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Follow on Google News | Volunteer Abroad in Malawi Lilongwe, Blantyre, Mzuzu Nkhata Bay Orphans Medical www.abroaderview.orgVolunteering Abroad in Malawi: The Republic of Malawi is a small, impoverished yet incredibly beauty country in southeastern Africa. It is one of the most densely populated African countries, which remains heavily dependent on agriculture.
We offer volunteer placements in northern Malawi in Mzuzu and Nkhata Bay which focus on orphans, children’s education, HIV prevention and caring for the elderly. The northern shores and villages of Lake Malawi are among the country's most beautiful and least visited. The north is much less populated than the south and the beaches here are far more remote. Miles of pristine white sand are interspersed with jagged rock formations and charming fishing villages, such as Nkhata Bay. In the south, we have projects around the cities of Lilongwe and Blantyre, as well as surrounding towns and rural villages. . The poverty experienced in these areas is not just a lack of money but also the inability to access basic needs, such as health care and health facilities, voluntary HIV counseling and testing, as well as basic quality education for all of its children. Our programs support street children and orphans, teaching English, HIV/AID prevention, health care clinics and care for the elderly. Malawi is the fifth poorest country in the world, with a government education system sorely lacking in both funds and teachers. HIV/AIDS and malaria are widespread in Malawi and there is poor access to medical treatment throughout the country. Our programs allow you to take part in meaningful community service work, while discovering the people, sights, smells and tastes of Malawi. Volunteering in Malawi is a way to totally immerse yourself in Sub Saharan African culture. This is a great opportunity to make life-long friends, learn a new culture from the inside out and discover that one person really can make a difference. Volunteer overseas with us and see A Broader View of the World. Locations Pages: * Nkhata bay * Mzuzu * Blantyre * Lilongwe Volunteer Abroad in Blantyre/Limbe, Malawi. Blantyre is the biggest city of Malawi, located in the south of the country. This settlement has its origins with the Scottish missionaries from the time of David Livingstone. (It is named after Livingstone’ Blantyre is the commercial center of Malawi and full of shops selling a range of supplies: food, construction, electronics, African artifacts. There is a bustling market area popular with locals offers all kinds of fruits, veggies and used clothing. Our projects are located in the poor areas of the city, as well as in the surrounding town of Limbe. We focus on supporting the children of Malawi, many of whom are homeless, HIV positive and lacking basic nutrients to survive. Projects are available supporting education of children, HIV/AIDS prevention, health care placements, woman’s empowerment and care for the elderly. Most international visitors arrive by air, landing at Blantyre or Lilongwe International Airport.For intercontinental flights from Europe, the only direct flight is offered by Air Malawi, once a week between London and Lilongwe. South African Airways operates connecting services through Johannesburg (to Malawi) most days of the week. Kenya Airways has a similar frequency connecting through Nairobi from London; also operating in conjunction with KLM from Amsterdam through Nairobi. British Airways has a weekly service connecting through Nairobi as well as operating with Air Malawi via the regional hubs of Johannesburg. With our volunteer program in Malawi we allow you to discover the wonders of Sub-Sahara Africa, while doing meaningful and rewarding community work. Volunteering in Malawi is a great opportunity to explore life in rural Africa, live and work amongst the locals and realize one person can make a difference. Child Care/Orphanage Assistance Volunteer at a local orphanage on the outskirts of Blantyre, or in a nearby Limbe town. The orphanages are home to over 50 children of all ages (infants to 15yrs). These children have lost parents to Aids, some have been abandoned, and they know abuse, hunger and fear. The orphanage strives to provide a better future for some of the most vulnerable children in the community. As a volunteer, you will primarily assist with the daily care of the kids; including bathing, feeding programs and clothing. You can play games, arrange activities, create arts & crafts projects and share your time and caring with these wonderful children. Prior experience not necessary, volunteers should have a lot of patience, an open mind and a sense of compassion. HIV/Aids Prevention Program Volunteers work with a local grassroots organization that is providing HIV/AIDS education and support to poor communities. This project focuses on providing culturally sensitive methods of awareness, education and prevention methods to men, woman and children in the community. Some of the activities for volunteers include: Promoting safer sex through education talks at the center and local schools, assisting with home-based care for victims with HIV/Aids, rural outreach programs to those in need with food distribution, grant writing and creative fundraising projects to support the local widows and children of the community. Experience in this field is not required. Volunteers with a strong interest in making a difference are welcome, material is limited, so bringing health leaflets and information from home is strongly recommended. Health Care Program Volunteers with medical experience are needed to work in community health clinics and rural outposts. Most clinics are very busy, understaffed; There is a wide variety of cases but disease such as malaria, HIV/Aids, tuberculosis and syphilis, as well as childbirth/maternity needs are most common.Volunteers with medical training; doctors, nurses, paramedics, lab technicians participate in direct patient care such as diagnosing, injections, IV starts and lab work.. Nursing and medical students are welcome and assist with tasks like dressing wounds, record and immunization chart keeping, helping dispense medications, helping to screen and organize patients and assisting with administrative needs or seminars. *Medical volunteers must submit a copy of their credentials or nursing certificate. Woman’s Support Projects Through these programs, volunteers work with a local grassroots organization that help the destitute women/widows in Malawi by giving them support, guidance and training. As a volunteer, you can help by teaching English; brainstorming to initiate income generating activities and to create sustainable solutions to the challenges the woman face on a day to day basis. You can assist in training woman in several life and income generating skills and to carry out research to find alternative solutions to fight poverty. Volunteers assist with health education such as HIV/AIDS, child rearing, nutrition, yoga, and sanitation, sewing, bead work, pig farming and other community outreach programs. Volunteers also write grant letters to mobilize resources to assist in the procurement of equipment, materials and supplies needed for income generating activities. No specific requirements except willingness and enthusiasm to help women http://www.abroaderview.org/ # # # We offer international volunteer projects for the globally-minded individual searching for a unique travel experience. We are a 501 non-profit international volunteer organization offering short and long term volunteer programs in developing countries End
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