4 - 12 Weeks | Mozambique | Community Project
Give back through immersion in authentic local experiences on unique, sustainable projects.
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DESTINATION(S): |
Eswatini |
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DURATION: |
4 - 12 Weeks |
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INCLUDES: |
Airport transfers, accommodation, meals, orientation and support from local staff |
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First START DATES: |
1st Monday of the Month (every month except December) |
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PERFECT FOR: |
Adventurers, students, gap year projects |
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RATES (FROM): |
Please contact us for a quote |
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Volunteer to help care for orphaned and vulnerable children in Eswatini.
The Child Care Project gives you the opportunity to assist these vulnerable children working with our local staff and community volunteers in a number of different ways; by assisting with pre-school education and facilitating the All Out Africa syllabus of activities, providing meals, helping to guide the children, while giving them care and adult support.
With the world’s highest HIV/AIDS prevalence, many of Eswatini’s children have lost their parents and thus face food shortages, lack of adequate shelter and care, poverty and lack access to education.
All Out Africa established and supports Eight Neighbourhood Care Points (NCP’s) in Eswatini each of which hosts between 30 and 80 children.
The role of these NCP’s is to provide pre-school education, food, support and guidance to vulnerable and orphaned children in their communities. The NCP’s enable these children to remain living with their extended family by providing free education, meals and support to relieve financial pressure on an already stretched family support network. This concept established by UNICEF has been a much-needed response to the HIV/AIDS crises in Eswatini where one in three children are vulnerable. These NCP’s provide safe environments within the community for these children to grow and thrive during their early development and offer a foundation for the child’s education.
YOUR ROLE
- Airport Transfers Teaching English and maths and marking worksheets
- Leading role play and imagination activities
- Designing activities that support the syllabus
- Reading stories & facilitating learning through storytelling
- Giving support and attention to the children
- Organizing games & sports activities to help them learn
- Assisting with preparing and serving meals
- Teaching basic life skills including teeth cleaning & hygiene
Please note: The activities listed above are based on availability and may vary by season. These are samples of activities that are volunteers are likely to participate in.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When you work with children, you will be in the rural areas where modesty will be an important factor. Please make sure you dress appropriately- failure to do so may result in you missing a day of volunteering. More information about the dress code will follow in the pre-flight guide.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A VOLUNTEER
07:00
Wake up to see the sunshine and get yourself started for the day with hearty breakfast!
07:30
Get up begin your day with breakfast on the deck.
08:30
Travel to your NCP placement - you will usually be placed in pairs and will be accompanied on your first day. Once you're familiar with the journey you will make travel with your partner on public transport.
09:00
Participate in your chosen project assisting with teaching basic English and supporting the teacher through helping with delivering fun learning activities focussed on basic pre-school level literacy and numeracy. Depending on your placement, travel time might vary from 20 minutes to an hour. You will generally be expected to stay around three hours and assist with serving lunch to the children, though if you have a very long journey you might find you can leave a little earlier to allow for travel time.
12:00
Time to return to the lodge for lunch .
14:30
Depart for your afternoon’s work with a full stomach and enthusiasm – this will involve assisting at an afterwork homework club at our NCPs for primary school children. You will assist the children with their school homework and finish with some fun activities, games or song and dance to develop self-confidence. Homework club is Monday to Wednesday, about 1.5 hours each day. Their are sometimes organised activities on Thursdays and Friday afternoons are always free.
16:00
Return back to your accommodation and share your day’s adventures with other volunteers, maybe even a quick dip in the pool!
18:00
Enjoy a delicious evening meal and relax!
Itinerary for your experience
Day 1
Day 2
The second day begins with an informative presentation that will brief you on all you need to know about the culture and country, how to effectively contribute during your volunteer experience.
In the afternoon you will embark on a Cultural Tour where you will visit the museum to learn about Swazi history and culture and then will walk around a real Swazi village to experience day-to-day life in Eswatini.
Day 3 - 5
Day 3-5 and other weekdays you will spend these days volunteering on your project.
Day 29
Sadly all great adventures must come to an end and on your final day you will leave the lodge in and will be transferred to Johannesburg O R Tambo International Airport for your flight home.
Airport transfer is included and facilitated by All Out Africa if on the designated departure day.
Day 29 Onward
Continue with your volunteer project as described on day 3-5, giving you more time to contribute to your project. Monday to Fridays are at the project, Saturdays and Sundays are free time to explore the region or just relax! Transfer is provided to Johannesburg on the Monday after your chosen number of weeks.
