Vibeke – Denmark

I am Vibeke from Denmark, and my project was Education Support. I was assisting teachers in two local schools. The kids were adorable, and I enjoyed seeing them develop. I love that people were so friendly and forthcoming. Everyone said hello to me and wanted to teach me some Kiswahili. I had problems getting used…

Jon – Sweden

I am a teacher in Sweden, and I volunteered with Art in Tanzania in the UNICEF Children’s Agenda program. I focused on children’s rights issues. We advocated for children’s participation in societal decision-making and highlighted gender equality issues for children. We also developed the Youth Reporters program, where children talk about their own lives and…

Miakoda – USA

I am a graduate of environmental studies and public education. I enjoyed the program and the stay. I taught kindergarten. I painted the school walls for the kids and used plastic bottles as recycled construction material. The best meal was the African chapati.

Robbie – UK

My project was on the socio-economic and education sectors. I enjoyed my time with Art in Tanzania and socialising with the local community. It is a lot easier to socialise in Tanzania than in my home country, the UK. I enjoyed my time, and I may come back later on.