Support Women Empowerment

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2 - 12 semaines  ·  Âge 18 - 50+

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Clou

  • Experience Social Entrepreneurship in a local community
  • Gain knowledge by sharing a multicultural experience
  • Bring the best of yourself to improve our work!
  • Expand your views by working with different people
  • Get to live the Tanzanian life during your stay! Hakuna Matata :)


Particulièrement approprié pour

Âge 18+
Seul voyageur
Couples
Familles
Groupes
50+

À propos du programme

You will be working at Afrikan Wear Design, a small local association that is creating jobs for the community in Arusha through the production of cotton wear, jewelry...

Us

This empowerment project was founded in 2009 with the desire to combine Tanzanian Fashion with a good cause.

Unemployment is a big issue in Tanzania, so through this project,  we create jobs and improve the living standards for the community members. The jobs created can be in production, design, ...

À propos du programme

Us

This empowerment project was founded in 2009 with the desire to combine Tanzanian Fashion with a good cause.

Unemployment is a big issue in Tanzania, so through this project,  we create jobs and improve the living standards for the community members. The jobs created can be in production, design, sales, etc. By working at Afrikan Wear Design the community members have the possibility to provide for their families' needs e.g. the father/mother being able to send his/her son or daughter to university, so improving their living situation for the generation to come.

Initially, the project was dedicated to women coming from difficult family situations, but then it developed into a project for all the community members. Today we manufacture shawls, carpets, blankets, necklaces, belts, bracelets, earrings, key chains, and other goods to secure a fair income for the women and men in the community.

The program

We have put together this volunteering program with one certain purpose: improving the lives of our community members through handicraft and entrepreneurship skills combined with abroad experience, knowledge, and fresh ideas brought by the volunteers. So thanks to this solidarity chain, the goal of various families to access decent living, studies, health, etc. can be achieved. 

You

We are looking for anyone willing to contribute to improving our way of operating the project. No special skills are required but the key areas that we seek help in are marketing content creators, business management, product development. This program is open to anyone who is interested, open, passionate, and dynamic.

Loads of creativity and motivation are needed here! You can choose your own field of activity within the ones mentioned above and much more. Sometimes Afrikan Wear Design gets big orders from abroad, so it can be your job to manage that everything is produced within the given time frame to meet the customers' needs. It can also happen that Afrikan Wear Design attends different fairs, presenting the products and gaining new customers, and it could be your job to plan such an exhibition.

You will be working together with the people involved in this project. Working hours will be discussed individually and depend on how much you want to engage.

Location

Our workshop, and also your workplace, is situated in Moshono, a very safe and green neighborhood of Arusha (Arusha Region, Tanzania). Located at 2.8km (1.7 miles) from the busy city center, it is easily reachable by public transportation or by taxi. 


Choosing this program will give you the chance for a unique and true experience living the Tanzanian life and getting the first-hand experience of having and operating a business in Africa.

N.B.  No special equipment is required.



Journée typique

Like everywhere, there is no typical day and your work mainly depends on your interest and knowledge.

In the morning, upon arrival at the project, you will discuss your work for the day with your supervisor.

Sometimes, you might be told what to do but your project welcomes any idea or suggestion you ...

Journée typique

Like everywhere, there is no typical day and your work mainly depends on your interest and knowledge.

In the morning, upon arrival at the project, you will discuss your work for the day with your supervisor.

Sometimes, you might be told what to do but your project welcomes any idea or suggestion you have. Your job is mainly office work but you will definitely have enough time to learn to weave, making jewelry and other goods.

If you are interested as well, chat with your colleague and learn about the struggles people face in Tanzanian society.


Activités de loisirs

We can organize a wide range of activities at affordable volunteer rates like:


  • Hiking/Walking tours to waterfalls, through forests and around a lake
  • Swimming in paradise like Hot Springs with a glimpse of Mt. Kilimanjaro
  • Cultural tours to Maasai markets and the possibility to visit different ethnic ...

Activités de loisirs

We can organize a wide range of activities at affordable volunteer rates like:


  • Hiking/Walking tours to waterfalls, through forests and around a lake
  • Swimming in paradise like Hot Springs with a glimpse of Mt. Kilimanjaro
  • Cultural tours to Maasai markets and the possibility to visit different ethnic groups
  • Coffee plantation tour to learn about the process from the bean to the finished product
  • Safaris to the national park of the Northern Circuit ( Arusha NP, Lake Manyara NP, Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Conservation Area)
  • Climbing Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro
  • Free town tour for all the volunteers!


Conditions

Conditions

Âge minimum: 18 ans

Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 18 ans quand le programme commence. Il peut y avoir des exceptions si tu peux montrer la permission de ton tuteur légal ou si tu es accompagné(e) par l'un de tes parents.

Compétences linguistiques

Tu dois parler Anglais (niveau de base)

Vérification des Antécédents Criminels

requis

Restrictions de Nationalité

Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

Engagement horaire

Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi et vendredi de 09:00 - 15:00

Services inclus

Services inclus

Services de Woven Connect

Volunteer fees will be spread among the following :
  • submission fees
  • accommodation
  • food (full board)
  • airport pick up and drop off


Transfert de l'aéroport Kilimanjaro International Airport

Someone will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign with your name :)
And you will also be dropped at the airport at the end of your time with us!

