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Join Us in Empowering Vulnerable Children: Become a Social Worker with PLANE Uganda!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children? PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) Uganda is a dedicated community initiative in Fort Portal Tourism City and Kabarole district, Western Uganda, focused on empowering children through education and essential resources. We provide exercise books, pens, uniforms, school bags, and scholars
18 hours of help per week
Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports: Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.
2 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.
Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Free Parties: Get free entrance for the best parties in town.
Free Events: Get free entrance for the best events in town.
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.
Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.
Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.
Permaculture Course: Take part in our Permaculture course for free.
Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Join Us in Empowering Vulnerable Children: Become a Social Worker with PLANE Uganda!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children? PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) Uganda is a dedicated community initiative in Fort Portal Tourism City and Kabarole district, Western Uganda, focused on empowering children through education and essential resources. We provide exercise books, pens, uniforms, school bags, and scholarships to those in need, striving to create brighter futures for our community’s youth.
Currently, we support 60 vulnerable children, but we need your help to expand our impact! We are seeking compassionate social workers to assist in establishing a vocational skilling center aimed at equipping children who have dropped out of school or cannot pursue higher education with valuable skills for their future.
As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in providing mentorship, guidance, and support to these children, helping them build confidence and resilience. Together, we can uplift lives, foster hope, and create pathways to success for those who need it most. If you’re ready to be a part of this transformative journey and empower the next generation, we invite you to apply and join us in making a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children!
As a social worker volunteer with PLATFORM for the NEEDY (PLANE) Uganda, you will engage in a variety of meaningful activities aimed at empowering vulnerable children through education and skills development. You will work on week days Monday to Friday but have two days of rest or off. Your key responsibilities will include:
1. Mentorship and Support: Provide one-on-one mentorship to children, offering guidance and encouragement to help them navigate their educational and personal challenges.
2. Vocational Skills Training: Assist in the development and implementation of vocational training programs, teaching practical skills such as tailoring, carpentry, or computer literacy to children who have dropped out of school.
3. Community Outreach: Conduct outreach activities to identify and connect with vulnerable children in the community, ensuring they receive the support and resources they need.
4. Educational Workshops: Organize and facilitate workshops focused on life skills, financial literacy, and personal development to empower children and prepare them for future opportunities.
5. Resource Distribution: Help distribute essential educational materials, such as exercise books, uniforms, and school supplies, to ensure children have the tools they need to succeed in school.
6. Collaboration with Local Schools: Work closely with local schools and community and international organizations to create partnerships that enhance educational opportunities for vulnerable children.
Through these activities, you will play a vital role in transforming the lives of children in need, helping them build a brighter future.
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Since you will be working with the children, we ask you to stick to the Ugandan laws on not abusing and violating children rights. Not allowed to drink and smoke in public. Not using abusing language.
