📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
UVIKIUTA
💼 What the programme involves
Project description: It is believed that the world's population recently passed more than 7 billion people, an
incredible number to measure. In Tanzania, Africa as well around the world many people still barely meet
anyone outside of a small circle of family, friends and community while even more never venture beyond the
culture in which they were raised. The cultural exposure project is aiming to serve as an important means of
introducing people around the world to realities they might not normally be exposed to. Many barriers have
begun to fall between people around the world, with near-instantaneous communication allowing people on
opposite sides of the world to meaningfully interact. Cultural exposure project encourage people from all walk
of life to appreciate and understand distinct cultures and play a key role in creating productive dialogue across
the world.
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Project activities: Participants of this project will have an opportunity to be exposed to number of activities
leading to understanding of Tanzanian culture in all aspects. This includes; Kiswahili Language classes ( at least
2 hours every day); Drumming and dancing classes, meeting with different societies living in Tanzania (Non-
Africans), Home stay- living with local family to experience the daily life, Education tour to various social, cultural
and economic institutions; Meeting various age group in the society ( children, Youth, Women, and elders);
Cultural tours to the destinations outside the community project; Be involved in various social projects;
preparing presentations to various groups on cultural realities of your own country. Flexibility is required on all
activities.
🏠 Accommodation on site
Food: To be provided for free at the host family and at the project. Food will not be available outside
designated project location. --
Accommodation: Volunteers will be accommodated at the local host family in the community. Staying with a
host family is a great way to learn and understanding the culture. The host family will be able to introduce
volunteers to the nuances of life and the food and culture. Volunteers are expected to be part of the family and
not guest!
📍 About the location
The Project will be hosted in Magole community located in the outskirts of Dar es
Salaam about 30km from Dar es Salaam city center. It has a beautiful landscape and natural attractions where
some wild animals (Monkeys, rabbits and birds) are still visible. It is accessible by public and private transport.
Convenient shops are available and there is signal for mobile phones where internet can be accessible as well.
Free time activities: Weekends will be free for volunteers to spend time with their host families. However there
is also a possibilities to visit places like Zanzibar and Bagamoyo historical towns, Wildlife safari), cultural and
eco-tourism activities (We can provide some tips and price quotes if needed). --
Arrival and Terminal
Volunteers will be picked up at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) on or before the date provided by the
volunteer. Arrival information should be provided at least seven days before the project start. Arrival/Starting
date of the project is Last Thursdays of each Month. Last day should be Saturday of the last week. If you wish to
arrive earlier or stay longer due to the flight arrangements you should inform us in advance and each extra day
will attract a little cost of €20 (Euro) to cover the cost of accommodation and meals. Maximum two days.
ℹ️ Additional information
Start: Last Thursday of each Month. End: Saturday of the last week. Min & Max. Duration: 2-6 Months (Strictly). Participation fee : 300 € per month.