Law & Legal Advocate Internship

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Excellent 4.8  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Very high response rate

Highlights

  • Work directly with highly dedicated and committed human rights lawyers providing free legal aid and human rights awareness.
  • Gain invaluable experience challenging injustice and inequality
  • Experience a life changing cultural journey to Africa.

Highlights

  • Work directly with highly dedicated and committed human rights lawyers providing free legal aid and human rights awareness.
  • Gain invaluable experience challenging injustice and inequality
  • Experience a life changing cultural journey to Africa.
  • Gain perspective of why it's important developing nations keep their cultural practices alive in our modern fast changing world.
  • Share this unique experience with people from around the world as passionate about their work as you are


  • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Intern in an advocates office providing legal services, presenting in High Court and across regions community. Understand East African law and justice systems.

    “As long as poverty, injustice, and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.”- Nelson Mandela

    About the project

     A unique opportunity to contribute towards the law firm work of challenging injustice and inequality. Qualified lawyers registered in Tanzania will take on ...

    About the program

    “As long as poverty, injustice, and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.”- Nelson Mandela

    About the project

     A unique opportunity to contribute towards the law firm work of challenging injustice and inequality. Qualified lawyers registered in Tanzania will take on complex disputes and cases and advocate for their clients in the Tanzanian courts. 

    Your Role

    • Join as a qualified volunteer or a student intern.
    • Work in a real law firm with a qualified lawyer and advocate of the law of Tanzania, High Courts and it's subordinates. Work directly under the supervision of a qualified and recognised lawyer (also a lecturer for University Law students in Tanzania & South Africa).
    • Case types: Criminal litigation, labour cases, corporate disputes, mediation, inheritance and property disputes. Case types depends on what local clients need help with, often coming to the law firm with complex/complicated issues.
    • Shadow and observe the lawyers at work and receive training on advocacy, counselling and the constitution
    • Assist in cross country cases in different regions of Tanzania 
    • Helping to prepare clients for court cases
    • Helping clients understand complex legal issues
    • Helping with community disputes such as land and family inheritance issues
    • Advocating for local men, women, children and domestic violence issues in our outreach programs
    Professional Development Opportunities
    • Gain insight into the socio economic impact on gaining fair representation
    • Gain knowledge on the current issue of inequality and they impact it has on people's lives
    • Produce educational content to educate the community and empower people with legal knowledge to self advance

    Your Stay

    You will stay in one of our hostels; well established and loved guest accommodations in Arusha. Providing safe, clean and comfortable accommodation, comfortable bedding, excellent breakfast and dinner and housekeeping. This will be a quiet and friendly neighbourhood only 15 minutes from the main hustle and bustle of town. You will have 24 hour gated security, a domestic/cook (who will happily do your laundry for a small fee) and a coordinator who will ensure you settle in quickly and comfortably into your new town. This is a shared home where you will be staying with other volunteers and guests from across the world, so you will never be on your own in your new environment. The house is impeccably clean, well kept, modern and spacious.

    What about COVID 19?

    Tanzania has received the safe travel stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council in the wake of the current pandemic. 

    Aside from that, you will receive safety guidance and protocol once you have registered with us.  If you would prefer to participate in this project remotely from home, please get in contact for details.

    How will you get around?

    For your placement, you will travel like a local and walk or take public transport. You will need to set a small budget aside for this (around $1 per day by local minibuses, 4 to 5 days per week). It is important you are prepared and comfortable to travel around town, this is a demanding role that requires dedication.

    Important VISA & Permit Information

    You will be required to pay a for a VISA for voluntary work assignment.

    Please enquire for details.

    Where do my fees go?

    Most of your fees are spent locally. Fees ensure you have above standard accommodation, that you have a personal coordinator picking you up at the airport, orientating you and you have a coordinator day to day and your program is planned and facilitated specifically for you, to match your skills and get you to provide the very best to those that need you. 

    Do any fees go directly to the projects?

    ​Yes they do. We make a charitable donation on your behalf to your project placement. This is not mandatory. We do this as we know how challenging it can be for our partners to host, supervise and very often teach volunteers. We want our partners to know they are valued and respected for their time as best we can. 

    What insurance should I get?

    ​You should ensure you're adequately covered by comprehensive travel insurance for the duration of your stay.. For our students please check with your employers/university/college or national employment body on indemnity.

    What vaccinations should I get? 

    You will receive a full handbook and consultation on exactly what is required.

    Where can I get cheap flights?

    ​There are dozens of great websites online for cheap flights. It is advisable to get your flights as early as possible to be able to logistically plan your trip. 

    Is Africa safe for me to travel alone? Do I need to be with other volunteers?

