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We are Eddy and Eva, a married couple residing on Mwiri Hill in Jinja. We are the parents of three biological children and also provide care for many amazing children and teenagers in our community. Additionally, we operate a non-profit organization in the area.
We are involved in two main projects as part of our initiative. Firstly, we operate a community school that offers quality education and comprehensive support to over 300 children from nearby underserved communities. Our school primarily caters to orphans and vulnerable children living with caregivers. Secondly, we run a community skills center where unemployed youth and women are trained in various vocational skills such as tailoring and fashion, computer skills, farming, hairdressing, beauty, and product making. These skills aim to improve their job prospects, entrepreneurial abilities, and overall livelihoods.
We have had the privilege of collaborating with volunteers from various parts of the world who have made valuable contributions to our projects. Volunteers play a crucial role in our initiatives, participating in activities such as teaching at our school, children workshops, organizing dance classes, planting trees, conducting community outreach, providing skills training, offering counseling, gardening, eco projects, construction, painting, photo and videography and assisting with fundraising efforts.
The communities we work with face significant challenges related to poverty and unemployment. Our approach focuses on empowering individuals through education and sustainable initiatives, rather than simply providing handouts.
We deeply appreciate the dedication and support of individuals like you who are passionate about making a positive impact through community projects. If you are interested in collaborating with us and contributing your skills and time, please don't hesitate to reach out. We welcome the opportunity to work together towards our shared goals.Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will the opportunity to meet new people from diverse tribes in Uganda, experience diversity of foods and cultures, Uganda is a welcoming country with beautiful places and languages. there is a lot to learn from you and from us.
Projects involving children
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Help
We have a wide variety of activities where you can volunteers which include Teaching in our school, cooking, baby sitting, helping at school farm, tree planting project, dance, music and art workshops, life skills training, farm, fundraising, photography, video, construction among others
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Luganda, Ganda: Fluent
Swahili (Kiswahili): FluentAccommodation
We have adequate space and separate building within same fence detected to volunteers it has both hostel and guest room. it is self contained with washrooms and other basics. We share meals and a good time together but you can also choose to make you own meals. we also have a beautiful balcony overlooking lake Victoria
What else ...
During their time off. Volunteer can take community Walks, go hill climbing, go swimming at lake Victoria, attend community music and drama concerts, tour different places like the Source of River Nile , mwiri hill etc
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
We have secure and adequate parking at our house and at the school campus
Can possibly accept pets
This host has said they are willing to accept those travelling with a pet.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
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In these 3 weeks we renovated classrooms, repainted part of the school and worked with PCs and also spend a lot of time with the lovely kids dancing and singing.
A very lovely family thank you.
I love everything that Eddy and Eva have set up with the non profit organisations, it’s inspiring. I spent some time teaching English and computer lessons as well as helping out with the serving of porridge at breakfast time. The kids and energy at the school is so positive, such a great environment and I’m so… read more
I stayed with Eddy and Eva for about 3 weeks, and enjoyed every minute of it.
If you're looking for a real cultural exchange with the most kind and generous people, look no further.
From teaching some classes at the school, to being able to easily wander around the neighborhood and eat everything local, I couldn't have… read more
Experience: One thing I really appreciate is that this is really "WORKAWAY", as I was really standing in front of the class and teaching. The head teacher, Elija, was so dedicated and inspiring. He was pushing me… read more
The team of the NVP was also very friendly and welcoming to me. Because they had evaluation at… read more
we are grateful for her support and effort.
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After 3 short… read more
For three weeks, I spent time with the community and I helped to enhance the nursery… read more