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Join Green Minds Youth Initiative in Kwale, Kenya, and help create lasting environmental and community impact. Volunteers support tree planting, recycling, beach clean-ups, environmental education, sustainable farming, snail farming, and youth programs. We also welcome skills in photography, social media, fundraising, and design. Experience authentic Kenyan culture while contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.
20 hours of help per week
Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.
Social Work: Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Farming: Plant crops, sow seeds and help in outside tasks.
Gardening: Help grow plants and cultivate gardens
Amount: € 65 Per week
Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project
Description: Volunteers will contribute 65 euro per week to cater for accommodation, Food, WIFI and Transport.
3 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.
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
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Beginner Swahili
Over 18 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
At Green Minds Youth Initiative, we believe volunteering is a partnership built on mutual respect, learning, and shared purpose. We welcome volunteers who are enthusiastic, open-minded, adaptable, and willing to contribute their skills while embracing new experiences. You do not need to be an expert in environmental conservation what matters most is a positive attitude, reliability, and a genuine passion for making a difference.
As a volunteer, you will work alongside our team and local community members on projects that promote environmental conservation and sustainable development. Depending on the season and our priorities, your tasks may include tree planting and nursery management, beach and community clean-ups, waste recycling and upcycling, environmental education, sustainable farming, snail farming, biodiversity conservation, and supporting community outreach activities. If you have skills in photography, videography, graphic design, social media, fundraising, proposal writing, website management, or research, we encourage you to use those talents to strengthen our organization.
We expect volunteers to be respectful of local customs and culture, communicate openly, arrive on time for agreed activities, and work collaboratively with our team. We also encourage creativity and initiative. If you have ideas that could improve our projects or introduce new activities, we would love to hear them.
In return, you can expect a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where your contributions are appreciated. We will introduce you to our projects, explain your responsibilities, and provide guidance throughout your stay.
Daily Activities
Tree planting and tree nursery maintenance
Beach and community clean-up activities
Waste collection, recycling, and upcycling projects
Environmental education and awareness campaigns
Sustainable farming and snail farming support
Community outreach and youth engagement
Photography and videography during activities
Social media content creation and storytelling
Graphic design, website updates, and communications (where applicable)
Research, proposal writing, fundraising, and project documentation
Shifts
Volunteers typically contribute 5 hours per day, 4 days a week, with three days off to relax or explore the local area. Activities usually take place in the morning to avoid the afternoon heat, although some days may include community events, school visits, planning meetings, or creative office work. Every week is different depending on ongoing projects, weather conditions, and community needs. We value teamwork, flexibility, and open communication, and we always ensure volunteers have time to rest, learn, and enjoy the beautiful Kenyan coast.
Passionate about community work and have an open mind to learn adapt to new experiences.
Open to cultural exchange as well as respectful of the community’s traditions and values
Creative and proactive in their field of choice and open to guide/teach the community for the betterment of the community and environment at large.
Experience is a plus, but your mindset matters more.
You don’t have to be perfect just willing to learn, share, and grow with us.
Alcohol and drug use during volunteer activities is not permitted, and we expect everyone to help keep shared spaces clean and organized.
Most importantly, come with an open mind, embrace cultural exchange, and be ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying an unforgettable experience on Kenya's beautiful coast.
