Teaching at Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya

Location: Kakuma, Turkana-west

The Pre-school, established at the outset of 2018, was born from the necessity to address the challenges faced by vulnerable families with young children. These families often had to leave their children unattended while they attended to daily duties, which posed significant risks in the precarious environment of Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya.

In response, we have created a multifaceted “community hub” that serves a range of critical functions:

-Providing early childhood education aligned with the Kenyan National curriculum.
-Offering essential daily meals for young children.
-Furnishing a secure and nurturing environment for the little ones.
-Creating employment opportunities for staff.
-Teaching vital life skills (e.g., COVID safety and gardening) that can be applied at home and shared with families.

The primary objectives of this program are:

- Providing high-quality education for young children aged 3 to 6.
-Ensuring the safety and well-being of young children and protecting them from domestic incidents.
- Allowing parents to manage their daily activities without the added stress of childcare.
- Encouraging children to develop into independent thinkers and inquirers.
-Enhancing the literacy of refugees at Kakuma Refugee Camp.
-Preparing children to become future role models and leaders.

Participating in our teaching volunteer project in Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya, provides you with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others and contribute to making the world a better place. Additionally, it enhances your CV, offers valuable work experience in an African context (Kakuma refugee camp), and allows you to apply your creative skills. Upon completion, you will receive a recommendation and a certificate.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT

Project Tasks

-Painting educational murals
-Teaching English, Math, and various subjects
-Organising games and arts activities
-Sharing love and care with children
-Empowering them by sharing your own culture
-Providing support for extracurricular activities

LIVING ARRANGEMENT

Accommodation is not included in this program. Volunteers are advised to find their own accommodation in nearby hotels or guesthouses.

There are several hotels in Kakuma town such as Cairo Palace Hotel, Nakosi, Bridge Guest House, Silga, Tarach Guest House etc. Some hotels have restaurants inside and others are near local restaurants, shops and supermarkets.

Meals are included and are reimbursed to the volunteer if you choose to eat at your hotel or local restuarants. Or, the local team will provide you with a weekly allowance for meals.