, 21 month volunteer program - from ￡350

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CICD - College for International Co-operation & Development

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CICD - College for International Co-operation & Development

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Location

Multiple Locations +5

Malawi
Zambia
Botswana
Mozambique
Namibia

Project Types

Health & Safety

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Program Details

Language

English

Age Min.

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Guesthouse

Groups

Small Group (1-15)

Travel Type

Older Travelers

Pricing

$350

Price Details

The enrolment fee is ￡350. The course fee is £ 4,800 which includes accomodation, food and pocket money. If you don't have enough money for the programme, there is a possibility to raise your own scholarship! The Gaia Environmental Scholarship Course lasts 6 months in UK, before the whole programme starts.

What's Included

Accommodation Activities Airfare Airport Transfers Equipment Meals Some Accommodation Some Activities Some Meals Transportation Travel Insurance Visa Wifi

What's Not Included

Domestic Airfare SIM cards

Last Reviewed: Apr 23, 2023

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About Program

CICD has taken an active stand to some of the most burning issues of our time and have decided to stand shoulder to shoulder with The Poor.

Learning here is action based, and you will constantly be involved in projects, actions, planning and conclusions. Our teaching methods are untraditional and demanding, both for students and teachers. We all have to be active and involved to get the most out of it – this is where it starts, to create the change we want!

You will work with the community to empower them to create sustainable solutions for improving their lives. You will be applying all you have learned in the previous period of the program. The projects address areas such as: Health & Hygiene, Education, Climate Change and Farming.

This program is currently not being promoted on Go Overseas by its provider. Check with CICD - College for International Co-operation & Development for the most up-to-date information regarding the status of this program.

Program Highlights

Living in a community
World Studies
Traveling and Investigating

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I have many friends who have finished the programmes here and they are extremely positive about their experience, it is really a school of life. It can be tough and hard work, but you get the skills to become a more capable human being.
There is a lot of support in the school, but you also need to stand on your two feet and be open for challenges.
The teachers are very passionate about working together and easy to reach. There is no traditional teacher - student relation.
The school is also very safe and have strong safety policies when traveling.

Pros

Supportive and friendly teachers
Safe in school and projects
Economical support

What other participants should know

The programme can be challenging
Buildings are a bit old
You need to be ready to self organize

Being in CICD was the best choice I have ever made in my life!
I got to know people from all around the World, made friends for life and had an amazing experience in Africa that I wont ever forget.
My dreams were big and CICD helped me make them a reality and I am forever grateful!
The experience I hadtraveling overland through 7 countries in 2.5 months... WOOOW! South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi and Zambia! The best months ever and the ones which taught me more than I can explain! I changed so much and learned much more than I thought possible!
CICD was really the best thing I could have chosen! Doing Development work for 6 months was very rewarding and changed my way of seeing what is(or should be) priorities in life!

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21 months programme offers you an amazing 2 months travel overland before going to the project, I was impressed visiting more than 7 countries and making investigations about how people are living in the Southern Africa. After the 6 months based on the project can make a difference for the people more unlucky than us.
And only 350 Pounds, for enrollment fee... that's a bargain! Everyone can do it, the studies practical and theoretical are very useful for the volunteers, and are more than ready to make an impact in Africa!
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Alumni Interviews

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Why did you choose this program?

I was looking for something different, something new!

I chose a volunteering program that would challenge me and take me out of my comfort zone. I wanted to travel, see new realities, and help others. I chose this program because it offered everything I wanted and even more -- I always wanted to get to know different cultures and also live in a community!

What did your program provider assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Thankfully CICD help with everything -- food, accommodation, education, preparation, practicalities, everything! Together with my teammates and with support from CICD, I went to Mozambique for 6 months after being in the UK for another 6 months.

Without CICD this would simply have been impossible for me, and there's no way it would have been so successful without their help and support.

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What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

Get ready for the cold in the UK, and the heat in Africa! I would advise you to start fresh, let go of any preconceived ideas you have, be open to change, new experiences, and the adventure, and appreciate everything. Be flexible and you will have a great time!

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

Every day with CICD is different and challenging in its own way. You study things from a new point of view and are forced to form your own opinion, rather than relying on the opinions of others. Your life in the community makes each day unique, and your time there will depend on the project and country, but also on how much you are willing to help others.

About CICD - College for International Co-operation & Development

College for International Co-operation and Development (CICD) offers a programmes of 10 months, with international studies, training and preparation for volunteers for development projects in Africa. The training takes place at our residential college in the north east of England. Previous experience is not needed, you need to be 18+, vaccinated...

Fight for the poor throughout Africa, 21 month volunteer program - from ￡350