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Waste Reduction Volunteer Program in Zambia

by: African Impact

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Are you passionate about environmental conservation and sustainability? Then, travel to Zambia for this sustainability initiative that aims to reduce the impact of plastic waste on the environment, African wildlife, and people. The Waste Reduction Volunteer program in Zambia is open to international volunteers who work together with a local community in Livingstone to come up with practical, s...

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Program Highlights

Help reduce waste and the impact of plastic by creating ecobricks that can then be used to build sustainable structures for the local community.

Be on the frontline of locally grown solutions that reuse and recycle waste, and propose alternative waste management solutions that avoid littering in the streets.

Build awareness of plastic pollution in the villages surrounding Livingstone by educating adults and children on the issue of waste and its impact on health, wildlife, and the wider environment.

Get involved in plastic and waste clean-ups in and around the town of Livingstone, including collecting trash from the rivers that feed the Zambezi River and the magnificent Victoria Falls.

Live and work near one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the majestic Victoria Falls, and enjoy some of the amazing activities that Livingstone has to offer, including bungee jumping.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Livingstone, Zambia
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Agriculture
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development
  • Environment
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
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Recognitions

Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.06

Total Reviews

73

Very rewarding experience, highly recommend!

by: AilishProgram: Waste Reduction Volunteer Program in Zambia
9

I came to African Impact for 10 days and I have loved everything about my experience. Staff are so unbelievably friendly, always greeted with a smile and a laugh. I loved being out on project and interacting with the community, I feel I really got out of my trip what I wanted and am so grateful to have been able to experience this. There were lots of opportunities to engage with local culture and the weekend activities such as the trip to Chobe National Park have created memories I will never fo...

I absolutely loved my time here in Zambia, from the day I arrived everybody was extremely friendly and nice. I got a great mix of project work from eco bricking in the mornings to after school activities in the afternoon. I would definitely like to come back and will be recommending to all of my friends.

An essential experience

by: Adrian TiminProgram: Waste Reduction Volunteer Program in Zambia
10

This experience was the first of its kind for me, therefore it is especially valuable. While you won’t be able to experience the hardships of living in Zambia first-hand very much, you can gain an understanding of local life through teaching kids, playing with kids, talking to staff, and doing things such as a village tour and a “cultural afternoon”, which included a detailed talk about local life and tradition, local food, and a wedding with traditional dancing. Aside from the cultural educatio...

Program Details

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Locations

  • Livingstone, Zambia

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Agriculture
  • Building & Construction Projects
  • Community Development

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

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