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Saint Ann Foundation summer work camp and volunteer travel immersion program begins before you arrive in Entebbe international airport, Uganda.  Saint Ann Foundation staff member will contact you periodically (by phone or in person depending on where you live) after the selection process to make sure you have all your questions answered and are prepared for your experience.

Once you step off the airplane, collect your luggage, a Saint Ann Foundation staff member will greet you and have the pre-arranged transportation bring you to where you will call “home” during your stay in Uganda.  “Home Sweet Home” for Saint Ann Foundation is a self-contained house, well fenced, with security 24/7 staff support in the Village of Nakana, Kasangati town council.

Saint Ann Foundation volunteers will hit the ground running exchanging money, organizing supplies for camps, and running errands with Saint Ann Foundation Staff.  On Orientation Day Saint Ann Foundation volunteers will have the opportunity to meet and get to know our local employees who serve as translators as well as mentors alongside YOU our valued volunteers!  This day will include a visiting and meeting our children, and a Kick-Saint Ann Foundation Dinner with the children.

Summer camps will start and end in the blink of an eye.  Every morning you will eat breakfast at the Children`s Centre/ Volunteers house, contact friends/family back home (through email, Skype or Facebook), go for a jog, or whatever you want to accomplish prior to our pre-determined departure time for camps.  We arrange personal transportation to and from camps every day with personal drivers in vans/buses/cars and all volunteers will load up and head to greet smiling, happy children for a fun-filled day of camp!  Camp activities usually go from 9-10AM to 3-4PM and includes a lunch of local fare prepared by the Ugandan Cooks.

At the close of camp days, volunteers will arrive back at the volunteer house and assist with preparations/organization of activities, reports, videos and supplies for the next day’s camp before showering and heading out for dinner.  Evenings for volunteers will include dinner (not included in immersion fees) at a nearby restaurant and a local activity which can include a trip to local markets for souvenirs and shopping, visiting local art galleries,  or even the Ugandan Cultural Centres.

Summer Camp volunteer`s Daily Activities will include the following;

• Community Child protection meeting/ sessions
• Parenting and feeding community meetings
• Community visits and farm participation
• Coaching children in the daily lessons plans in the area of career development, arts, crafts, sports/play activities, story telling
• The City Tour including Kasubi Tombs, Bahai and Hindu Temples, Uganda Martyrs shrines, local markets, craft shops, Ndere centre, Uganda Museum, Monument sites and Uganda Parliament.

And other tourist centres;

• Equator
• Cultural Centre (Traditional Music, Dance and Drama shows) Indere Centre
• Source of River Nile
• Sezibwa Falls
• Mbaira Nature walk
• Kalangala island on Lake Victoria

A day in the life of a Saint Ann Foundation Volunteer ends back at our hotel for a good night’s rest to start all over again the next day.

Each volunteer will get a first-hand experience in leading small group activities and coaching children in daily lesson plans in the areas of science, career development, arts, crafts, sports/play activities, and contribute to the annual Health Checks

Immersion Fee 2017 – $1500 USD per Individual

Immersion Period: 2 weeks

Immersion fee includes

• Airport transfers to volunteer`s house,
• Housing/accommodation,
• Tour and Travel transportation and entrance fees
• Daily camp transportation,
• Breakfast and Lunch (two course meal),
• 24/7 volunteer and travel support
• Daily cultural activity and Cultural Day Excursion.

Volunteers will be responsible for flights, souvenirs, and pre-travel vaccinations.

All proceeds are used to support the charity/foundations work/Activities

By donating or volunteering with Saint Ann Foundation, you can help disadvantaged and deserving children create a brighter future for themselves and their future families. We need a dynamic, energetic volunteer force BOTH male and female to mentor, teach and build our programs in Uganda. YOUR action can help us provide HOPE to more and more children globally.

Children are every community’s hope for a better future. Caring for at-risk infants and children who are abandoned or otherwise, resource limited can have a lasting impact on a child’s well-being and is one of SAF’s most rewarding placements available for volunteers. Prepare kids for a bright future by playing games, serving meals, and giving much-needed one-on-one attention and love. The care placement is ideal for volunteers interested in working with children, caring for their needs and welfare.

During school terms, the majority of children at the our Centre attend school during the day and with that in mind, we combine teaching and care wherein volunteers can work at the school in the morning, then offer care and needed support, mentor or play games with the children at the Centre in the afternoon. This will make a greater impact on each child’s life by teaching them at school and giving them your individual attention, love and care in and outside of the classroom. You should come prepared with ideas for activities suitable for children of different ages – think of your favorite playground games, nursery rhymes, stories, arts and crafts sessions!

