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Construction and Building

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1 - 12 weeks  ·  Alder 18 - 50+
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Højdepunkter

  • Develop your teamwork and skills through hands on activity
  • Bring your commitment and enthusiasm and work as a team to get the project completed
  • Work alongside local skilled workers, who will guide you through the process

Højdepunkter

  • Develop your teamwork and skills through hands on activity
  • Bring your commitment and enthusiasm and work as a team to get the project completed
  • Work alongside local skilled workers, who will guide you through the process
  • Work on projects, such as pitch flattening, local schools, community centres and sanitation facilites
  • Stay a few minutes walk to the Lake Nakuru National park!
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    Om programmet

    Are you curious about what it's like to take part in a Community Construction Project? Look no further than our program located in Nakuru, Kenya!

    Overview
    Many families in rural Kenya suffer from poor housing conditions, and many local community areas and facilities such as churches, hospitals, and schools require significant improvement. This program aims to address these issues by enlisting the help of participants to improve the living ...

    Om programmet

    Overview
    Many families in rural Kenya suffer from poor housing conditions, and many local community areas and facilities such as churches, hospitals, and schools require significant improvement. This program aims to address these issues by enlisting the help of participants to improve the living standards of these communities through construction and renovation work. This includes creating proper sanitation facilities, making housing safer, and giving communities greater authority over their development initiatives.

    Participants will engage in a range of tasks, from light work such as cleaning the area, mixing cement, and painting to more challenging tasks such as plastering walls and repairing roofs. Our coordinator, who has ample experience in construction work, will closely supervise and instruct participants to ensure the safety of everyone involved and that the housing conditions are improved for the local people. 
    You can help with:
    • Assist in the construction and renovation of community infrastructure.
    • Help and assist in the construction or renovation of schools, classrooms, or playgrounds.
    • Build and renovate communal facilities.
    • Paint school and other buildings.
    • Repair and work with wood and furniture building and renovating materials.
    • Digging and assembling construction Materials.
    • Painting and renovating cultural sites such as churches and convents.
    Location
    Nakuru is a city in Kenya that is located in the Great Rift Valley region. It is the fourth-largest urban area in Kenya, with a population of over 500,000 people. The city is known for its beautiful natural scenery,  including Lake Nakuru National Park, which is home to a wide variety of  wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and rhinos. Nakuru is also a hub for agriculture and is one of the largest producers of pyrethrum, a natural insecticide, in the world. Additionally, the city has a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous festivals and events throughout the year, including the Nakuru Agricultural Show and the Lake Turkana Cultural Festival.
    Project Tasks
    • Create cultural exchange opportunities through your efforts with the locals
    • Gain practical experience in light construction and renovation work
    • Support the local Kenyan community by improving their living standards 

    Typisk dag

    After breakfast, you will head off to the construction project; this will mainly be at local homes and community facilities. There you will be briefed on your tasks by our coordinator about the day’s project. Expect to do construction and renovation work at the project location for 4-5 hours per ...

    Typisk dag

    After breakfast, you will head off to the construction project; this will mainly be at local homes and community facilities. There you will be briefed on your tasks by our coordinator about the day’s project. Expect to do construction and renovation work at the project location for 4-5 hours per day with a lunch break in between. Lunch can be had at an appropriate facility near the project site.
    • Breakfast - 8am
    • Construction and Restoration efforts - 9am-12pm
    • Lunch - 12pm
    • Construction and Restoration efforts - 1pm-3pm
    • Dinner - 6pm
    Times can vary depending on circumstances. 
    *Schedule possible to change due to the project and community needs at the time. Volunteer flexibility and adaptability is important to a positive volunteering experience. 

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    There are several things to do near Nakuru, Kenya. Here are some options:

    Visit Lake Nakuru National Park: This park is home to a large population of flamingos and other bird species. It’s also a great place to see lions, leopards, and rhinos.

    Take a hot air balloon ride: Get a bird’s-eye view of ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    There are several things to do near Nakuru, Kenya. Here are some options:

    Visit Lake Nakuru National Park: This park is home to a large population of flamingos and other bird species. It’s also a great place to see lions, leopards, and rhinos.

    Take a hot air balloon ride: Get a bird’s-eye view of the stunning scenery around Nakuru with a hot air balloon ride. This is a popular activity that offers amazing views of the Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru.

