KHAYA Volunteer Projects
Why choose KHAYA Volunteer Projects?
Established in 2005, Khaya is a volunteer organisation driven by a vision of community, lasting relationships, and impactful change. The name “Khaya” means village, or dwelling, but it also has strong connotations of belonging. Khaya Volunteer Projects ensure that all of their volunteers experience a secure sense of belonging in the communities where they work. With an emphasis on local organizati...
Established in 2005, Khaya is a volunteer organisation driven by a vision of community, lasting relationships, and impactful change. The name “Khaya” means village, or dwelling, but it also has strong connotations of belonging. Khaya Volunteer Projects ensure that all of their volunteers experience a secure sense of belonging in the communities where they work. With an emphasis on local organizations and companies, Khaya places volunteers in carefully selected projects that aim to introduce volunteers to the diverse cultures and socio-political landscapes of African countries. Small, focused projects ensure maximum involvement of volunteers, and a personal, hands-on experience for all participants. Choosing to volunteer with Khaya Volunteer Projects means contributing to their main goal: u...
KHAYA Volunteer Projects Reviews
Hear what past participants have to say about the programs
Overall Rating
Total Reviews
Experience of a lifetime
by: Fleur de Groot - NetherlandsProgram: Missionvale Care Center, South AfricaThe day and weekend trips i have done and seen amazing stuff. I really loved experiencing what it is like to live in another country and culture than that which i am used to. I also met some amazing people.
Impressive
by: Maud Blokzyl - NetherlandsProgram: Missionvale Care Center, South AfricaGetting to know new people who i became friends with. The happy, grateful and appreciative people in Missionvale. Jeff and Arlene were so kind to us. Amazing weekend trips. I learned alot and i will never forget.
Unforgettable
by: Femke Stoffels - NetherlandsProgram: Missionvale Care Center, South AfricaMeeting new people with different interests. Experience volunteer work. I will never forget all the stories and people i have met. I enjoyed the weather the project and everything that i learned about myself. i am happy with the organization.
KHAYA Volunteer Projects Programs
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Interviews
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Joana Krawczak
Interviewed in 2018
Joana Krawczak, 23 years old, graduated from university in 2017 with a BA of Arts (Media Science/Literature & Culture). She has traveled and worked in...
Joana Krawczak
Interviewed in 2018
What inspired you to travel abroad?
You recently joined the team at Khaya. What inspired you to work with Khaya?
Anja Renberg
Participated in 2018
Anja Renberg is a volunteer in her 40’s from Norway. She sits on her bum all day working in customer service, so she enjoys escaping to another world ...
Anja Renberg
Participated in 2018
I’m an older volunteer and I’ve always loved traveling. To be able to combine exploring the world with helping animals and people is amazing, and I tend to volunteer on all my main holidays now.
Raphael Obertreis
Participated in 2018
Raphael Obertreis is 17 years old. He is a student in class 11 at the Waldorf School in Backnang (Germany, Baden-Württemberg). He has been to almost e...
Raphael Obertreis
Participated in 2018
I like to see new cultures. I also love to travel. My Dad went to South Africa before and he said that I had to see it. I also love adventures. I mean is there any better adventure than this?
Recognitions
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