RATES
Pricing Details
What's Included
- Comprehensive 24 hours, 7 days a week support from All Out Africa
- Comprehensive orientation to the country
- All food and accommodation throughout your stay
What's Included
- Volunteer projects specifically designed to enable you to make an active contribution during your stay
- Support of volunteer project coordinators who are experts in their fields which ensure the volunteer experience is valuable
What's Excluded
- Flights
- Personal Expenses
- Travel Documents/Visas
- Personal Trips
- Daily Travel Costs to Your Project Placement
DATES & AVAILABILITY
This project starts on the first Monday of every month, except December.
GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION
What To Bring
- Mobile phone with roaming OR “unlocked”(Buy local network SIM on arrival)
- Sunglasses/Sun hat/Bandanna/Sun cream
- Insect repellent
- Day pack/rucksack for everyday
- Small torch (a head torch is preferable)
- Toiletries/ Hand sanitizer (You can easily buy toiletries on arrival in Eswatini - there is a large modern mall with a variety of shops close to the lodge accommodation)
- Personal basic first aid kit
- Boots &/or sturdy trainers
- Flip flops/Sandals/Swimwear
- Fun &/or casual wear for the weekend!
- Light waterproof jacket
Accommodation
- During your stay, you will be accommodated in an award-winning Lidwala Lodge in Ezulwini Valley.
- Hot showers
- Clean toilets.
- Three meals a day will also be provided, some on a self-serve basis and others cooked for you.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need experience to join this project?
How long is the work day?
This can vary but typically you will depart from your accommodation around 08:30am to arrive at your project and get started around 09:00. There is always a lunch break of at least one hour, and projects will resume in the afternoon with a finish time around 16:00. You'll have plenty of free time to relax and explore in the evenings and at weekends.
How many people will I be working alongside?
Each month we have a variety of volunteers join us from all over the world. In most cases you will be staying at a lodge with shared accommodation with perhaps 4-20+ other volunteers, however, these volunteers may be split amongst several different volunteer projects during the day. This is a great opportunity to meet and mix with volunteers who have different interests, but still get to have an intimate project experience! Childcare volunteers in Eswatini are usually placed in pairs.
What is the typical age of participants on the programme?
When/how should I book by flights?
Please don't book your flights until we have confirmed your place and advised you on which airport you must fly to and on any time restrictions you must stick to in order to meet our transfers. For this project transfers are from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport and arrival must be before midday on the Monday start date (first Monday of the month). Departure flights should be booked with a departure after 16:00. If you struggle to find appropriate flights please let us know so that we can assist. We can recommend a backpackers lodge close to the airport in case you need to arrive the evening before your start date.
Do I need any vaccinations?
Please check with your primary healthcare provider for the most current advice and let them know that you will be traveling to southern Africa. They may want to make sure all of your vaccinations are up to date and may have health recommendations for you. Essentially, it is up to you to seek current advice and decide whether you want to want to get vaccinated or take any malaria prophylaxis.
What about visas?
Visa requirements will depend on your nationality and it is your own responsibility to check whether or not you need a visa, so make sure you check on your local governments’ travel site for the most up to date information. However, many nationalities are able to obtain a 30-day tourist visa on entry at the border. If you are staying for longer periods our staff will help you with an extension in the country.
What about travel insurance?
It is your own responsibilty to obtain sufficient insurance cover for medical emergencies and other mishaps that could occur on your trip. It is strongly recommended that all volunteers have a valid travel insurance policy that will cover them for the duration of their stay.
Where does your project fees go?
By signing up with us you are donating your time and skills to work directly with communities in need through a structured project. There are many benefits of volunteering with an organization like ours. Sometimes it is hard to find projects to support in a foreign country that are safe, worthwhile and reputable. When you sign-up for one of our projects for 2 or 12-weeks, you become part of a bigger, sustainable plan that our team of qualified staff has carefully crafted. You will also receive travel and visa support, orientation, a safe place to stay, logistical support, in addition to clear expectations of the work you will do. This is why we charge a fee for volunteering or interning abroad.
Your project fee goes towards a company you can trust, an experience that is worthwhile and an opportunity that will make a positive and sustainable impact on the community you have chosen to serve.
BOOKING
Please complete our enquiry form and one of our team members will be in contact with you to start planning your African Adventure. Alternatively you can contact us directly via WhatsApp or Email with any questions you might have.
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Phone/WhatsApp:
+268 7865 4029 -
Email:
bookings@alloutafrica.com -
Office Details:
All Out Africa Projects, Lidwala Lodge,
Roki Centre, MR 103, Ezulwini, Eswatini -
Office Hours:
Mon - Fri: 8h00 - 17h00
Sat - Sun: CLOSED
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