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Project Play: Tanzania Summer 2025

Organisation Details

Play Action International

Activity type: Animals, Art and Design, Children, Community Work, Culture, Education, Fundraising, Human and Civil Rights, International , