What Volunteers Say!

"I would definitely work with orphans again, I felt so good about helping other people and making a difference in their lives."
Yuki, Japan

How to Volunteer

We offer a step-by-step guide on how you can work with us as a volunteer.

Our Location

Imagine people from Africa, Europe, Asia and America stay in a tiny Kenyan village and build a community house together with the locals – this is CIVS. We believe in grassroots development and help for self-help. We are a Kenyan organization working with volunteers from all over the world to serve the needy local population. CIVS major aims are sustainability and intercultural exchange. Our volunteers are field agents for properly planned projects. Karibuni CIVS – Welcome to CIVS!

Featured Projects

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Garissa Youth Project: Empowering the Youth in Garissa

CIVS and EDC (Education Development Center) are implementing this project which is designed to empower youths to make sound careers, build skills, provide employment and/or income generating information, bridge technical and university education opportunities and make important life decisions.... Learn more »
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The Empis Ahero Project: Changing lives at Ahero

This is a community oriented project initiated by CIVS with an aim of supporting the orphans and vulnerable children and their caretakers in Nyando and Kisumu districts. The target communities is challenged by facing the high number of orphans due to the high HIV/AIDS rate in the area.... Learn more »
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