    ​Regardless of whether you're volunteering on a clinical mission, you're still a tourist. Forward planning is key to protecting yourself from risk as you would anywhere in the world. As a group or a solo traveller from abroad, you will attract attention but, you will also have a great support system in your volunteer coordinators, fellow travellers/volunteers and ​supervisors. It's important to try and be conscientious of your new surroundings and respect and follow local customs as much as possible and insure yourself from any possible risks. 

    Africa is a large continent with every country varying greatly in local culture, customs, rules and regulations. Research your destination as much as possible and ask as many questions as possible. We would never place you at risk or in harm's way, however it is important you take ownership of your journey and behave responsibly. ​

    Please note:

    We can also transfer you to the airport on your departure date for an additional fee. Please mention this in your application!



    Typical day

    Your typical day will usually begin very early, receiving a general guideline of the case load for the day. You will then be given supervised charge of your case list for the day and either observe or assist in handling a variety of straight forward and complex cases.  You day can be either very ...

    Typical day

    Your typical day will usually begin very early, receiving a general guideline of the case load for the day. You will then be given supervised charge of your case list for the day and either observe or assist in handling a variety of straight forward and complex cases.  You day can be either very hectic and extremely challenging or slow and very quiet. You will need to be motivated, resilient and work well in a team in order to get the best out of your experience. 

    What will your schedule look like?
    06:00 Breakfast
    07:30 Report to placement
    12:00-13:00 Lunch Break
    15:00 Placement ends

    The rest of the day will be yours to relax and enjoy what the town has to offer you!


    Free-time activities

    Arusha provides an array of activities to get involved in during your free time. Explore the numerous walking trails, enjoy the large amount of cafe's bistro's and local food in town and many more places to relax. There is a vibrant community life in Arusha, whether you want to enjoy a quiet meal, ...

    Free-time activities

    Arusha provides an array of activities to get involved in during your free time. Explore the numerous walking trails, enjoy the large amount of cafe's bistro's and local food in town and many more places to relax. There is a vibrant community life in Arusha, whether you want to enjoy a quiet meal, watch outdoor cinema or go dancing. 


    Siret Trip provide a unique opportunity for our special volunteers to experience more of Africa's beauty. Take a scenic weekend walking tour of the lush rolling foothills of Mt Meru or a breathtaking day trips to some the world's most admired national reserves. Arusha is packed with opportunity to experience unique and unforgettable outdoor adventures. 


    Tour packages, Safari's and cultural experiences are all available. 


    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    Law, Humanities, Social Studies, Sociology, Anthropology at University level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    Cover Letter, CV, proof of education, relevant certifications, passport copy and criminal background check or two signed character references

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    At least 2nd year in University/College Law, Sociology, Anthropology, Humanities or related Degree acceptable Experience working in legal aid/law/advocacy desirable but not essential Humanities related studies desirable

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 15:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Medi Trip

    • Volunteer placement facilitation-full program scheduling and supervision
    • Pre-arrival support & preparation of your project/work placement
    • Airport pick up 
    • Orientation (usually begins on a Monday
    • Accommodation Room & Meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
    • Housekeeping
    • Free Wifi
    • Daily in-person availability of a local coordinator
    • EXCLUDES

      • VISA
      • Airport transport on departure (can be arranged)

    Airport Pickup at Arusha Airport

    PICK UP POINTS:

    • Kilimajaro Airport
    • Arusha Airport
    • Arusha Bus station

    Accommodation

    Our volunteers stay in a newly refurbished volunteer house with modern amenities for a comfortable guest house experience.

    • Conveniently located in town
    • Housekeeping daily
    • Hot showers
    • WiFi
    • Beautiful spacious grounds 
    • Gated security with electric fencing and intercom entry. 

    Private double bedrooms available on request.

    Food & Beverages

    Breakfast and Dinner. MONDAY's-FRIDAY's (At the weekend's there no chef, but volunteers are free to make use of the kitchen and food supplies)

    • Continental breakfast with, eggs, toast, cereal, variety of fruit (inc the ever popular avocado), jam, butter, nutella! Coffee & Tea.
    • Unlike other hostels, we don't feed you the same dinner everyday, we have a set menu of spaghetti bolognese, pilau (flavoured rice and veg), rice and chicken, chapati (flat bread) and beans, always served with salad and fruit!
    • We have a filtered water cold/hot water dispenser to save on buying bottled water and make sure you keep hydrated with clean and safe water!

    And of course the kitchen is yours to use! We have a fabulous chef who can guide you to local supermarkets if you want to buy your own personal food and snacks!

    During orientation you will be shown tasty and affordable places to get lunch during your work day. You will have a good variety of local and western food places. There are amazing cafe's, bistro's and affordable western restaurants to enjoy a burger, salad, seafood etc!

