Volunteer in Zambia
Explore International Volunteer HQ’s exciting Zambia volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Zambia volunteer projects, including Teaching, Medical and Construction & Renovation, Elderly Care, Kindergarten and a unique Rural Teaching project. Volunteer opportunities in Zambia are based in Livingstone, which is a hub for travelers visiting Victoria Falls and the surrounding National Parks. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 127,000 travellers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organisation in Zambia.
Highlights:
- 6 meaningful project options available year-round
- Program Fees from £324 for 1 week
- Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in a dormitory-style volunteer house
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Projects based in Livingstone and surrounding rural areas
Key information
Volunteer opportunities in Zambia
Supports community development
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £366
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Community centres and schools
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help local builders with hands-on work to build and improve community centres, toilet facilities and schools in poor communities where labor is often hard to find.
Improves health & wellbeing
4-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £324
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in elderly care facilities
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Volunteer in under-resourced elderly care facilities for those who need support, but can’t get it from their families. Provide general care and assistance in a range of areas where help is needed.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £324
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in kindergartens and daycare centres
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help in kindergartens and daycare centres for underprivileged children aged between 2-6. Assist with lessons and fun activities, using your creativity to make the days exciting and fulfilling.
Improves health & wellbeing
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £409
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in clinics
- Volunteers aged 18+
Volunteer in medical centres in low income communities, shadowing and assisting local medical staff. Volunteers with relevant experience can assist in a range of medical fields.
Increases access to education
4-8 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £493
- Duration: 1 - 8 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in rural villages and schools
- Volunteeers aged 18+ and families
Help informal community or government schools set up for students who can’t afford to pay for their education. Teach English and other subjects as the head teacher or teaching assistant.
Increases access to education
3-5 hours volunteering per day
Program Fees from £324
- Duration: 1 - 16 weeks
- Programs start every first and third Monday of the month
- Based in local schools
- Volunteers aged 18+ and families
Help informal community or government schools set up for students who can’t afford to pay for their education. Teach English and other subjects as the head teacher or teaching assistant.
”Living and volunteering in the village has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever had. After just 4 short weeks, the place had truly become my home, and the people my family.”
Sidney Kannel, USA, 21
Teaching volunteer in Zambia
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