📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
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.
💼 What the programme involves
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
Location of the Project: 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).
⚠️ Requirements
Commitment to treating others with respect, Non-judgmental approach that values different cultures, , Interest in people, culture and their stories, open minded, flexible and ability to work under less supervision. Attention, minimum duration to participate in this project is strictly 2 months and maximum 6 months.
ℹ️ Additional information
Long and medium term volunteer projects are a unique cross cultural experiences program that connects people from around the world with local communities in Tanzania. The program offers a powerful vision built on our belief that volunteers and local communities have a vital role to play in development and in building a more just and sustainable world community. Long and medium term Volunteer (LMTV) projects offer the chance to work as a volunteer, experience different cultures, meet people from different countries, learn new or improve skills, take part in peace making and hands-on on various community development projects. A Long-term Volunteer and/or Medium-term Volunteer position at UVIKIUTA is an exceptional option for people to gain experience in service projects and obtain hands on understanding in world issues.