Hosted by TWESA IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

Community Agents of Change

Location

Malawi

Length

1 to 40 weeks

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Program Details

Language

English

Age Min.

Age Max

Timeframe

Year Round

Housing

Host Family Hostel

Groups

Small Group (1-15)

Travel Type

Budget Family Older Travelers Solo Women

Pricing

Starting Price

Price Details

We ask volunteers to contribute $10 USD per day of which $8USD goes towards meals, groceries and accommodation costs and $2USD goes towards charity work TWESA is doing. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements before arriving - Vegetarian, vegan and other diets can be catered for. If volunteers require any other snacks beside the three main meals these can easily be purchased in the local market or a nearby supermarket. Bottled water is not included but is also available in the supermarket. The good news is that construction of our first building at our recently established Community Resource Centre is almost through and ready for use. We are also able to host some of the volunteers at this place which has electricity.

What's Included

Accommodation Some Activities Meals SIM cards

What's Not Included

Airfare Domestic Airfare Airport Transfers Equipment Transportation Travel Insurance Visa Wifi

Last Updated: Aug 12, 2024

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About Program

TWESA is a local NGO based in Karonga, Malawi, which was established on 1st December 2015. TWESA aims to positively impact the citizens of Karonga district to create a healthy, educated, and gender-balanced society.
To achieve sustainable community development in Karonga, Malawi, TWESA is working in four thematic areas:
● Women and Youth Empowerment: Training in income generation activities and encouragement to take part in decision-making processes.
● Climate Change and Sustainable Agriculture: Tree planting activities, promotion and construction of improved firewood cooking stoves, briquette fabrication from rice husks, promotion of organic farming techniques, and raising awareness about environmental issues.
● Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene: Training of villagers in hygienic issues, waste collection activities, facilitation of the construction of public toilets, and awareness raising about the importance of a clean and hygienic environment.
● HIV/AIDS and nutrition: Awareness

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Video and Photos

TWESA members outside the office after a "keep Karonga Clean" Campaign

TWESA members welcoming Linda and Bradley a couple from USA at the resource center

TWESA members donating world maps at Bwiba primary school

Program Highlights

Experience the natural blessings of the warm heart of Africa. Interact with the Malawian community with diverse culture. Be part of the providers of solutions to community problems. visit interesting places like the Karonga museum, lake Malawi, etc

Program Impact

Volunteers with specific skills and experience can request to work with one of our local partners outside of TWESA. For example, we can help doctors or those with a medical background to be placed in a local hospital or arrange for teachers to assist in a school. Volunteers are encouraged to come forward with creative concepts for new projects which can help the community. In the past, volunteers have decided to buy paint and redecorate the classrooms at an underfunded school, or to offer free counselling sessions in a nearby prison. While we welcome all ideas, we do request that you continue to involve TWESA in your plans during your stay through continued communication with other members, and by attending the weekly meetings.