Volunteer

The Kanga Project does not have any paid staff and relies entirely on volunteers at home.
You may have some very special skills we could use and we list below some of our current requirements. Volunteering is a good way to gain experience, help make a difference and show the world that you do wear your heart on your sleeve.

We are looking for:
A web administrator and Publicity Officer
A Trusts & Foundations Fundraiser
A Volunteers in Tanzania Administrator
A Public Relations Officer
A UK volunteers team leader

Each role is explained in the attached document. Could you be one of these key persons?

Our more adventurous volunteers spend time in Tanzania and help with teaching English, conducting community research projects, building hostels and assisting with program planning, implementation and evaluation. Check our latest volunteer's blog at http://janey-singida.blogspot.com to see if you could be one of these amazing people.

We welcome volunteers with specific skills in agriculture, setting up small businesses, health promotion and or experience in sustainable energy and water harnessing in the context of resource-poor communities.
Could this be you? Then get in touch.

Testimony from Jess Canada Harrison from Australia - volunteer from May 2006 to November 2006

Testimony written 22/08/06

It is hard to write about my experience as a volunteer for RWDA without
sounded cliché. But there is no denying that this has been the experience of
a lifetime. After four months in East Africa I still have those moments where
I find myself thinking , “I can’t believe I’m here.” Volunteering for RWDA
has given me the unique experience of living and working as part of a
foreign community. The everyday experiences that come with this still excite
me; sharing a traditional meal with Tanzanian friends, buying produce in the
colourful market, standing in front of class of over a hundred enthusiastic
students. In addition, there are those magical one off experiences that
will remain with me for a life time - being the subject of a traditional
welcome dance by women of the village, watching the Worldcup in a small
viewing room with 50 new friends, starting an impromptu game of soccer with
what turned out to involve over a hundred primary school children - to name
just a few.
It is not always fun and games however. Life here is full of contrasts and I
am continually torn between feelings of affection and frustration towards
the place. One minute I am marvelling at the immense natural beauty and the
generosity, warmth and strength of the people. The next, I find myself
furious at the corruption, inefficiencies and out right injustices that are
played out right before my eyes. But it is these frustrations and the
challenges of living in a foreign and developing country that make this
experience as truly amazing as it has been. I continually wonder how I can
possibly give back even a little of what I have gained from my experiences
here.
The women of Tanzania are the backbone of the country yet they are still not
given the recognition or rights that they deserve. This becomes particularly
evident working with the village women. Their strength and resilience is
truly inspirational. I know these people and their generosity will remain
with me for many years after I leave Singida. I would totally recommend
volunteering for RWDA to anyone who is looking for the chance to challenge
themselves in an extremely worthwhile way. Please feel free to contact me if
you have any questions. I’d be happy to answer them. (Email:
jess_canada_harrison@hotmail.com) 

From Shelley Copelovitz, Israel – Volunteer, December & January 2005

After graduating from university, I got a once in a lifetime opportunity to volunteer in Singida, Tanzania, for two months, with the Rural Women Development Association (RWDA).

The aim of my expedition was to gather information, which would help the RWDA prioritize and concentrate on the matters that needed to be dealt with most. For such purpose, I met with numerous female villagers, and among other things, learned of the manner in which they lived their lives, what bothered them most and how they thought these matters could be changed. My principal goal was to meet women, collate the information from some 14 villages and pass it on to the RWDA; I believe that my mission has been satisfactorily accomplished.

The experience I was fortunate to have is unforgettable. Starting with the culture shock, that is indescribable, through the overwhelming hospitality of the people; they made me feel like a movie star. Their stories and their longings for education and a better future for their children particularly moved me.

All this made me realize that putting this experience behind me and simply "moving on" was not an option; rather, I am determined to do my utmost to help the villagers of Singida.

I would like to thank Gloria and Annie for having faith in me and for giving me this once in a life time opportunity!