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Project Play: Kenya Summer 2025
Organisation Details
Play Action International
Activity type: Animals, Art and Design, Children, Community Work, Culture, Education, Fundraising, Human and Civil Rights, International , Practical Work and DIY, Sports and Outdoor Activities , Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Play Action International provides a brighter future for vulnerable disadvantaged children. We enable children to develop essential life skills which support their physical, social and psychological development. Our playgrounds and creative-play based educational programmes harness the power of play to enrich and future-proof the lives of children.
Description of role: Project Play: Kenya 2025
This summer, trade textbooks for toolboxes and transform lives. Project Play: Kenya is calling all passionate, adventurous students to join our trusted charity partner and NGO, Play Action International, in building vibrant playgrounds that spark joy and ignite imaginations. Immerse yourself in the heart of Kenya, working alongside local communities to create safe and inspiring spaces for young children, aged 2 – 5, to play and learn.
Beyond building playgrounds, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey of personal growth. Explore breathtaking landscapes of Kakamega rainforest, encounter incredible wildlife up Mount Elgon, and connect with people from all walks of life on your rest weekends. Develop essential leadership skills, teamwork, and a global perspective that will stay with you long after you return home.
With over a decade of experience, and with ethics, sustainability, fun and adventure at the heart of their volunteering programmes, Play Action International is the perfect opportunity for your volunteering adventure! They pride themselves on providing a sustainable in-country programme that meets the needs of the community and is led by local communities.
Ready to create lasting memories while making a tangible impact? Join Play Action in Kenya and discover the extraordinary power of play. Your summer adventure starts here!
Funding opportunities could be available to you to subsidise personal travel expenses, but not always guaranteed and up to the discretion of the university and eligibility criteria.
For more information and to download the 2025 brochure, fill out your details here: https://playactioninternational.org/project-play-kenya-brochure/ If you have already got all the information you want, and can’t wait to become part of the team, sign up here: https://playactioninternational.org/project-play-kenya-sign-up/
This summer, trade textbooks for toolboxes and transform lives. Project Play: Kenya is calling all passionate, adventurous students to join our trusted charity partner and NGO, Play Action International, in building vibrant playgrounds that spark joy and ignite imaginations. Immerse yourself in the heart of Kenya, working alongside local communities to create safe and inspiring spaces for young children, aged 2 – 5, to play and learn.
Beyond building playgrounds, you'll embark on an unforgettable journey of personal growth. Explore breathtaking landscapes of Kakamega rainforest, encounter incredible wildlife up Mount Elgon, and connect with people from all walks of life on your rest weekends. Develop essential leadership skills, teamwork, and a global perspective that will stay with you long after you return home.
With over a decade of experience, and with ethics, sustainability, fun and adventure at the heart of their volunteering programmes, Play Action International is the perfect opportunity for your volunteering adventure! They pride themselves on providing a sustainable in-country programme that meets the needs of the community and is led by local communities.
Ready to create lasting memories while making a tangible impact? Join Play Action in Kenya and discover the extraordinary power of play. Your summer adventure starts here!
Funding opportunities could be available to you to subsidise personal travel expenses, but not always guaranteed and up to the discretion of the university and eligibility criteria.
For more information and to download the 2025 brochure, fill out your details here: https://playactioninternational.org/project-play-kenya-brochure/ If you have already got all the information you want, and can’t wait to become part of the team, sign up here: https://playactioninternational.org/project-play-kenya-sign-up/
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Fundraising, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: Fixed / Short term
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Opportunity times: Monday AM, Monday PM, Monday Evening, Tuesday AM, Tuesday PM, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday AM, Wednesday PM, Wednesday Evening, Thursday AM, Thursday PM, Thursday Evening, Friday AM, Friday PM, Friday Evening, Saturday AM, Saturday PM, Saturday Evening, Sunday AM, Sunday PM, Sunday Evening
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 2 or 4 week Projects in Summer
Location:
Play Action International, Challenge House, Sherwood Drive
Bletchley
MK3 6DP