Project details

Country

Category

Social

Social

Starting period

Year-round arrival on Saturdays or Sundays

Minimum length of stay

4 weeks

Number of people

1-4 people

Study fields

Social work, Public Health, Psychology, Psychiatry, Occupational therapy, Health care, Nursing, Medicine, Education, Agriculture


Country

Category

Social

Social

Starting period

Year-round arrival on Saturdays or Sundays

Minimum length of stay

4 weeks

Number of people

1-4 people

Study fields

Social work, Public Health, Psychology, Psychiatry, Occupational therapy, Health care, Nursing, Medicine, Education, Agriculture

Minor, Internship, Volunteerwork

Addiction Recovery community project, Tanzania

Our hosting partner AVO has partnered with a project which specifically on men from the community who are in recovery. The Sober living facility is a privately run facility founded by a community member who is in his 10th year of sobriety from addiction. The home provides a safe space for the men to find solace, guidance and intensive support in their recovery journey before re-joining the community independently.

Project description
The vacancy
The facilities
The costs

Vacancy requirements

  • Fully Self-funded, however we do encourage fundraising or crowdfunding
  • For student interns: 2nd year + Undergraduate University Student project fields mentioned
  • For experienced interns: 6 months + experience for professional candidates from related professional backgrounds only
  • Able to adapt to different work environments and changing situations in Africa
  • Bring their passion for making a difference

Stories

95 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 / 5.

Tanzania
2024

I think Tanzania is a fantastic country. The people are very sweet and welcoming and the nature is beautiful. I already felt at home there after just two days. I did two projects and two outreaches. I really enjoyed working at the Hospital. I have seen syndromes and case studies there that I am very happy to have seen. I did feel like I had a lot of responsibility. I performed many actions independently. There was however, the language barrier. Patients and family speak KiSwahili while we spoke only English, but in the end everything worked out fine. My time at Medical Center was very different. The staff seemed senior trained, the care was better, but also much slower. I really enjoyed the Outreaches. There, I really felt like I could help and contribute. I have vaccinated babies there and carried out preventive screenings. I had thought in advance that the accommodation would really be in the middle of the city, but when I opened the doors the first morning and saw nothing but jungle, I thought it was incredible. The house moms were so sweet. Every day, they put their heart and soul into taking care of us. They will forever have a special place in my heart. The rooms were nice. I found it very valuable to see this experience as a kind of pre-work internship. That I was able to get up close to all these departments is something that I cherish immensely. I think that the preparation with Let's Go Africa is very nice if you are going abroad for the first time. You will have a lot to deal with and thanks to the checklist you can be sure that you will not forget anything!

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frequently asked questions

Will I be picked up at the airport?

Yes. We ensure that your program coordinator or an employee of the organization comes to pick you up and bring you to the accommodation.

Do I get a local introduction?

Yes. Often a day after arrival you will receive an introduction from our partner where you will be shown around the projects, contacts, complex and the required facilities and important information about the area.

What if I get sick during my stay?

  • Let us know as soon as possible so that we can give you advice. Also the local partner organization could assist you with, for example, arranging medication and / or visiting a hospital.
  • Keep in mind that diarrhea, stomach flu and food poisoning can occur due to different food, water and hygiene in Africa.

Can I extend my stay on-site?

It is important to first discuss this with us and with the partner organization. Because of arranging visas, ticket changes and accommodation options in the country and at the accommodation.

Can I drink the water from the tap?

  • In general, we strongly advise you not to drink water from the tap and to always buy bottled water. This also reduces the risk of stomach complaints, etc.
  • South Africa can be an exception in some areas, but always consult with the local people before you drink it.

What are the different accommodation types?

  • Depending on your destination there are different options with a difference in luxury. Like: hosting family, room in compound, hostel, guesthouse, apartment and (volunteer) house.
  • There are different possibilities and the costs depend on the type of accommodation you want. Please let us know your preference.
  • In some cases “basic” means there is no running water, the toilet is a hole in the ground and the electricity can fail

Can I take pictures of local people and post these on Social Media?

  • Because of privacy regulations and the protection of children’s rights it’s not allowed to take random pictures and post them on Social Media.
  • Only with permission of the person in the picture and their supervisors it’s allowed to take pictures and make videos. Always ask for specific permission to post the pictures on Social Media!

What about on-site supervision and the level of supervision?

Guidance and supervision on-site is crucial, especially for interns. We have customized local supervision and supervision on every project. The level differs per project partner but is also often available at Bachelor and Master level.

Who is my supervisor on-site?

That is a reliable local contact person that we know personally.

When will I receive the contact details of the organization and supervisor?

After payment of the program costs invoice, we provide all contact details and names of our partners and supervisors. We expect that this will be dealt with discretely, also with reference to the new privacy legislation.

MA. Roel van Hout
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MA. Roel van Hout
General Manager Let’s Go Africa

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