Description:
Be part of it with i-to-i!
Our goal is to achieve 400yrs of combined volunteering all over the world by the end of 2008.
So far we have achieved 325yrs which when broken down means we achieved the following:
- Over 5500 children cared for on our community projects around the world
- A minimum of 13,000 children and adults taught English in schools and community centres
- Hundreds of animals protected including Turtles, Pandas, Elephants, Monkeys and more
- At least 80 homes and structures built for families and communities in need
- More than 8000 trees planted which are enough trees to offset the CO2 emissions of over 2,000 cars
Fancy coaching the 'beautiful game' in a stunning African destination?
Sport has a habit of reaching the places other activities can't reach, and the universal language of football can break down divisions, excite young minds and give people something positive to focus on. Sport is especially valuable in countries like Kenya, where the country is soccer mad and where it can offer a welcome escape for disadvantaged youngsters. If you're sporty at heart you could be a motivator, teacher and friend to teams around Nakuru and Mount Kenya. Enthusiastic volunteers can get involved with many aspects of coaching; from teaching on-pitch tactics to general fitness training. Green Peace and Environment (GPE) have been working with communities across Kenya to promote positive change using activities like soccer, and this is your chance to literally be a key player!
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Highlights:
One of the main goals of soccer coaching is to use sport to target local youth to share information on good living, reduction of the AIDS virus, community well being and prevention of falling into crime or substance abuse. The placement requires volunteers to assist with the local youth teams that are already structured. One team is in Nakuru, where the young men of the slum train and play five evenings a week. This provides a much needed community and social focus for them. The second team is based near Naro Moru, at Mount Kenya, and also provides a focus for this more rural community with few resources. Both teams have had success in local leagues, and hope to continue to improve upon this.
Qualifications / Skills Needed:
Enthusiasm and a willingness to work hard are two key requirements for this volunteer position. You should enjoy the outdoors, and be prepared to get involved in any activities required and for some physically hard work. Also, be aware that you will be outside in the sun for most of the day, so bring plenty of sunscreen. You will be required to take part in night patrols as well as work during the day, which can get tiring.
Language:
English
Cost in US$: $1290.00 for 2 weeks, $250.00 for every week thereafter
Cost Includes:
Emergency evacuation services,
Food,
Housing,
In-country orientation/Training,
In-country staff support,
Registration fees
and Written materials pre-departure
* Accommodation: Shared room in homestay (Nakuru) or dormitory room in hostel (Mt. Kenya)
* Food: Breakfast and dinner
* Airport Pick-up: Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you're arriving early!
* Training: In-country orientation
* Support: Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
sports
and youth development
Typical Volunteer: If you are interested in immersing yourself in another culture while giving your time to a worthy cause, then you are a typical i-to-i volunteer. We invite you to join the i-to-i community of dedicated volunteers aged 18-80 who are working on community development, building, teaching, and conservation projects across the globe. Together, we make a lasting impact that changes lives and helps preserve the planet through hundreds of worthwhile projects around the world.
Age Range: 18-80
This Program is open to
World Wide
Participants.
.
Typical Living Arrangements:
Apartment/Flat
and Home-stays
Participants Travel to Kenya
Independently
Or
in Groups
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
Post Services Include:
i-to-i Meaningful Travel's Mission Statement: Founded in 1994, i-to-i is an award-winning organization providing unique opportunities for you to travel, work and live abroad. Thousands of travelers aged 18 to 80 have joined our volunteer vacations and over 15,000 have learned to Teach English as a Foreign Language through our tailor-made TEFL courses.
With over 300 projects on 4 continents, you can join the worldwide i-to-i volunteer community on an extended adventure in areas such as teaching, community development, sports coaching, conservation, building or internships in tourism, marketing, journalism, or health.
Year Founded: 1994