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  TANZANIE 2008

   UVIKIUTA       +20 ans

 

 

    I: WHAT IS A WORKCAMP

Workcamps are projects where a group of campers work and live together on a project which has been identified by a local community or a project working with that community. They are short term activities of between 2 to 3 weeks. Everybody can participate as the project includes support and training for the development of the activities. In only few cases the Camper need to fulfill specific requirements and it is indicated in the information sheet. A workcamp is a personal-building experience, a journey not only through the geography of our planet, but also a journey through the several cultures of our world, a self-discovering journey. Workcamp activities can vary from renovating an old building to environmental education with children, from English teaching to construction work, Tree planting, coaching sports, music, arts and crafts camps etc.  

    II: THE AIM

Workcamps aim at bringing together people from different cultures and promoting, through practical actions, mutual understanding and lasting peace. Workcamps are a practical tool to demonstrate that living, working together and sharing knowledge is not only possible but rewarding. In the International work camps we see the possibility of campers to exchange experiences, learn more about other social, cultural, political and living conditions.  

   III: THE GROUP

The minimum age to qualify to be a camper is 18 years old. Most young people and adults, who want to have a break from their jobs, travel in different approach rather than tourist, experiencing something new in their lives or students with varied backgrounds and interest has been part of this program in the last 15 years. Usually one Work camp will have campers from 4-12 different nationalities from across the world.

IV: BOARD AND LODGING

Campers live in very basic and simple accommodations such as  in youth hostels, host families, guest houses, empty residential houses, tents, school classrooms, tents etc.

V: THE WORK

The work (Mostly 4-6 hours daily from Monday to Friday) should encourage people to get to know each other by working towards a common aim and simultaneously providing a real service. The work requires no previous knowledge or experience e.g. tree planting, construction of community facilities and renovation, ecology, child supervision, tree planting etc.

VI: FREE TIME

We encourage campers to spend their free time together in a group and can be used to get to know the community, the Region or the country in more ways than as usual tourist. UVIKIUTA coordinates as well safari programs for campers who need that before or after the workcamp. Extra information on safari program is available on request.

VII: IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

  1. Dates: - (Arrival and departure dates are indicated in the detailed information provided below). It is very important that campers arrive on time and stay till the end of the workcamp.

  2. Meeting point: - Campers will meet at YWCA- Dar es Salaam located along Maktaba Street and Ghana Avenue near general post office at the starting date of the camp from 14:00. If a camper can not make it he.she will have to inform the office in advance. Campers can be picked at Dar es Salaam airport on special arrangement in advance.

  3. Age: - Minimum age is 18 years old no maximum. Younger campers should be accompanied by parents or guardians.

  4. Language: - English and Kiswahili will be official languages of the work camps.  Campers have to be able to communicate in either language, but it does not need to be perfect.

  5. Participation fee: Will be indicated in individual work camp information sheet. The fee covers, Orientation, Administration cost, Accommodation and food during the project (including scheduled activities), activities as scheduled during the project, Evaluation meetings and a certificate at the end of the project to attest your participation. The fee does not cover the following costs; Pick up service upon arrival, Transportation to/from the meeting point to/from project site, Personal expenses, Travel/Health insurance, Travel expenses from/to your country of origin/destination, Extra activities outside the program.

  6. Application form should be sent to our partners which exists in applicant’s home country and if does not exist, she/he can send direct to UVIKIUTA at least 3 weeks before the camp start.

  7. All applications will be reviewed thoroughly. Once campers have been chosen, both selected campers and the sponsoring organisations will be sent detailed information about the work camp.

  8.Things to bring: - Campers will receive a list of things to bring to the workcamp depending on the nature of accommodation facility. If you do not get it you will have to ask before departing your home community/Country.

VIII: Programs

1.      Orientation:  Will be organised for all campers to get information and be prepared for the project. It is compulsory even for those who have done it before or with sending organisation.

2.      Community Service:  Campers will be involved in various community development projects where they will spend most of their time as described below (Camp code, location, dates etc).

3.      Cultural exchange: Camper(s) will have an opportunity to present and exhibit their unique culture.

4.      Educational activities: Campers will have a chance to attend and discuss various global and local issues. They will also have study tours/ visit within the community.

