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Paint and Development Volunteer Opportunity

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Outstanding 4.9  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Below average response rate

Highlights

  • Experience the Masaai's tribal way of life. Engage and exchange cultural values. Learn how the locals cook or how they take care of their kids and animals.
  • Learn amazing life skills that can transfer anywhere around the world
  • Make life long memories and relationships with the locals and other volunteers.

Highlights

  • Experience the Masaai's tribal way of life. Engage and exchange cultural values. Learn how the locals cook or how they take care of their kids and animals.
  • Learn amazing life skills that can transfer anywhere around the world
  • Make life long memories and relationships with the locals and other volunteers.
  • Support the after school programs by creating a fantastic learning center.
  • There are opportunities for unforgettable adventures such as great sites to see, like Mount Kilimanjaro and over 16 safaris, see wildlife like lions, zebras, elephants, etc.

    • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Are you skilled with your hands and want to visit abroad? Golden Aya has many development projects that we can use a hand with like renovating our Learning Center.

    Golden Aya's Learning Center Development Program is one of Golden Aya's many Volunteer opportunities that gives volunteers a unique chance to make a difference. Volunteers will be welcomed to the program with a volunteer guide and an orientation. Volunteers will help staff with painting the center ...

    About the program

    Golden Aya's Learning Center Development Program is one of Golden Aya's many Volunteer opportunities that gives volunteers a unique chance to make a difference. Volunteers will be welcomed to the program with a volunteer guide and an orientation. Volunteers will help staff with painting the center and setting it up for students' succusses. Volunteers will be asked to participate in different tasks to assist in effectively setting up the learning center.  This program is designed to give the volunteer the opportunity to partake in a project that will aid a larger program come January 2021.

     As a volunteer, you will be working with Golden Aya Staff to come up with cool and innovative ways to set up the center, help stock the center with books and materials, and many other tasks. You can expect us to provide you with life skills, safety, and trusted experience, that you will what to do again. 

    You are welcome to bring along with you any educational materials,  books, notebooks, and pencils, and pens for the students. You can also contact us if you are thinking about bringing something specific.  

    Volunteers can also get benefits like free tours, a volunteer certificate, and much more. 

    Typical day

    • Wake up at 7 am to a delightful breakfast. 
    • Head to the project site no later than 9 am.
    • Partner with staff to set up the learning center from 8 am -12 pm.
    • Take a break and enjoy a light lunch at 12 pm - 1 pm.
    • Continue setting up the learning center till 5 pm.
    • Spend time within the local village, enjoy ...

    Typical day

    • Wake up at 7 am to a delightful breakfast. 
    • Head to the project site no later than 9 am.
    • Partner with staff to set up the learning center from 8 am -12 pm.
    • Take a break and enjoy a light lunch at 12 pm - 1 pm.
    • Continue setting up the learning center till 5 pm.
    • Spend time within the local village, enjoy free time, or so into town anytime after 5 pm. 
    • Enjoy a great dinner at 7 pm. 
    • Retire for the night any time after 7 pm. 

    *Itinerary subjected to change. 

    Free-time activities

    There are many three-day tour options for the weekends (Friday-Sunday). There are options to go spend time in Arusha town to visit the local markets, restaurants, and more.

    During the weekdays there is time to engage in sports, bead making, and cooking with the locals. 

    Free-time activities

    There are many three-day tour options for the weekends (Friday-Sunday). There are options to go spend time in Arusha town to visit the local markets, restaurants, and more.

    During the weekdays there is time to engage in sports, bead making, and cooking with the locals. 

    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)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

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

    Other Skills

    Handman Skills, Pluming, Architect, interior design, IT, etc.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by Golden Aya

    The following accommodations are included in all Volunteer Packages:

    • 3 meals a day
    • Operational Travel
    • Teaching Equipment 
    • Room and board
    • Host family
    • Local Tour Guide

    The following accommodations are offered to all volunteers at an additional cost:

    • Airport pick-up and drop off
    • Internet Access/ Cell phone data
    • Swahili lessons
    • Local language lessons
    • transportation 
    • Tour/ Excursions

    Accommodation

    As a volunteer, you will get to stay with a host family in either a double or single bedroom. Rooms may be shared with the same gender volunteers. Other housing arrangements can be made to fit your needs for an additional fee. Three meals will be provided each day and there are restaurants and local stores/shops located near to the site if you would like to purchase additional food, beverages, or toiletries. 