The volunteer care work in Uganda is an ideal way to get involved and help improve the welfare of vulnerable children. You can contribute toward this important development work during a gap year or career break, or as a meaningful way to spend your vacation. Whether you have a background in childcare, social work or simply enjoy caring for children, a smile or a hug can make a real impact in the life to a child with an aching heart. Working with children can be fun and a rewarding experience that anyone interested in children’s issues can join. The only quality required of a volunteer is to have compassion, patience and desire to work with children.

As a volunteer on this project, your day schedule normally starts at 9:00 am and finish around 4:45 pm with lots of breaks as it gets exhausting keeping up with the children. You will work from Monday to Friday, with weekends off so you can explore your new community visit some beautiful Ugandan attractions and explore nearby areas.

Relevant Details

Program Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 16 years or older and no specific skills are required however flexibility and patience are very important as you will be working with children of different ages and levels of ability. A background or some knowledge of performing arts is an asset for this project, whether in dance, drama, or music. Any experience of teaching would also be an advantage but is not essential. You should keep a flexible attitude towards working in a new and a multi-cultural environment.

Teaching English, mathematics and other subjects in Uganda will inevitably increase employment opportunities, reduce illiteracy and ultimately assist local people to become economically independent. Teaching volunteers will work alongside local teachers to improve participatory teaching methods, classroom management, assessments and gender equality in the classroom. Volunteers will also help develop nursery and primary education projects focusing on early-childhood development, literacy and health education.

As a teaching volunteer, you may teach Reading, conversational English, mathematics, geography, science, social studies or supervise homework and provide individualized attention to students falling behind in class. Ugandan students of all ages and backgrounds appreciate the opportunity to interact with fluent English speakers. You do not have to be a qualified or experienced teacher to join the project, and you are sure to receive a warm welcome from the local schools we work with who are eager to have our volunteers.

Whether you want to volunteer abroad by teaching during your gap year, career break, or vacation you will have a role to play, and your efforts will make a lasting impact. The teaching placement is in kindergarten, lower grades and primary schools in Nangabo sub-county, in the pri-urban areas of Kampala City. Volunteers with personal experience in special education can also bring their skills and initiatives to bear as they help create lesson plans and activities for their unique lessons. You will as well gain hands-on experience and have lots of fun working in this project.

Your valuable role as a teaching volunteer will make a significant impact on the lives of children in local schools with limited resources, help build their confidence and individual potential outside the classroom. Volunteers will receive support from the SAF staff and the local school teachers regarding the lesson plans and teaching curriculum. All of our placement schools welcome volunteers who express interest in other aspects of school activities like sports, drama, arts and music.

As a volunteer on this project, you will work from Monday to Friday for seven hours in a day, with weekends off so you can explore your new community, visit some beautiful Ugandan attractions and explore nearby areas. You are welcome to bring along teaching materials such as picture books, instruments, flash cards, art supplies, and songs. Classes are generally in session five days a week.

Relevant Details

Program Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 16 years or older and in good health. No specific skills are required,just have passion for children. Volunteers should be flexible, patient and bring a positive energy and enthusiasm to make a difference. Those who have prior teaching experience may be able to take on a more independent role to teach and lead classes with limited resources. If you have less experience or volunteering abroad for their first time, can help to facilitate well-needed one-on-one time with the children.You should keep a flexible attitude towards working in a new and a multi-cultural environment.

The community development project is a fantastic opportunity to live in the heart of an African village and be part of a life changing development work. The project seeks to empower people by providing the skills and awareness that they need to make a difference in their local communities. As a community development volunteer, you will help improve and support sustainable development initiatives for community growth, focusing on areas as education, youth development, micro-enterprise, construction, sanitation and agriculture.

Volunteers act as catalysts for change by working alongside the local people to utilize local resources, provide them with the education and skills they need to uplift themselves from poverty and be self- sufficient.

You will also conduct lessons for women’s empowerment while working with youths in communities on projects that promote personal hygiene, health education, environmental awareness, sporting and recreational   activities.

Volunteers willing to do some physical work will assist in the construction work for a local school, help in renovation and painting. If you are a computer literate or an IT expert and wish to put your experience into good use, you will assist the local community to capitalize on technologies by teaching computer and multimedia skills and data processing.  You will also facilitate a training workshop to help promote ideas on development activities by using the computer.

Volunteers with education and experience in agriculture can also work with small-scale farmers and families to increase  food security, production and adapt to climate change while promoting environmental conservation practices.

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Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 16 years or older and able to communicate well in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have interest in agriculture, farming, environmental science, ecology and enthusiasm to work. Ability to adjust to living and working conditions in a multi-cultural environment.

Airport pick-up, Pre-Departure Information, Accommodation (home-stay), two (2) meals daily, Orientation, 24 hrs Assistance and support from Staff, Certification of completion and Project donation.

Agriculture is the primary economic activity of most people living in rural villages in Uganda, yet many communities are unable to produce enough food. SAF and its volunteers contribute sustainable solutions to communities agricultural issues and help preserve natural resources. SAF works with volunteers to increase agricultural productivity through improved seeds and farming practices, improve access to markets so farmers can profitably sell their surplus food while integrating projects that often combine vegetable gardening, livestock management and nutrition education.