5.      Evaluation and reporting:  Campers have participated in the evaluation session to be organised at the end, individual camper. They will also write a work camp evaluation report using provided format and submit before departing from the workcamp.

   

DETAILED WORKCAMP INFORMATION

Camp code:  UV. 135.6
Dates: 18th April to 3rd May 2008
Location: Lake Manyara- ARUSHA
Theme: Preservation of environment and sustainable development

Project:  Campers will be working on creating fire breaks control between the village boarder corridor and Lake Manyara National Park . Other activities will be tree planting and environment education program for local Youths.  
Educational activities: Participants will have an opportunity to participate in discussions and study visits on environmental and sustainable development in the Lake Manyara area. Bring information from your own community for sharing.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 136.11
Dates: 18th April to 3rd May 2008
Location: Mto wa Mbu- ARUSHA
Theme: Multicultural society

Project:   Campers will participate in agriculture project at Mto wa Mbu. Activities will be cultivating, planting and irrigation. Local young people has been sensitised to go back to land as an alternative way of poverty reduction.  Crops will be banana, rice etc....
Educational activities: Campers will enjoy cultural exchange programs, and multicultural community of Tanzanian tribes living in Mto wa Mbu (It has been observed that Mto wa Mbu has 125 Tribes. nearly all tribes of Tanzania ). Other activities will be; Bike or hike to the impressive lake and water falls, both lined with thriving papyrus plants. At night, leopards and hippos frequently visit the area, but during the day, visitors can swim in the refreshing pool beneath the falls.  
Visit a real Maasai boma (Family) and see the lifestyles of the legendary tribe up-close. Along with a guided tour of the boma and introduction to the local Maasai population, tribesmen will offer to paint traditional Maasai tattoos for visitors and even let milk their prized cows. Get an inside looks at the homes and exquisite crafts of Mto wa Mbu many tribes.  Campers will get a chance to meet locals and learn about Banana beer, Makonde wood carving and the tribal painting techniques, kisu and tingatinga. A stroll through the village provides a great introduction to everyday life in Africa .

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 137.6  
Dates: 9th to 24th May 2008  
Location: Chamazi, TEMEKE  
Theme:  Environment

Project:  Campers will visit various Primary and secondary schools in area to plant trees. In these way campers they will sensitize the pupils and teachers to plant tree along their school premises and homesteads. Campers will also work to distribute trees to various local people for planting.  
Education activities: Campers will organise various workshops with kids in Primary and secondary schools around environmental sustainability. Kids and Young people in the community will be encouraged to form environmental clubs to advocate for environment conservation. Campers will be able to visit other various projects in the region related to the subject.  

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 138.6  
Dates: 9th to 24th May 2008  
Location: Magole, TEMEKE  
Theme:  Environment

The Project: Campers will participate in tree planting in the area which was formally used a mining plots (Digging sand for construction). The aim of the project is to protect the land against erosion. Depending on the weather, more community will be organised.  
Study Part:  Campers will have a great opportunity to learn and share the relationship between development and environment.  How human being can damage the environment in the excuse of development.  The project will be one of the study cases. Visits will be organised as well to visit different places related to the subject. Please bring information from your own community or organisation.  
Educational activities: Campers will have an opportunity to learn through discussions, study visit and observations the relationship between poverty and environment and how it depends on each other.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 139.6  
Dates: 30th May to 13th June 2008  
Location: Mwika, MOSHI  
Theme:  Environment and Ecology

Project:  Campers will be involved in tree re-planting along Kilimanjaro mountain sloops to conserve water sources and natural vegetation. Other activities will organise around in the community.  
Educational activities:  Campers will have an opportunity to learn through discussions, study visit and observations the relationship between poverty and environment and how it depends on each other.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 140.11  
Dates: 30th May to 13th June 2008  
Location: Usangi, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Construction and Environment

The Project:  Campers will be involved in construction of a local school class rooms. The project is aiming to provide more room for kids to enrol in primary education next year. Other activities like tree planting will be organised depending on the weather.
Study Part: Campers will work in the afternoon to raise awareness to the community on environmental conservation activities. This will include meeting with Youth, women and elders. Various workshops will be organised by the campers. World environmental day (5th June) will be commemorated during the project and campers will participate as well in the preparation.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 141.5  
Dates: 20th June to 5th July 2008  
Location: Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Languages for peace and understanding 

