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This volunteer position supports Namwase Sylvia, a widowed mother of eight, as she works toward building stability and self-reliance for her family. Volunteers assist with tailoring practice, basic business skills, and community outreach based on their abilities. All activities are structured and supervised by Innocent Hope Without Borders Africa in partnership with Mutuukuvu Orphanage Center, ensuring meaningful and responsible impact.
3 hours of help per day
Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Amount: US$ 50 Per day
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers and Materials for volunteer activities
Description: Accommodation is free. The $50 daily contribution covers meals, security, utilities, transport, fuel, vehicle maintenance, and coordination. For this women empowerment position supporting Namwase Sylvia, the program also strengthens her path toward stable income, her children’s school fees, and improved living conditions through structured, supervised engagement. No hidden costs.
3 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Bikes at your disposal: You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
The Help Namwase Sylvia Program is a women empowerment initiative designed to support a widowed mother of eight in Budiope as she rebuilds her life through sustainable skills, stable housing, and long-term independence.
After the loss of her husband, Sylvia was left without a permanent home or reliable income. Through this program, she has been enrolled in tailoring training to gain practical skills for self-reliance. At the same time, she is actively making bricks to build a simple home for her children.
The program focuses on:
•Tailoring and vocational skill development.
•Basic entrepreneurship and income-generation support.
•Educational assistance for her eight children.
•Community mentorship and empowerment.
As the program grows, we shall gradually bring her children on board one by one under different support positions — including education sponsorship, mentorship, skills development, and child welfare support — to ensure each child receives focused and meaningful assistance.
All activities are structured and supervised by Innocent Hope Without Borders Africa in partnership with Mutuukuvu Orphanage Centre, ensuring accountability and sustainable impact.
🔹 PROGRAM ACTIVITIES
Volunteers and supporters may participate in:
•Tailoring Support – Assisting with practice, fabric cutting, basic stitching guidance, and machine use supervision.
•Business Mentorship – Teaching simple budgeting, savings, pricing, and customer care skills.
•Bricklaying Support (Light Tasks) – Assisting with safe, supervised tasks as Sylvia works toward building her home.
•Education Support – Helping with school follow-ups, basic tutoring, and sponsorship coordination for the children.
•Community Outreach – Awareness visits, documentation, and impact storytelling.
•Child Mentorship – As the children are gradually enrolled under different support positions, volunteers may assist with mentorship and academic encouragement.
All activities are structured and supervised by Innocent Hope Without Borders Africa in partnership with Mutuukuvu Orphanage Centre.
⏰ VOLUNTEER SHIFTS
MORNING SHIFT (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)
•Tailoring practice support.
•Bricklaying/light construction support.
•School follow-up activities.
AFTERNOON SHIFT (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
•Business mentorship sessions.
•Tutoring and mentorship for children.
•Community outreach activities.
NB: Shifts are flexible depending on volunteer availability and program needs.
PROGRAM RULES đź“‹
1. Respect & Dignity – Treat Sylvia and her children with respect at all times.
2. Child Protection First – No inappropriate contact, language, or unsupervised interaction with children.
3. Follow Supervision – All activities must follow guidance from Innocent Hope Without Borders Africa in partnership with Mutuukuvu Orphanage Centre.
4. No Direct Cash Giving – All financial support must go through official program channels for transparency.
5. Photography Policy – Photos and videos require permission before sharing publicly.
6. Professional Conduct – No alcohol, drugs, or inappropriate behavior during program hours.
7. Commitment & Timekeeping – Volunteers must respect agreed schedules and responsibilities.
8. Cultural Sensitivity – Honor local customs, values, and community standards.
9. Smoking Policy – Smoking is not allowed around children or activity areas. If necessary, please ask for an appropriate designated place.
NB: These rules help maintain accountability, safety, and long-term positive impact.
