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Volunteer Abroad in Uganda

Programme Overview

Volunteer Uganda is a unique organisation that gives enthusiastic, young people the opportunity to teach in our partner schools for between six and twelve weeks. Volunteers make a real difference and our program generates funds for the work of our partner charities which built and run four primary schools, a secondary school and a college. These institutions provide education for approximately two thousand people in Uganda and are transforming the lives of local people.

Volunteer roles

Volunteer at Kirima PrimaryVolunteers teach one class in one school throughout their time. We place three or four volunteers in each school.

  • An induction at the start introduces you to the area.
  • Our "Limited Resource Teacher Training" (LRTT) equips you with the skills to be both an effective and inspiring teacher.
  • Volunteers teach English, Maths, Science, Physical Education and IT.
  • Volunteers also play an invaluable role in our HIV awareness outreach projects which teach young people about HIV/AIDS and facilitate testing.
  • Placements are flexible to encourage volunteers to work to their own strenghts; no subjects are compulsory.

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Excursions

Tree lion in Queen Elizabeth ParkAt weekends, volunteers have the opportunity to try out a variety of fantastic activities, such as:

  • White Water Rafting
  • Safari in Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Mountain Gorilla Tracking
  • Chimp Tracking
  • Bungee Jumping

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The VU Lodge

The Volunteer Uganda LodgeOur Lodge is a beautiful place to stay while volunteering in Uganda, with fantastic views over the unspoilt Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (a world heritage site).

  • Groups of around 20-40 volunteers
  • We live together in out hostel-style Lodge
  • Large central living and dining area
  • Local style "banda" dormitories

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Induction and Support

 

June 2010 volunteersThroughout the trip you will be supported and guided in what to teach by your group leader and the head of volunteering. The first week is an induction week where:

  • You take part in structured discussions on teaching methods.
  • Each volunteer plans and gives a mini lesson.
  • A series of talks introduce key aspects such as local culture.

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What makes Volunteer Uganda unique?

The Volunteer Uganda TeamUnlike some volunteer companies with dozens of placements around the world, Volunteer Uganda is committed to making a real difference to people in an area where our NGO's and charities we have worked in for over ten years.

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Who Can Volunteer?

Volunteer teaching

We have a wide variety of volunteers from the UK and around the world

  • Volunteers need to have completed education to A-Level equivalent or beyond
  • Above all, volunteers must be enthusiastic and motivated to make a real difference
  • No teaching experience is required

When can I go?

We run programmes throughout the year, mainly timed to fit in with Uganda school terms. Look at the list below to see what fits in with your skills, education and interest.

  • To view web pages describing the program, click the Info link
  • If you have questions or want to chat to us, click the Enquire link
  • When you are ready to send us your application form, click the Apply link

 

Trips you can apply for now:

  • June: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching primary schools in rural Africa in your Uni vacation or gap year

  • Mon 11 Jun 12 to Sun 22 Jul 12

  • Inclusive package cost £1250


  • Apply
  • June: Volunteer teaching, 12 weeks with summer school

    Join a group teaching primary schools in rural Africa in your Uni vacation or gap year

  • Mon 11 Jun 12 to Thu 30 Aug 12

  • Cost including summer school £2300


  • Apply
  • NQT Inspire Programme

    An unforgettable summer of teaching experience and real impact. (Post PGCE)

  • Sun 01 Jul 12 to Mon 30 Jul 12

  • Inclusive package cost £950


  • Apply
  • July: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks with summer school

    Join a group teaching in primary schools and summer school in your Uni vacation

  • Thu 19 Jul 12 to Thu 30 Aug 12

  • Cost including summer school £1350


  • Apply
  • Teach First Internship

    Internship for Teach First participants and ambassadors, leading teacher training in Bwindi.

  • Mon 30 Jul 12 to Sun 26 Aug 12

  • £800 (£1050 with Safari)


  • Apply
  • Research Uganda Internship

    Volunteer Uganda Research Internship. Build your experience while driving our work.

  • Sun 26 Aug 12 to Sat 22 Sep 12

  • Inclusive package cost £950


  • Apply
  • Enterprise Uganda (Birmingham Team)

    Internship for socially conscious business minded students with an appetite for adventure.

  • Sun 26 Aug 12 to Sat 22 Sep 12

  • Inclusive package cost £950


  • Apply
  • September: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Fri 07 Sep 12 to Wed 17 Oct 12

  • Cost £1250 less £100 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • September: Volunteer teaching 12 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Fri 07 Sep 12 to Wed 28 Nov 12

  • Cost £2,250 less £150 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • Educational Leadership Research for TF Ambassadors

    Carry out your masters research in an exciting setting in collaboration with of TF ambassadors.

  • Fri 07 Sep 12 to Wed 17 Oct 12

  • Cost £1350 less £100 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • October: Volunteer teaching 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Fri 19 Oct 12 to Wed 28 Nov 12

  • Cost £1250 less £100 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • January: Volunteer teaching, 12 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Thu 24 Jan 13 to Thu 18 Apr 13

  • Cost £2300 less £150 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • January: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Thu 24 Jan 13 to Thu 07 Mar 13

  • Package cost £1350 less £100 discount


  • Apply
  • March: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Thu 07 Mar 13 to Thu 18 Apr 13

  • Package cost £1350 less £100 discount


  • Apply
  • June: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year.

  • Thu 13 Jun 13 to Mon 22 Jul 13

  • Package cost £1250


  • Apply
  • June: Volunteer teaching, 12 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year

  • Thu 13 Jun 13 to Wed 29 Aug 12

  • Cost £2300 less £100 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • July: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year.

  • Thu 18 Jul 13 to Thu 29 Aug 13

  • Cost including summer school £1350


  • Apply
  • September: Volunteer teaching, 12 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year.

  • Thu 05 Sep 13 to Thu 28 Nov 13

  • Cost £2300 less £150 early booking discount


  • Apply
  • October: Volunteer teaching, 6 weeks

    Join a group teaching in primary schools in rural Africa in your student break or gap year.

  • Thu 17 Oct 13 to Thu 28 Nov 13

  • Package cost £1350 less £100 discount


  • Apply