Mozambique - Volunteer Abroad on a Care Project

Mozambique - Volunteer Abroad on a Care Project

As a volunteer on a Care project in Mozambique you have an important role to play, whether you are on a gap year or career break looking for some experience in development work, or as a trained professional offering us the benefit of your experience. Everybody is welcomed, provided you are willing to work hard and be committed to the role and to the children you are there to help.

Projects Abroad works with orphanages and day care centres in the coastal town of Vilanculos. Mozambique remains one of the poorest countries in the world and we don't pretend that we can solve all the social problems affecting the country, but with the help of volunteers, we can make a difference to a large number of underprivileged children.

Volunteering on a Care Project in Mozambique

In whichever volunteer care project you find yourself, you need to be ready for a challenge. Many of the children have had very difficult lives and may be desperate for attention. There are likely to be some who have health problems or who require special attention due to disabilities. Over 10% of Mozambique’s population is infected with HIV, so there will certainly be some children who are infected or affected by HIV/AIDS. Your role is to help improve their lives in whatever way possible.

The care work is often quite varied; it may involve practical care activities like washing and dressing the children, or playing games, sports and helping older children with their homework. You may even want to take a group out on a trip. Projects Abroad will support you in any way that we can.

Helping with basic education is also important as many of the children arrive at the homes after being orphaned or abandoned and have received little or no previous formal education. Volunteers at these placements assist with interactive activities that enhance the growth and development of the children. The local staff appreciate a flexible attitude and an enthusiasm to help where needed.