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Arusha Airport (ARK) in Arusha. We assist you to find cheap flights to Tanzania. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Tanzania provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Tanzania you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Tanzania. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    We take volunteers all year long. Placement begins on the first Monday of each week. Please book according to your arrival/landing date.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    2 weeks (min. stay) 633€
    4 weeks 1,008€
    6 weeks 1,052€
    8 weeks 1,187€
    10 weeks 1,746€
    12 weeks (max. stay) 2,025€
    Average fees 242€/week

    Program fees

    242€ per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES


    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with Medi Trip during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


    Meet your organization

    Medi Trip

    Excellent 4.8 rating (80 reviews)

    Agency - founded in 2014

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Very high response rate

    Coordinated by

    Pearl

    Spoken languages: English

    About the project

    Medi Trip is the volunteer specialists in Tanzania for gap years, students, nurses, doctors and inspired travellers.

    Meet your organization

     Medi Trip - Company Profile

     Medi Trip is a limited company registered in the United Kingdom. The company was founded in November 2014 by current Director Pearl Sakoane (Nogi) (Chief Executive Officer). Pearl is a qualified nurse registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (UK), who graduated from King's College London and holds a Psychology Bachelors (with honours) degree from the University of Greenwich, London. She's worked in General Nursing, as a Research Nurse/Assistant on a research team with Kings College London, in a mental health rehabilitation facility and as a maternity care assistant along 10 years in the health care system in the UK. She also interned in Tanzania as a student and returned with the idea of establishing Medi Trip, going on to win the national Edith Cavell Leadership Award in 2015, featured in the Telegraph newspaper amongst other publications. 

    Medi Trip - Volunteer Programs

    Medi Trip specialises in bespoke volunteer programs for healthcare professionals and individuals passionate about making a real difference. We aim to facilitate volunteering experiences in healthcare facilities and within the community. The aim is to create the opportunity for individuals from different countries to learn, share knowledge of best practice, discuss areas of mutual concern and exchange ideas Medi Trip offer volunteer placements to doctors, nurses, students, healthcare/medical assistants and allied healthcare professionals. Some professionals want to share their expertise and experience, others choose to learn in an environment completely removed from their regular area of practice. 

    The main goal is to share knowledge amongst both local and foreign professionals. Meds Trip's volunteers have the opportunity to understand the socioeconomic and health implications of poverty within a developing nation. They experience first hand the care of vulnerable patients within a healthcare system with limited resources. 

    We are different from other volunteer companies in that Medi Trip specifically seek specialists or people with big ideas. Whether you want to simply use your clinical skills in different environment, help set up something new or want to raise awareness in a particular area of interest, we can help you realise your vision. Our purpose is to open up new possibilities for brilliant people. 

    At Medi Trip we are distinguished in being able to use our healthcare experience and expertise to pick the most suitable settings for our professional volunteers to experience. When you volunteer with Medi Trip, your volunteer placement would have been chosen specifically to suit your area of interest. Each of our placements are carefully assessed and selected for suitability to our professional volunteers, as well as how much contribution goes into the local health and social welfare. 

    80 reviews · rating4.8

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    2024 at Law & Legal Advocate Internship

    I have returned from this experience filled with gratitude and, as when one has been truly happy, leaving a part of my heart with the wonderful people I've met. A huge thank you to MediTrip for the warm welcome and for always being ready to assist with any questions or concerns. I always felt ...
    Eneritz Esperilla Acuña rating4.8

    2021 at Law & Legal Advocate Internship

    We can describe our placement experience as one of the best challenges we have experienced in our entire lifes. Firstly, we would say that the internship in the Commissioner´s Office fills perfectly to our professional field. In the two weeks we have spent in the Office, we have seen directly ...
    Maxime Longton rating5

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    Working in the physiotherapy department in the hospital was very interesting for me. A lot of new techniques and new cases of patients to learn. The staff was very nice and helpful with me to make me have a good time there. I spent a great time in Arusha. I discovered a lot of nice places, met ...
    Leslie Stavig rating5

    2024 at Emergency Department

    I spent 4 weeks volunteering with MediTrip in Arusha, Tanzania. This is a public and busy hospital that aslo gets many referral from the other private hospital in Arusha and provide teaching to the medical interns and students. As an experienced Registered Nurse, I was grateful to be placed in ...
    Lore & Andrea Verbeke & Maelfait rating4.8

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    The first day we were brought to the hospital with meditrip what was really good! In the hospital we had a good supervision the whole time. Monday-wednesday-friday we went to the medical wards and treated patients together with the physio’s but sometimes there was not much to do but you see more ...
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    It was a dream come true for me! These four weeks were indescribable! I gained wonderful experiences not only in my professional career! From a medical point of view, I got to know so many new possibilities without the modern stuff with I was used to! My social skills have improved enormously. I ...

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