Project: Campers will help children and Young people with special needs to learn English during their school holidays. Campers wishing to learn Kiswahili ( Tanzania official language) this will be also an opportunity.
Educational activities: Through study tours and various workshops camper will be able to learn and examine the power of language in economy, social, cultural and political development. Please bring information from your own country/Community.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.
Special things to bring: You may want to bring some Basic English learning books for kids/Young people from the age of 7 to 14. Toys, pencils, balloons, soccer balls, valley balls and other stuff which might entertain young people to learn will also be welcomed.

 

Camp code:  UV. 142.9  
Dates: 22nd June to 12th July 2008  
Location: Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Community Sports Leadership

Project:  Campers will be teaching/Coaching kids on various sports. This will include soccer, volleyball, basketball and netball. Sports will help kids to grow healthily but these days sports has become employment opportunity for may young people, so this can help them in future. Sports are used as a tool to advocate for change of behaviours on HIV/AIDS and involvement of Young people in various development activities.
Educational activities: The role of sports in development. Campers will be able to share knowledge and skills on how sports can be used to stimulate development in the community. Various workshops will be organised. Kindly bring information from you own country/Community for sharing.

Participation fee: US$200 plus US$30 for orientation payable on arrival.

Camp code:  UV. 143.9  
Dates: 22nd June to 12th July 2008  
Location: Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Community Sports Leadership

Project:  Camper will be involved in construction of sports infrastructures in the community. This will include play grounds and tree planting around sports facilities.
Educational activities: Campers will be able to learn and put into practice how sports can be used as tool to rich communities. Campers will visit various places using sports to discuss and raise awareness on various development issues like HIV/AIDS, Environmental sustainability, Gender equality etc.

Participation fee:  US$300 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 144.10  
Dates: 1st to 21st July 2008  
Location:  Chamazi, TEMEKE  
Theme:   Ideology and Spirituality

Project: Participant will be involved in construction of community library. Activities will be bricks making, digging foundation and building walls.  
Educational activities:  Ideology and spiritually will be one of the key learning in this area. Guest speakers from various ideological and spirituality/ religion background will be invited to talk about their religion. Campers at the end will be able to learn about the role of Religion in our society and how it can bring about peace and development. There will be also music/choir classes for interested campers.

Participation fee:  US$300 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 145.11  
Dates: 11th to 26th July 2008  
Location:  Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Human recourse sustainability

Project:  The main part of the work will be construction of the health centre in the community. Educational activities:  Human resources are most important inputs in any production process. Once prepared and mobilized this recourse must be sustained. It must be protected from threats like HIV/AIDS, drugs, alcoholism and overpopulation. Such resource must also be kept healthy by ensuring adequate physical exercise [games and sports]. It is has been observed that, human resources is not that cared for and given enough attention.  The country is loosing a lot of highly trained professionals, massive labor force mostly young people due to HIV/AIDS, alcoholism and drug abuse. Campers will be able to learn about various health issues in the community. At some point campers will participate in discussions with local communities on the issue. Please be prepared and bring information from your home community/ country.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 146.9  
Dates: 14th July to 2nd August 2008  
Location:  Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:  Community sports leadership

Project:  Camper will be involved in construction of sports infrastructures in the community. This will include play grounds and tree planting along sports facilities.
Educational activities: Campers will be able to learn and put into practice how sports can be used as tool to rich communities. Campers will visit various places using sports to discuss and raise awareness on various development issues like HIV/AIDS, Environmental sustainability, Gender equality etc.