Logement

We offer accommodation in our volunteer house, Woven House.
The Woven House is a hostel located in Block D, Njiro Arusha, in a quiet well-secured neighborhood. The house is 7.5 km from  Clock Tower, Arusha's city center, 54 km from Kilimanjaro International Airport, and 22 km from Arusha Airport. Public transportation, as well as shops, are within walking distance less than 1km/0.5mile away. Supermarkets, ATMs, bars, and a cinema are between 2.5km to 4km from the house. On clear sky days, you can see Mt Meru - the second tallest mountain in Tanzania from the house and Mount Kilimanjaro a short distance from the house.
 
The space is really clean and cozy waiting for you!

Two Mamas are in the houses, you will feel at home!

Transportation can be arranged to reach Afrikan Wear (by taxi or by Dala Dala).

Aliments & Boissons

 Breakfast and Dinner are provided at the house meanwhile lunch is provided at the project.

Accès à Internet

Bon accès sur le site du projet

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

Billets d'avion

L'aéroport le plus proche est Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) à Kilimanjaro. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Tanzanie. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

Assurance Voyage

Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Tanzanie te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

Vaccins

Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Tanzanie, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Tanzanie. INFOS VACCINS

Informations sur l'arrivée

There is no specific starting day, you can come whenever you want! Karibu!

Disponibilité
janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

Frais de Programme

2 semaines (durée min.) 357€
3 semaines 521€
4 semaines 685€
5 semaines 834€
6 semaines 983€
7 semaines 1 112€
8 semaines 1 242€
9 semaines 1 351€
10 semaines 1 450€
11 semaines 1 545€
12 semaines (durée max.) 1 634€
Prix moyen 157€/semaine

Frais de Programme

157€ par semaine 2 - 12 semaines Âge 18 - 50+

Méthodes de payement

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT


Durée

2 - 12 semaines

Acompte

L'acompte sert à réserver ta place avec l'organisation. Les paiements sont effectués par Paypal, notre partenaire de confiance pour les solutions de paiements internationales. Si tu n'as pas Paypal, tu peux également utiliser ta carte de crédit.


Paiement final

Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec Woven Connect durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.


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Woven Connect

Esceptionnel 5 rating (22 avis)

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Sur le projet

This project was created due to the desire to combine Tanzanian Fashion with a good cause: improve the living standards for the community members.

Rencontrez votre hôte

Who we are? What we do?

This empowerment project was founded in 2009 with the desire to combine Tanzanian Fashion with a good cause. 

Initially, the project was dedicated to women coming from difficult family situations, but then it developed into a project for all the community members. Today they manufacture shawls, carpets, blankets, necklaces, belts, bracelets, earrings, key chains, and other goods to secure a fair income for the women and men in their community.

At the moment we have a team of 10 people that directly work on the project every day. 8 members of our team are working in the production of weaved products, batik and jewelry and the other two multitask between management and product development. The team is made of 4 men and 6 women. 

Where we work?

Our workshop is located in a very safe neighborhood 2.8 Kilometers (1.7 Miles) from the Arusha city center (Arusha Region, Tanzania) and easily accessible by public transport. 

Our mission

Our mission is to put the community at the center. Indeed, in Tanzania, it is common that one member of the family provides for all the others. So thanks to the solidarity chain created through this project, the goal of various families to access decent living, studies, health, etc can be achieved. 

Our goal

Our goal is to improve the lives of our community through handcraft skills together with entrepreneurship skills. We want to reach more people in our community, offer them training as well as helping them find a market for their products at the best prices.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for anyone willing to contribute to improving our way of operating the project. No special skills are required but the key areas that we seek help in are marketing content creators, business management, product development. 

Why choose us?

Choosing us will give you the chance for a unique and true experience living the Tanzanian life and getting the first-hand experience of having and operating a business in Africa.

22 avis · rating5

Claire Kuyper rating5

2024 at Support Women Empowerment

Review for Volunteering Claire Kuyper – Nationality Australian. My biggest concern when travelling to Tanzania as a mature white woman was my safety. This was quickly quelled when I arrived at the Woven Connect house. To my surprise and delight, I had a lovely bedroom, with an ensuite shower ...
Julia Brincker rating5

2024 at Support Women Empowerment

I had the pleasure of staying at the Woven House for nearly three weeks, where I contributed to their social media and fundraising efforts. Justin, who warmly referred to himself as my "African uncle," made my stay especially memorable with his kindness and hospitality. Shortly after my arrival, I ...
Tabia Schneider rating5

2024 at Support Women Empowerment

My experience in Arusha was one of a kind. Justin picked me up at the airport in the middle of the night and later introduced me to my room when we arrived at The Woven house . I really enjoyed staying there as it was spacious, clean and super comfortable. We would get freshly served food everyday. ..
Emilie PIRLOT rating5

2023 at Support Women Empowerment

During my impactful volunteer experience in Tanzania with Woven Connect, I played a key role in shaping the association's strategic vision. Working closely with the dedicated team, I crafted compelling content for their website and led workshops that enhanced organizational efficiency. Justin, the ...
Sarah Hartley rating5

2023 at Support Women Empowerment

Joining the Community Empowerment Project for the whole of May was a memorable and un forgettable experience. Being a young (24) girl I was nervous to go to Tanzania alone however everywhere was safe and I was made to feel very comfortable by Justin and his team at The Woven House hostel. I learnt ...
Melania Kalz rating5

2023 at Support Women Empowerment

It was a beautiful experience where I've learned many things, not only at the Afrikan Wear Design with mama Hokororo, but also with different things we did with Justin. I am happy for it because I could live with them and see the everyday life. The Afrikan Wear Design is a nice project and perfect ...

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