Volunteer in Education, Healthcare & Community Projects at Diani Beach
The experience
Join our family at Daystar Orphanage in beautiful Diani Beach, Kenya. Founded in 2013 by Gladis Kahindi, we now care for 127 children and young people, supporting them until they can support themselves. Four women are running it, Gladis, Neema, Agnes, and Lucy. We welcome volunteers with skills in education, healthcare, construction, or gardening who are passionate about making a meaningful impact while experiencing authentic community life. 💚
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing:
Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
Gardening:
Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
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 Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Basic Internet Access:
Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Intermediate English
Between 18 and 70 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Education: People with educational backgroud who can help in our school or support kids after it.
Contruction/Garden: We always need to fix something, paint, restore or take care about our vegetables.
Medical: Doctors, nurses or someone who almost finish the degree will be always more than wellcome.
Activities & Shift
Depending on the profile shifts will be different, but always flexible and always free weekends.