Participation fee:  US$300 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 147.5  
Dates: 8th to 23rd August 2008  
Location:  West Unguja- ZANZIBAR  
Theme:   Youth and Entrepreneurship

This International work camp is organised to celebrate International Youth day (12th August). This has been an annual even for UVIKIUTA. Campers will first participate in a day orientation, following on Youth forum, celebrating of the event and then campers will go to the community. During the forum and project work camp UV. 147.5 will focus Youth and Entrepreneurship. Project: Campers will be involved in construction of local school class rooms. Depending on the weather and availabilities of materials more community activities will be organised. Educational activities: Youth is a storehouse of local and national labor force. They consist of the greater percentage of populations in developing countries, a basic human resource for development and a growing consciousness of nationhood. All these attributes must be tapped to ensure desired development occurs in respective communities / Societies. Secondly, most countries today are experiencing high rates of unemployment and youth are the most affected. Development of entrepreneurship programs is paramount in addressing their plight.  During the Youth forum and the work camp, campers will have an opportunity to share information from their own countries/communities and from Tanzania .  Camps are encouraged to research on the subject and come informed about the situation in their home communities.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

 

Camp code:  UV. 148.8  
Dates: 8th to 23rd August 2008  
Location:  South Unguja- ZANZIBAR  
Theme:  Youth and Human recourse sustainability

This International work camp is organised to celebrate International Youth day (12th August). This has been an annual even for UVIKIUTA. Campers will first participate in a day orientation, following on Youth forum, celebrating of the event and then campers will go to the community. During the forum and project work camp UV. 148.8 will focus on Youth and human recourse sustainability.  
Project: Participants of this work camp will be involved in construction of school in the community.  
Educational activities: Human resources are most important inputs in any production process. Once prepared and mobilized this recourse must be sustained. It must be protected from threats like HIV/AIDS, drugs, alcoholism and overpopulation. Such resource must also be kept healthy by ensuring adequate physical exercise [games and sports]. It is has been observed that, human resources is not receive enough attentions.  The country is loosing a lot of highly trained professionals, massive labor force mostly young people due to HIV/AIDS, alcoholism and drug abuse. This topic will be one of the topics in the Youth forum in the first days.  Campers from this camp will focus on this subject. You are encouraged to research and come informed to share.  

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 149.5  
Dates: 8th to 23rd August 2008  
Location:  North Unguja- ZANZIBAR  
Theme:  Youth and Media  

This International work camp is organised to celebrate International Youth day (12th August). This has been an annual even for UVIKIUTA. Campers will first participate in a day orientation, following on Youth forum, celebrating of the event and then campers will go to the community. During the forum and project work camp UV. 149.5 will focus on Youth and media.  
Project: Participants of this work camp will be involved in construction of school in the community.
Educational activities:  Today we are living in the age of mass media. This means that, the media have an inevitable effect on our daily life whether we like it or not.  In addition to TV, radio, magazines, newspapers, the advent of advanced media such as computers and satellite increases the influence in every way. Indeed, bad influence on mass media is not a new one. But today the degree of violence and hedonism of mass media is many more than former days with its wide spread.  Modern people are imbued with violence, sex and epicurism.  Especially the influence of mass media on Youth who are very sensitive in cultural environment is very serious. This topic will be one of the topics in the Youth forum on the first days.  Campers from this camp will focus on this subject. You are encouraged to research and come informed to share.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 150.8  
Dates: 29th August to 13 September 2008  
Location:  West Manyoni- SINGIDA  
Theme:  Education for all

The Project:  Campers will be involved in construction of a local school class rooms. The project is aiming to provide more room for kids to enrol in primary education next year. Other activities like tree planting will be organised depending on the weather.  
Study Part: Campers will work in the afternoon to raise awareness to the community on environmental conservation activities and prevention of HIV/AIDS which are challenge towards development. This will include meeting with Youth, women and elders.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 151.8  
Dates: 29th August to 13 September 2008  
Location:  East Manyoni- SINGIDA

The Project:  Campers will be involved in construction of a local school class rooms. The project is aiming to provide more room for kids to enrol in primary education next year. Other activities like tree planting will be organised depending on the weather.  
Study Part: Campers will work in the afternoon to raise awareness to the community on environmental conservation activities and prevention of HIV/AIDS which are challenge towards development. This will include meeting with Youth, women and elders.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 152.9  
Dates: 19th September to 4th October 2008  
Location:  Chamazi, TEMEKE  
Theme:  Music and development (25th UVIKIUTA anniversary)

Project: This camp will involve campers and Young people who are skilled or have an interest on music. This camp will involve teaching kids basics of music. During the project campers, kids and young people will be able to organised shows give messages to the public of various development issues including HIV/AIDS, Gender equality, Globalisation etc.
Study Part:  Campers will learn about the power of music in transforming the society. Study cases on various local and International musicians will be presented. Local musician might be invited to make presentation on the subject. Please bring information related to the subject from your community or country.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 153.5  
Dates: 19th September to 4th October 2008  
Location:  Magole, TEMEKE  
Theme:  Community sports leadership (UVIKIUTA 25th anniversary)

This work camp is organised as part of celebration of 25th anniversary of UVIKIUTA. The apex of the celebration will be on 1st October.  

