Community Development Empowerment Project
NO. OF VOLUNTEERS : 10
START & END DATES
06 - 23 December 2024
ORIENTATION DAY
05 December 2024
SAFARI DATES
02 - 04 December 2024
ACCOMODATION & FOOD
Shared Rooms / Local Food (3 meals)
LOCATION
Sagalla, Voi Constituency, Taita-Taveta County
Environmental Conservation and Social Work
CODEP project was started to empower the local community to improve living standards in areas of agriculture, education, water, shelter, and environmental conservation.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Immerse yourself in community life
- Live and work with a group of international and local volunteers
- Joins forces toward a collective goal
- Free time on the weekend to discover Kenya
- CIVS organizes tours and safaris to spectacular sites of interest in Kenya
- Affordable fees which include airport pick up, accommodation, meals, orientation and 24/7 support
General Information
300 Euros
Volunteers participating in a workcamp will be required to pay the fee has to be paid upfront on arrival in full. The workcamp fee includes the following:
- Airport pick up upon arrival & Airport drop off after the workcamp
- Up to 3 nights’ accommodation in Nairobi
- Introduction to Kenyan life through a Nairobi City Center Tour before the workcamp
- Workcamp Orientation at the CIVS office in Nairobi or the workcamp site
- Food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Workcamp facilitation and mentoring of volunteers by an experienced workcamp leader
- Certificate of participation for the volunteer
- All administrative costs
The following costs are NOT included:
- Flight ticket & Visa costs
- Local travelling : from the office to the project
- Cost of drinks like soda, beer, mineral water etc
- Cost of sightseeing
- Direct donations to the project
All volunteers taking part in this project will be picked up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi. CIVS will arrange accommodation before and after the workcamp in a host family in the Buruburu area of Nairobi.
There will be a one-day orientation for all participants the day before the workcamp starts.
Accommodation will be at the project in shared rooms and it is important that you have your own sleeping bag and mosquito net. During the workcamp, volunteers will get food from locally available foodstuffs and will share the responsibility of preparing the food. Safe drinking water is available throughout. Alternatively mineral drinking water can also be purchased from the nearby shops.
Sleeping bag, sleeping mat, and mosquito net are necessary. You can also bring photos of your country, clothes, books, pens, toys etc
During weekends, volunteers can visit Taita Hills for camping and hiking, Mombasa Beach, Lake Jipe and Lake Chala, treks to Mzima springs and game drives at Tsavo National Parks.
Leisure activities’ cost is not included in the participation fee.
CIVS Kenya organizes tours and safaris to spectacular sites of interest in Kenya. Volunteers, who wish to participate, should let us know as soon as possible in order to enable us to make proper arrangements. The fee charged is all-inclusive of meals, transport, park entry fees, accommodation and tour guiding.
The cost of a 3-days safari to Masai Mara National Reserve is 400 Euros by Tour van and 480 Euros by a Landcruiser jeep.
It includes: –
Day 1: Nairobi – Maasai Mara: game viewing drive in the evening
Day 2: Maasai Mara game viewing drive in the morning and the evening
Day 3: Maasai Mara game viewing drive in the early morning
Project Profile
Sagalla, located in south-eastern Kenya experiences a semi-arid climate, characterized by hot and dry conditions, especially during the long dry seasons. The temperatures can often soar, and precipitation can be scarce. However, some highland areas exist, where the climate is more temperate, offering cooler temperatures and more favorable conditions for agriculture. This climatic variation creates distinct environmental challenges and opportunities for the conservation of plants and animals.
Conservation efforts in Sagalla are vital to preserve the rich biodiversity of the region. The county is home to several unique and endangered species, including the Taita Hills Weaver bird found nowhere else in the world, and the Taita Hills Purple Granular Frog which is critically endangered. To conserve these species, it’s crucial to protect and restore their habitats. Afforestation and reforestation initiatives can help combat deforestation and soil erosion, safeguarding critical ecosystems. Moreover, implementing sustainable agricultural practices and promoting wildlife-friendly land management can strike a balance between human needs and wildlife conservation.
Community engagement plays a pivotal role in the conservation of Taita Taveta’s natural resources. It’s essential to work closely with local communities, providing education on the importance of conservation to the community. Volunteering in this project will help you learn the local culture, learn new skills in agriculture and permaculture, gain experience in coastal rural life settings, make a positive impact on the environment and the community, and make friendships with the people.
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
- Farm work: weeding, digging, and planting
- Fetching water from the local reservoirs
- Planting, watering, and caring for trees in homesteads
- School visits: Participate in Sports activities, teaching, mentoring, playing and preparing meals for kids at local schools
- Renovating houses for the old
- Carrying out cleaning activities around their compound and locality
- Assisting the local elderly with their daily chores like cleaning and cooking
In this workcamp, volunteers will have a chance to do evening walks, home visits, cultural meetings, and games. During weekends, volunteers can visit the Taita Hills for camping and hiking, treks to Mzima springs, visit Mombasa Beach, game drives at Tsavo National Parks, Lake Jipe and Lake Chala. Leisure activities’ costs are not included in the participation fee.
MAKE THE DIFFERENCE
EMAIL US YOUR REQUEST
WE WILL SEND YOU THE INFO SHEET & REQUIREMENTS
PROJECT PLACEMENT BEGINS
AWAITING YOUR ARRIVAL
Any Question?
CIVS will respond to any question.
ABOUT US
The Center for International Voluntary Service (CIVS Kenya) is a Community Development Organization working with local marginalized communities in Kenya to support them in their development and fight the poverty through volunteering and community development programs.
REACH US
- +254 (20) 780909
- +254 722 210968
- info@civskenya.com
OUR LOCATION
- Mumias Road, Buruburu Business Center, Rubis Station Building P.O. Box 824 00515 Buruburu, Nairobi, Kenya.