    Food & Beverages

    The following will be provided for all volunteers 

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    The food will be local food with a basic option, vegetarian option, and special request. 
    (chicken, beef, fish, veggies, beans, and rice)

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Airport Pickup at Kilimanjaro International Airport

    An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Kilimanjaro. 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

    Preferred airport to arrive in is Mount Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO). Transportation to the Losimigori village will be arranged to for pick up from a Golden Aya coordinator. 

    If arriving in Dar Salaam. Transportation from the airport to a nightly stay will be arranged. Then transport in the morning to Kilimanjaro bus station (10 hour bus ride to Arusha). From Arusha, transportation to the Losimigori will be arranged for pick up from a Golden Aya coordinator. This will be an extra fee of 115 USD for arrival and 115 USD for departure. 

    Once arrived to sight you will given time to settle in and then given an orientation. 


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

    Program fees

    1 week (min. stay) 202€
    5 weeks 1,008€
    6 weeks 1,210€
    7 weeks 1,412€
    12 weeks (max. stay) 2,420€
    Average fees 202€/week

    Program fees

    202€ per week 1 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    1 - 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 Golden Aya during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

    Meet your organization

    Golden Aya

    Outstanding 4.9 rating (12 reviews)

    Non-profit - founded in 2019

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Below average response rate

    Coordinated by

    Solomon

    Spoken languages: English

    About the project

    Impact Tanzania is a social project that works to ad in the development in underprivileged areas around Tanzania.

    Meet your organization

    As a non-profit organization, Golden Aya, partners with other organizations, institutes, and social groups around Africa and its diaspora to find, set up, and execute our projects. As we travel abroad and connect with other like entities, we conduct research to find the most beneficial and feasible projects that will bring development to our communities. We focus on building self sustaining communities as well as educating locals in the areas that will guide them into becoming valuable citizens in their society.   

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    Our goal is to always involve the community in our projects. This gives the community the opportunity to take the project in the direction that will help benefit them the most. Locals in their community usually become our biggest volunteers, however, we invite and urge others from abroad to come and help as well. With the help from sponsors, donors, and volunteers our projects become very mission possible.

    12 reviews · rating4.9

    The time I spent volunteering for Golden Aya was truly breathtaking to say the least. Not only were the leaders of the company able to provide me with environmental knowledge and basic resources, they also opened up different aspects of the Tanzanian culture to me. I spent a majority of my time in ...
    I had a great time and I learned alot. I got to work with and volunteer with great people. Great and rewarding experience. I will never forget my time volunteering with such a great organization. Looking forward to another opportunity to do great work like ...
    Christal Sanders rating5

    2020 at Paint and Development Volunteer Opportunity

    While volunteering for Golden Aya I was able to connect with a lot of people in other countreis that are primarily underdeveloped and learn new skills to help assist them in making their daily lives better. It was a great ...
    When I volunteered to work alongside members of Golden Aya Corp to help make the lives of young children and their families better, it was a wonderdul experience. There were Families who knew nothing about healthcare and having insurance but we made sure they were well aware and now covered so they ...
    while in my visit I sat in as a teachers aid while also helping students to learn English. I enjoyed the experience and also received the opportunity to be a part of a different culture ...
    La-keeyatta Steward rating5

    2020 at Paint and Development Volunteer Opportunity

    Golden Aya, was such a beautiful volunteering experience. I am so grateful for the opportunity while in Tanzania. Golden Aya is really a collective of people coming together and supporting all people in the communities. It truly look forward to volunteering with Golden Aya ...

    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Tanzania > Arusha

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