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  • Sustainable Cities And Communities

Construction of a Swimming Pool

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3 - 5 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Experience the Ugandan way of life and enjoy evening walks everyday
  • Gain Ugandan fluency by living with a host family and daily life with locals
  • Become more passionate about your major and propel your career with international experience

Highlights

  • Experience the Ugandan way of life and enjoy evening walks everyday
  • Gain Ugandan fluency by living with a host family and daily life with locals
  • Become more passionate about your major and propel your career with international experience
  • Make memories you will never forget during weekend excursions with your fellow participants
  • Visit different cultural sites,natural wildlife centers and different tourists attractions during your free time
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    The program needs potential people that maybe willing to work with us to construct the swimming pool in our area.We shall need multiple people to work with to construct.

    Volunteers will be working with the local community to dig the proposed swimming pools manually using locally available tools like the hand hoe, spade. Volunteers can also contribute towards the buying of the construction materials of the pool,connection channels, train the community in pool ...

    About the program

    Volunteers will be working with the local community to dig the proposed swimming pools manually using locally available tools like the hand hoe, spade. Volunteers can also contribute towards the buying of the construction materials of the pool,connection channels, train the community in pool management should they have any experience and expertise in the swimming pool project. 

    Still they can also participate in connecting the inlets and outlets of the water channels from the pool and out of the pool.In addition they will also train the community members on how to effectively manage the pool effectively and sustainably.In addition they will train the community on how to raise funds from the project in addition to maintaining the project .Volunteers will train the young ones on how to use it.

    Typical day

    The typical days work starts with break fast at 08:00-09:00 am.

    From 09:00 to 11:00 is working hours.

    11:00-11:30 Am is break time.

    From 11:30 to 13:00 is working time.

    13:00-14:00 hours is lunch time.

    From 14:00-16:00 is working hours.

    From 16:00-18:00 is leisure time

    From 18:00 to 20:00 is bathing time ...

    Typical day

    The typical days work starts with break fast at 08:00-09:00 am.

    From 09:00 to 11:00 is working hours.

    11:00-11:30 Am is break time.

    From 11:30 to 13:00 is working time.

    13:00-14:00 hours is lunch time.

    From 14:00-16:00 is working hours.

    From 16:00-18:00 is leisure time

    From 18:00 to 20:00 is bathing time and from 20:00-22:00 is dinner time.

    Free-time activities

    Volunteers are free to go for different tours on weekends and other public holidays within the country and also public days in their country of origin. 

    Free-time activities

    Volunteers are free to go for different tours on weekends and other public holidays within the country and also public days in their country of origin. 

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    Construction but what matters most is the willingness to work and share with others at High school level level

    Required Documents

    Cv, photo, motivation letter and certificate of vaccination against covid 19

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Swimming pool construction and management skills.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:30 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    The fees will be used as follows: 50% of the fees will be used to buy some of the materials to construct the pool. 50% will be used for airport pickup, drop back, feeding, accommodation and laundry services.

    Airport Pickup at Entebbe International Airport

    Airport pickup and drop back is part of the program fees and we request volunteers to inform us before their arrival their travel plan and dates.

    Accommodation

    Volunteers maybe accommodated with host families so that they can learn our social cultural beliefs and practices. Secondly, they can be accommodated in a single or double room at our Nakyewa house.

    Food & Beverages

    We serve food with drinks prepared in our Ugandan way of cooking.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Entebbe. We assist you to find cheap flights to Uganda. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Uganda provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Uganda you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Uganda. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Joining the program is flexible throughout the year.

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $300 per week 3 - 5 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    3 - 5 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Africa > Eastern Africa > Uganda > Kampala

    Meet your project coordinator

    Mulindwa
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