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Once, these classrooms were filled with children, learning and dreams. Today, they are waiting for a new chapter. 🏫🌱
We’re working to revive Mt Olives School in Sibanga, Kitale, Kenya and transform it into a space where young people, women and the wider community can learn, grow, connect and find new opportunities.
And we’re opening our doors to volunteers from Kenya and the global community. 🌍❤️
10 hours of help per week
Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.
2 days off per week
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.
Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
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
Fluent English or Beginner Swahili
Between 18 and 60 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Mt Olives Community Empowerment Centre is a community-led initiative based in Sibanga, Trans Nzoia County, Kenya, established to create opportunities for young people, women and other underserved members of the community to develop skills, access opportunities and participate meaningfully in their communities. The initiative is rooted in a community space that was previously used as Mt Olives School. The school served the local community for many years before becoming inactive. Today, the existing facilities provide an opportunity to transform an underutilised space into a vibrant centre for learning, skills development, community engagement and empowerment. Sibanga is located in a predominantly rural setting, where many young people and women face limited access to employment opportunities, practical skills training, digital resources, mentorship and avenues for developing sustainable livelihoods. Mt Olives Community Empowerment Centre seeks to respond to these challenges by creating a welcoming community space where people can learn, create, connect and develop their potential.
Priority improvements include:
• Painting and refurbishment of classrooms.
• Cleaning and restoration of existing spaces.
• Furniture and learning equipment.
• Digital equipment and connectivity.
• Safe accommodation facilities for volunteers.
• Basic sanitation and hygiene improvements.
• Landscaping and outdoor spaces.
• Electrical and security improvements.
• Creation of suitable spaces for training and community activities.
The transformation will take place progressively as resources and partnerships become available.
