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Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?
Ever thought of traveling to Uganda? Know that it's a peaceful, vibrant country. Ugandans are famous for their hospitality and LOVE working with international volunteers. The Real Uganda's volunteers are motivated, collaborative, self-starters, aged 18-65. They work year round in our integrated community development programs. Join our schools, organic farms, health centers, and women's groups....
Ever thought of traveling to Uganda? Know that it's a peaceful, vibrant country. Ugandans are famous for their hospitality and LOVE working with international volunteers. The Real Uganda's volunteers are motivated, collaborative, self-starters, aged 18-65. They work year round in our integrated community development programs. Join our schools, organic farms, health centers, and women's groups. All placements begin the 1st and 15th of every month. They last from 2 to 12 weeks. Volunteers bring encouragement, creativity, and love to our communities by engaging in a variety of activities: - organizing arts, crafts, and sports in primary schools; - joining in on meal preparations, daily chores, and general child care at boarding schools; - mentoring and training underprivilege...
Program Highlights
Engage in a variety of activities that help real people improve their lives.
Learn about the successes and challenges of life in a developing country.
Build life long relationships with local people and volunteers from all over the world.
Spend your time with empowered Ugandans, totally immersed in local culture and way of life.
Enjoy weekends exploring Uganda. Choose from zip-lining in a rain forest, white water rafting the Nile, wildlife safari, and primate tracking.
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- Rural Areas, Uganda
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- AIDS
- Arts
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
- Culture
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- All Nationalities
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The simple things in life
by: Kathy Lynch - AustraliaProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?My volunteering time with The Real Uganda was an eye opening experience and a reminder that a simple life can be so rewarding to others and myself. Learning from the locals and using my skills and knowledge with them was incredible. My experience was so life changing and memorable that nineteen years on, I am still in contact with the Real Uganda.
Aw, Kathy! Thanks so much for the kind words and tonnes of love over the years, Leslie
Amazing unforgettable experience
by: Deborah Pardon - United KingdomProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?From the moment we landed to the time we were collected for our return flight we were offered every opportunity to immerse ourselves in the Ugandan way of life. Amazing tour guides and travel partners.
From volunteer to association founder
by: Jens Hirschfeld - GermanyProgram: Have you ever thought of volunteering in Uganda?That's my (short) story from volunteering in Uganda in 2014 to founding my own NGO in Germany in November 2019. My time with The Real Uganda began in September 2014, on a rainy day in the middle of the night at the airport in Entebbe. Leslie from The Real Uganda picked me up and I spent the first 48h at her volunteer base in Mukono, enjoying a first orientation. I was then drawn to my chosen projects in Lugazi, an hour away from Mukono, on the third day. My current friend and project ...
Program Details
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Locations
- Rural Areas, Uganda
Types & Subjects
- AIDS
- Arts
- Childcare & Children
- Community Development
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Essay
- Online Application
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