Project:  The camp will consist of both sports coaches and those who are interested in sports. During the project campers will be involved in construction of sports infrastructure in the community, play and coaching various sports to other volunteers, Young people and kids. . This will include soccer, volleyball, basketball and net ball. Sports will be used as well as a tool to advocate for change of behaviours on HIV/AIDS and involvement of Young people in various development activities.  
Educational activities: The role of sports in development. Various workshops and discussion will be organised by the volunteers to discuss on the issue. Campers are encouraged to be prepared in advance for the topic by collecting related information from their own communities. Special skills:  Knowledge and interest on sports (any type of sports) will be an added advantage in this project.  
Participation fee:  US$200 plus US$30 for orientation to be paid on arrival cash preferebably. 

 

Camp code:  UV. 154.11  
Dates: 10th to 25th October 2008  
Location:  Lushoto, TANGA  

Lushoto is the major town and district centre, albeit small, in the Usambara Mountains , halfway between the coast and the parks. It was founded by the German administration after the people of the area had been "pacified" about one hundred years ago. The Germans even planned to move their capital here because of the pleasant mountain climate.  It offers excellent opportunities for hiking both in the mountains, partly covered by Afromontane forest. Ecological tours are organized and are a good way of exploring the region. The popular pot plant Saintpaulia has its only wild occurrences in Tanzania , and particularly in the Usambara Mountains . The people are particularly hospitable and the whole town has a lovely vibe to it. Lushoto is among the districts forming Tanga Region.  
Project activities: The host community is undergoing on Education improvement project build more school class rooms to increase the number of pupils enrolling to school, improving existing school facilities etc. Your participation in this project will help the children of this area to have access to the education. Activities will be Collection of building materials [Sand, bricks and stones] from different locations and bring them to the construction site, Construction of foundation to build three classrooms and Building walls.  
Study Part:  Campers will be able to learn and share the impact of tourism on local culture, economy and environment through various workshops.  On free time/ weekend campers will be able to visit Magamba rain forest, Irente view point and Orphanage center. Mkuzu Water falls and meeting with malt-sector HIV/AIDS committee in area.

Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 155.6  
Dates: 31st October to 15th November 2008  
Location:  Mwika, MOSHI  
Theme:  Environment and ecology

Project:  Campers will be involved in tree re-planting along Kilimanjaro mountain sloops to conserve water sources and natural vegetation. Other activities will organise around in the community.
Educational activities:  Campers will have an opportunity to learn through discussions, study visit and observations the relationship between poverty and environment and how it depends on each other.

Participation fee:  US$200 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 156.5  
Dates: 31st October to 15th November 2008  
Location:  Mwanga, KILIMANJARO  
Theme:   Youth and Sports  

Project: Campers will be teaching/Coaching kids and Youths on various sports. This will include soccer, volleyball, basketball and netball and various kids’ games. Sports will help kids to grow healthily but these days sports has become employment opportunity for may young people, so this can help them in future. Sports are used as a tool to advocate for change of behaviours on HIV/AIDS and involvement of Young people in various development activities. Educational activities: The role of sports in development. Various workshops and discussion will be organised by the volunteers to discuss on the issue.
Special skills:  Campers should have knowledge and interest in sports. Campers who are interested to learn sports or playing with kids are also welcomed to apply.
Participation fee: US$200 plus US$30 for orientation.
Meeting Point: Campers will meet at YWCA- Dar es Salaam located along Maktaba Street and Ghana Avenue dare s Salaam near general post office at 14.00 on 31st October 2008. Campers can be picked at Dar es Salaam airport on special arrangements.

