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from 630€
Brilliant 4.7
(191)
Maasai Mara Womens Empowerment
1 - 12 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
Brilliant 4.7
·
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Brilliant 4.7 ·
·
Verified by Volunteer World
·
1 - 12 weeks
·
Age 18 - 50+
·
Excellent response rate
Highlights
- Truly unique experience living as one of the Maasai tribes people
- Interact and share your stories and ideas with the local community
- Gain valuable insight into local culture & traditions in a beautiful landscape
- Through guidence and education, teach the women on how to best protect their income so they can financially support themselves
- Ensure Maasai women have the knowledge to use their income generating activities to cover costs for their children, such as pens, exercise books, food and security
Especially suitable
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
About the program
The primary focus is on the development of basic skills and financial literacy among the local women, who are learning how they can earn funds to support themselves.
Overview
The Maasai people are a massively symbolic tribe, known for their large amounts of jewellery and colourful clothing. They have a traditional dressing style, traditions and way of life, dating back centuries. Their unique dress is locally known as Shuka in Swahili and comes in various ...
Typical day
Monday to Friday - 4-6 hours a day
- 8am - Breakfast
- 9am - Meet the Women of the group and provide insight into healthy measures to cater for their children and themselves
- 9am-12pm - Discuss sustainable projects with the Maasai women to be financially independent
- Lunch
- 1pm -Discuss the importance of ...
Free-time activities
Serengeti National Park
Another one for your bucket list and a perfect way to spend your weekend off. The Serengeti is home to an abundance of wildlife, including the big 5 (lion, rhino, leopard, buffalo & elephant). You will also find zebra, wildebeest, giraffes, hippos, baboons, hyenas, ostriches ...
Requirements
What's Included
What's NOT included?
Details on arrival
Program starts every Monday. Arrivals on Sat/ Sun. If arriving on Sat, an extra night is charged.
Availability
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Program fees
1 week (min. stay)
630€
2 weeks
677€
3 weeks
870€
4 weeks
1,081€
8 weeks
1,927€
12 weeks (max. stay)
2,796€
Average fees
431€/week
Meet your organization
Involvement Volunteers IVI
Brilliant 4.7
(191 reviews)
Non-profit - founded in 1989
Verified by Volunteer World
Excellent response rate
Coordinated by
Lauren
Spoken languages: English
About the project
IVI are a non profit org with 28 years experience providing responsible volunteer placements in 15 countries worldwide. We help you connect with inspiring opportunities
191 reviews · 4.7
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