Program: Women's Education Volunteer Program in Kenya - Nairobi

Interested in Women’s Education volunteering in Kenya? M.T.Expediton’s Women’s Education project enables volunteers to assist at centers that support women affected by HIV/AIDS and their families. Volunteers will gain experience working with women in under-resourced communities by providing companionship, guidance, and sometimes childcare. The primary aim of this project is to empower women through income-generating projects, education, and skills training. Volunteers may also have the opportunity to take part in outreach and HIV/AIDS education campaigns in the local communities and food programs in schools.

What to expect and how you'll make an impact

More than 1.6 million Kenyans live with HIV/AIDS, and women make up a disproportionately high percentage of that number. They often also lack access to education, healthcare, and employment meaning there is little chance for them to improve their wellbeing or circumstances.

As a volunteer on the Women’s Education project in Kenya, you will work closely with centers that support women affected by HIV/AIDS and assist in a range of areas, including counseling, skills training, providing education, and childcare. This project is particularly good for those with skills and interests in arts and craft-making, as well as an interest in supporting women to become self-sufficient. Volunteer duties may include helping with:

• Sewing and tailoring
• Candle-making
• Jewelry creation
• Courses on finance and small business management

Not all of the women this project works with suffer from HIV/AIDS; some have joined the centers to help improve their overall living situation and upskill with the goal of becoming financially independent. You may also help with community outreach work HIV/AIDS education and feeding programs in wider local communities, schools, and slum areas.

Why do Women's Education Volunteers in Nairobi with M.T.Expedition?

When you volunteer with women in Kenya you’ll be adding value to the local community, while also developing personally and professionally by:

• Improving access to education and support services for women
• Helping women develop skills and confidence
• Developing your communication skills
• Gaining experience in HIV/AIDs support
• Immersing yourself in Kenya’s diverse culture
• Discovering Africa’s amazing wildlife

Volunteer requirements

• Volunteers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to participate in this program
• All volunteers aged 13+ are required to provide a criminal background check to M.T. Expedition prior to departure. Those aged 13-17, if unable to obtain a criminal background check, can provide two character reference letters instead
• All volunteers are required to have adequate volunteer travel insurance
• All volunteers must speak fluent English.