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1. Why volunteer abroad? 7 reasons to volunteer abroad
Ever get the feeling that you have a higher calling? You know… That you have a special
purpose on this earth? You’re not interested in the corporate world, SUVs or IPOs. In
fact, if you had the chance, you would surely save the world… Well maybe not the world,
but some small part of it.
Volunteering abroad is one way to make a difference. Volunteering abroad is not for
everyone, so before you sign up for Lecden-kenya or another similar program there are a
few things you should consider
1. See The World With A Purpose
Some travelers are content partying their way around the world. You, however, are
looking for a more substantial experience. Volunteering not only gives you the
opportunity to give back, it gives you something to do, somewhere to go, and somewhere
to stay. You’ll still have plenty of time for exploring local ruins or having a lager down at
the pub. But one word of warning, don’t set out to change the world — you’ll be
disappointed to learn that the world doesn’t necessarily need changing. The best goal is
to challenge yourself everyday, test your patience, and open your mind and heart.
2. Change Yourself
By volunteering abroad you will learn so much about yourself. You will do things that
you never imagined you were capable of. The biggest difference you will notice at the
end of the program will not be external but will be the difference inside of yourself. In
most cases residents could do your job better, faster and more efficiently. You probably
won’t teach the locals how to hammer a nail, but you will share your friendship with
them. Most importantly, you will be changed forever because you will have a greater

2. understanding of another culture, you will challenge your personal limits, and you will
develop friendships.
3. Flexibility
Unlike paid employment, volunteering provides a more flexible schedule and varying
time commitments. You may choose to participate in a work camp in Masai mara ,Kenya
for two weeks, volunteer with street kids in Nairobi for three months, or teach school in
Kibera slums or Kiambiu slums for two years.
4. Build Your Resume
Many employers value volunteerism above all else. If you have volunteerism on your
resume it shows that you are flexible, patient and committed. Want to learn how to
communicate that to prospective employers? Check out the “Discover Your Value”
series.
5. Career Development
In some cases you may find a volunteer gig in your field of study. A marine biology
student could monitor turtles in Coast of Mombasa , an engineering student may build
houses in kibera slumn, and an Archeology major may dig in Rift valley . A volunteer
position may give you the hands-on experience you won’t get stuffing envelopes for an
internship.
6. Cultural Immersion

3. Many travelers know where they want to go, but don’t know what to do once they get
there.Leccden-Kenya gives your travels a purpose and an itinerary.
7. Affordable Travel
There are few travel experiences that are less expensive than volunteering.
Most volunteer placement organizations charge a fee. The fee will typically cover
room/board, orientation, and the program itself. Students have asked us, “Why do I have
to pay to go work overseas?” Unless you are a doctor or engineer or you are planning to
spend a year or two volunteering there is probably a fee to be paid. Perhaps you are
going to build a school in Kenya or Tanzania , the volunteer organization has to pay for
building supplies, arrange the logistics of the program, provide homestays in the local
village, create brochures and market their program. If the only objective was to build the
school they would be better served hiring local craftsmen at a low cost and complete the
project in a short time. The goal of the organization is more likely centered around
providing a cultural experience for you and for the local volunteers and letting you see
life in the local village.
• Many volunteers cover their expenses by letter writing campaigns to family and
friends, contributions from churches or student organizations and other donation driven
efforts. Fundraising is a simple way to pay for a volunteer excursion abroad. By writing
to family members, friends, and possibly teachers about your opportunity abroad, you
may be surprised by the giving from these individuals to make the volunteer opportunity
happen.
• Certainly one of the best sources for small scholarships or donations are local
community groups tied to the region you are going to. If you are going to work in Kenya ,
for example, contact either a local or national Kenyan community organization and see
how they may be able to help you. Maybe you can perform a slide show for them upon
return, or speak at a function they sponsor, and they may have funds to help you help
their homeland community.
• Many organizations will provide you with sample fundraising letters from past
volunteers.
• Recent Building Hope volunteers held a volleyball tournament to raise cash.
Volunteers have also biked across their state or cleaned up their neighborhood to raise
funds.
• Visiting your church or local organizations with ties to your destination is also
typically a good source of financing.
Why Volunteer in Kenya?

4. When you volunteer you are giving something back to the community by lending a
helping hand to people and organizations. What you may not realize is that volunteering
also benefits you as an individual. There are many good reasons to get involved in the
community, including learning something about yourself. Lecden-Kenya offers volunteer
opportunities for both teens and adults.
This is also the right place to make friends with people who have similar interests, boost
your confidence and make a difference in these communities. Volunteer Placement dates
are book able all year round and the projects are available for 2 weeks to 48 weeks.
Volunteer experience starts with language and cultural immersion program giving
volunteers an in-depth understanding of language basics, local culture, regional issues,
and ways of life before the start of program. Home Adventure has its own facilities and
experienced staffs. We are committed to providing you a meaningful volunteer abroad
program.
SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING
Think about how much you receive when you give and consider why you want to
volunteer.
-Learn to be responsible for themselves and others
-Make new friends
-Increase your self confidence
-Discover your talents and hidden skills
-Develop marketable job skills
-Learn from, serve and be served by a different culture
-Enrich your education and earn great recommendations for future employment or
college application

5. -Certificate of completion depending on the volunteer hours not less than 50 hours
-Volunteer de-briefing and recognition event.
Once you’ve taken the volunteer job, you will feel that your efforts are accomplishing
something, that your talents are appreciated by the people whom you work so much the
better their lives!
…….Apply for this program……
Volunteer Opportunities Available in Kenya.
• Children Program in Orphanages
• HIV/AIDS Program
• Medical/Health Program
• Teaching in local schools
• Youth Programs
• Environmental conservation
• VolunTravel in Kenya
Volunteer Internship Opportunities .
Lecden-kenya offers volunteer internship opportunities in Kenya Community
Development for support and cross cultural exchange with the help of local and
international volunteers.
Community Resource Center
Our Community Care Center ‘Riverside Day Care’ is helping orphaned and vulnerable
children in Kiambiu slum in Buru buru phase one ,read more
http://www.lecdenkenya.com/charity.htm

6. Please join us in our Charity Work, Volunteer vacations, the ultimate Ethical Wild
Life Safaris, medical elective placements, corporate company breaks, Outreach
mission trips, Educational Student &school trips. Together we can make a difference
to Orphans and other vulnerable Children/widows/ women/People lives
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less-fortunate-kids
Regards
Steve
info@lecdenkenya.com
http://www.lecdenkenya.com