Volunteers on the project will have a lot of freedom to pursue their passion within the field, whether its genetics and breeding, agroforestry and conservation, or even fair trade practices. Agriculture volunteering can also be an excellent source of physical activity and outdoor adventure  for international volunteers, not to mention the satisfaction they’ll gain giving back to the community and helping locals take control of their own survival and sustainability.

The Agriculture Program is especially suitable for those interested in agriculture and food security, environmental science, natural resources, ecology, international development and public health. The specific tasks volunteers carry out depend on  the project, the time of year and most importantly, the needs of the individuals SAF serves.

Volunteers on the project do hands-on work that leaves a lasting impact on farming communities in need. By assisting throughout the numerous steps of the agricultural process, volunteers are able to be immersed in the local agriculture scene, learn about sustainable farming methods and agriculture processes at the rural level.

No prior experience is required, so volunteers from all backgrounds are welcome to participate in this program.You must simply have a desire to give something back to the community, and a willingness to work hard and get your hands dirty! The program is available year-round and volunteers can start from one week to three months, and may require between four and six hours of work per day. Whether you are on a gap year, career break, or volunteer vacation, you will be able to make a significant contribution to the farm and the community.

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Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 18 years or older and able to communicate well in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have interest in agriculture, farming, environmental science, ecology and enthusiasm to work. Ability to adjust to living and working conditions in a multi-cultural environment.

Project write up on women empowerment.

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Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 17 years or older and able to communicate in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Volunteers should have interest, experience or education in business administration, management, or marketing, accounting, finance and strong interest in development work to join this project. Be able to adjust to living and working condition in a multi-cultural environment.

The sports coaching project is a great way to use sports as a tool for helping the development of children from underprivileged villages in Uganda. As a sports coaching volunteer, you will work in a rural village in the Central region of Uganda on children sports project, provide soccer and physical education training for the children and youth who would not normally get the chance to play sports.Your presence alone will bring more children out to take part in the activities.

Sports helps fight depression, aids with better concentration, teaches the fundamentals of teamwork, respect for rules and can be a great boost to individual confidence. Since this project is mainly in the afternoons,it is best combined with another project like Teaching. Volunteers will organize after school sports sessions for children and the local community on the village sports pitch.

Teaching sports has a wide range of benefits that will improve the health, fitness and well-being of the children. You become a positive role model to these children and youth through coaching sports to help encourage teamwork and team spirit, improve concentration and increase their confidence. Along with the sporting activities, volunteers will organize social discussion weekly on various topics like child labor, literacy, malaria, personal hygiene, STDs, peer pressure and teen pregnancy.

This is an amazing opportunity for volunteers who would like to share their love of sport through coaching sessions, teaching your sports skills to the children while immersing yourself into rural tropical Ugandan life.

The project needs volunteers with skills in physical education, coaching, leadership, and discipline and would welcome any volunteer with youth counseling experience. You can combine sports with weekly sessions to discuss social issues relative to the needs of the children. Join our community sports coaching program, share your skills and contribute to a new future for underprivileged children.

Relevant Details

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 16 years or older and able to communicate in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have good interpersonal and communication skills. Volunteers must have interest and skills in physical education, sporting, coaching, leadership, and discipline, and would welcome any volunteer with youth counseling experience.

Over 60% of children in rural villages in Uganda under age 5 suffer from mostly preventable causes, such as diarrhea, malaria, and pneumonia. When these children get sick, their parents don’t have many ways to help them get better. Most families who lives in villages without doctors or clinics, or doesn’t have the money (or insurance) to visit one can’t afford simple life-saving things like de-worming drugs, vitamins and supplements, without them children die. The medical volunteers may work within the community or  are placed at healthcare center that has over 100 beds, where they can choose from wide variety of working departments; such as Radiology, Dental, Pediatric, Surgery, Maternity, OPD and other departments. These healthcare clinics and hospitals often face qualified staff crunch and thus medical students a practitioners on their gap year can join this project to provide a resourceful support.

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Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 20 years or older and able to communicate in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have good interpersonal and communication skills. Volunteers must have interest and skills in healthcare clinics and hospitals and discipline, and would welcome any volunteer.

Project write up for Music Dance and Drama

Relevant Details

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 20 years or older and able to communicate in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have good interpersonal and communication skills. Volunteers must have interest and skills in healthcare clinics and hospitals and discipline, and would welcome any volunteer.

Project write up for Art and Craft

Relevant Details

Volunteer Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 20 years or older and able to communicate in English. Be healthy, flexible, self-starter and adaptable. Have good interpersonal and communication skills. Volunteers must have interest and skills in healthcare clinics and hospitals and discipline, and would welcome any volunteer.