 

Camp code:  UV. 157.8  
Dates: 21st November to 6th December 2008  
Location:  Mkoani, PEMBA

Project activities: The host community is undergoing on Education improvement project build more school class rooms to increase the number of pupils enrolling to school, improving existing school facilities etc. Your participation in this project will help the children of this area to have access to the education. Activities will be Collection of building materials [Sand, bricks and stones] from different locations and bring them to the construction site, Construction of foundation to build three classrooms and Building walls.  
Study Part: HIV/AIDS has a terrible effect on individuals and communities and places hug strains on the health care and social systems. During the work camp we will be able to have presentation on Tanzania situation and sharing good practices from different countries. Volunteers and the community members will work on what can be their role to bring change to the current situation. You are encouraged to bring information from your home community and some ideas for discussions.  
Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 158.11  
Dates: 21st November to 6th December 2008  
Location:  Chake, PEMBA

Project activities: Kazi za ujenzi wa Taifa is a local term used to describe the voluntary service scheme. The scheme is very popular among the villager and in this case volunteers will join the community members to build a school class room in Chake chake District. Volunteers are requested to be flexible since we might do more activities, you will be informed when we have extra information.  
Educational activities: Drug abuse is a global phenomenon. It affects almost every country although its extent and characteristic differ from region to region. Drug abuse trends around the world, especially among young people. It is an international trade and destroys lives everywhere. The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has declared war against drug dealer and users. In complementing the Government efforts we will have some session around the topic. Please bring more information about the situation in your community and country for sharing. Think of what you/we can do to bring positive change.  
Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably.

 

Camp code:  UV. 159.3.  
Dates: 12th to 27th December 2008  
Location:  Magole, TEMEKE  
Theme:  The Power of Language in Promotion of peace and Understanding

Project: Campers will help children and Young people with special needs to learn English during their school holidays. Volunteers wishing to teach Kiswahili ( Tanzania official language) this will be also an opportunity.  
Educational activities: Through study tours and various workshops camper will be able to learn and examine the power of language in economy, social, cultural and political development. Please bring information from your own country/Community. Campers will be involved in organising Christmas party for homeless Youth.
Participation fee:  US$250 and US$30 for orientation payable upon arrival at the orientation centre, cash preferably. It covers accommodation and meals during the project. Transport from your home community to the project site, cost of free/leisure time activities, medical and pocket money are not included.

Special things to bring: You may want to bring some Basic English learning books for kids/Young people from the age of 7 to 14. Toys, pencils, balloons, soccer balls, valley balls, Christmas decorations, crafts and other stuff which might entertain young people to learn will also be welcomed. We welcome a charity contribution of US$50 or from each volunteer to contribute to preparation of Christmas party and gifts for homeless Youths who will be invited at the camp site during Christmas day.

 

Camp code:  UV. 160.5  
Dates: 12th to 27th December 2008
Location:  Chamazi, TEMEKE  
Theme:  The voice of Youth in the society

This International work camp will take place at UVIKIUTA headquarters base. As an annual event this will also part of celebrating the festival season (Christmas and New Year).  
Project: Campers will be involved to organised Kids programs, teaching English, drawings, playing with them. Kids will be from the age of 5 to 10 years old or bit older. They will be coming to centre in the morning and depart by afternoon. Depending on the weather, campers might plant trees with kids and teaching them ABC of ecology. They will also prepare Christmas party for orphanage and kids living in difficult situation.  
Educational activities:  In our society it has become normal for the older people to refer to youth as leaders of tomorrow which never comes. The youth want to join leadership ranks now and pressure to this end in mounting.  Camper will do some workshops with youth and elders to address this. Please do research from your home country/community and bring some information for sharing.  
Participation fee: US$250 plus US$30 for orientation to be paid on arrival at the orientation center. Other cost of transport, visa, medical, free/leisure activities should be born by the campers or their sponsoring organizations.  
Special things to bring: You may want to bring some Basic English learning books for kids/Young people from the age of 10-15. Toys, pencils, balloons, soccer balls, valley balls, Christmas crafts and other stuff which might entertain the kids.  Charity contribution of US$50 from each camper is welcomed to prepare Christmas gifts and party for Kids living in difficulties.