Organic Farm Volunteers Wanted in Uganda - 4-8 Weeks (Flexible Start & End)
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
Beacon of Hope Uganda is running and owning complete organic farm just 40 minutes drive south of Mukono town, next to Lake Victoria.
The farm is located close to the beautiful Lake Victoria and its surrounded by beautiful nature.This is a cool place to hang out with the locals as you enjoy organically grown foods and feel the nature.
Agriculture being the backbone of the Uganda's economy with over 80% of the population being directly or indirectly involved in various aspects of this sector. Beacon of Hope Uganda invests a substantial amount of funding in the agriculture sector, through various projects in rural communities of Uganda.
This farm project strives to improve the livelihoods of this rural community through improved agriculture practices and technologies that are environmentally sustainable (such as organic pest management, soil and water conservation methods).
The farm is also used to teach children simple farming - like growing organic fruits and vegetables namely, tomatoes, maize, beans, cabbage, onions, carrots, pumpkins, watermelons, mangoes and passion fruits.
The children learn sustainable techniques and help seasonal work such as: planting, pruning, weeding, fencing, harvesting, building, and caring for cows, sheep, goats. The farm animals provide children with protein in form of meat, eggs and milk.
Volunteers are an essential part of all operations at this farm. Their energy, spirit and willingness to work bring a refreshing quality to the farm.
The project will give you practical experience in life of a Ugandan farmer, eco-tourism, conservation, environmental education and culture beliefs.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS & BENEFITS:
- Immerse yourself in this rural community
- Promote sustainable community livelihoods
- Improve the living standards of local people
- Make friends for life
- Full culture immersion
- Certificate of Appreciation & Contribution
- Two days free safari or sightseeing tour
- Breath fresh air and immerse yourself in nature and beauty
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About Beacon of Hope Uganda
Location:
Kasala Village, Kyampisi subcounty, Mukono town, 89501, UG
Mission Statement
Providing resources to achieve sustainable development in under-resourced areas through effective community education and development of projects.
Description
Beacon of Hope Uganda is a registered charity that runs community projects in rural areas of Uganda focusing on long term community-led solutions to challenges caused by extreme poverty and poor education.
We recruit and place willing, non-skilled and skilled volunteers within our projects across the country. Beacon of Hope Uganda seeks to aid in the development of self-sufficient, locally run projects which effectively address the most pressing needs of disadvantaged communities.
Volunteering is an amazing way to gain an insight into the culture of a country. By volunteering with a sustainable and responsible project you will not only become part of the community you work with, but will also be making a valuable contribution to long term solutions for the community served by the project you work with. Beacon of Hope Uganda offers volunteers opportunities to work with the following projects:
All Beacon of Hope Uganda volunteer placements in Uganda include a donation to your project, the cost of your accommodation, pre-departure preparation and in-country orientation, supervision and training. It also covers the cost of food and daily transport to and from your placement location.
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Mukono, Kayunga roadP.O Box 423 MukonoMukono, Central Region Uganda
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Veterinary
- Environmental Education
- Gardening
- Horticulture
- Farming
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Atleast 4 weeks commitment