    Hike Menengai Crater: This dormant volcano is a popular hiking destination. The views from the top are breathtaking, and the hike itself is challenging but doable for most people.

    Visit Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site: This museum and archaeological site offers a glimpse into the prehistoric history of the area. You can see ancient tools and artifacts, and learn about the early human settlements in the region.

    Explore Hell’s Gate National Park: This park is named for its geothermal activity and is a great place to see natural hot springs and geysers. You can also hike through the park’s stunning scenery and see wildlife like baboons, zebras, and giraffes.

    Go on a safari: There are several safari options near Nakuru, including drives through Lake Nakuru National Park and private conservancies that offer a more intimate wildlife viewing experience.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For at kunne deltage i programmet skal du være mindst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Der kan være undtagelser, hvis du kan give tilladelse fra din(e) værge(r), eller hvis du ledsages af dine forældre.

    Sprogfærdigheder

    Du skal kunne tale Engelsk (basic level)

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    påkrævet

    Nationalitetsrestriktioner

    Ingen begrænsninger. Hjælpende hænder fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpligtelse

    Der er brug for din hjælpende hånd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Hvad er inkluderet

    Tjenester på stedet

    Program fees include:
    • Accommodation
    • 3 meals p/day weekdays / 2 meals p/day weekends
    • Arrival airport transfer (Sat/Sun arrivals)
    • Filtered drinking water, coffee & tea
    • 1 day orientation
    • Daily transportation to project
    • In country 24/7 support & emergency assistance
    • Fundraising support
    • University course credits (where applicable)
    • Certificate of Completion

    Afhentning i lufthavnen i Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

    Programs begin every Monday, and volunteers are required to arrive the day prior, for orientation before the project. Your accommodation on the Sunday is included in the program fees.

    A free airport pickup is included when arriving to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). You must arrive between 08:00 to 13.00 on Saturday or Sunday. If arriving during the pickup times on the Saturday, we charge an additional fee for the extra night’s accommodation.

    If arriving outside the pickup times, we charge an additional fee for any extra night’s accommodation, and for a private transfer.

    Alternatively, if arriving early you could wait at the arrival’s terminal for the pickup time, book accommodation at the airport and meet us during the pickup times or make your own way to the project (we will advise on how to do this). 

    From the airport to the accommodation, it takes 3.5 hours by car.

    Indkvartering

    You will be accommodated in our volunteer house, with 2-4 sharing a room. Hot showers, safety boxes and bed linin are provided (no wifi). All participants are expected to be environmentally aware and use all resources with restraint, especially electricity. Sometimes there are power cuts during the day, which is part of village life. There is an available water supply. You will have meals provided and rooms cleaned on the weekends, but you will also be expected to clean up after yourself and play your part in keeping the accommodation neat and organised. The location is very close to the green steds international school and is a few minutes walk to the Lake Nakuru National park Southern gate. It is around 15KM from Nakuru town.


    Private Room Upgrade: please contact us directly for options and pricing

    *Please note: Upgrade prices can change, so please check the price with us first

    Mad og drikkevarer

    Food served will mainly be Kenyan food, which consists of vegetables, potato, eggs, bread, pancakes (commonly known as “chapati”) and fruits such as oranges, bananas and avocados.

    You will be provided 3 meals per day on the weekdays, and 2 meals per day on weekends.
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    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Hvad er IKKE inkluderet?

    Internetadgang

    Beklager, ingen adgang på projektområdet

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste lufthavn er Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) i Nairobi. Vi hjælper dig med at finde billige flybilletter til Kenya. FINDE BILLIGE FLYBILLETTER

    Rejseforsikring

    At rejse til udlandet er et eventyr, og det er altid bedst at være forberedt. Pludselig sygdom eller skade, aflysning eller tyveri - en rejseforsikring til Kenya giver sikkerhed og er en fordel at have. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vacciner

    Hvis du har til hensigt at blive frivillig i Kenya, bør du søge lægehjælp, før du begynder din sociale rejse. Tjek dine krævede vaccinationer for Kenya. VACCINE CHECKER

    Oplysninger ved ankomst

    Program starts every Monday. Arrivals on Sat/ Sun. If arriving on Sat, an extra night is charged.

    Tilgængelighed
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    Programgebyrer

    $595 pr. uge 1 - 12 weeks Alder 18 - 50+

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    Duration

    1 - 12 weeks

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    Final Payment

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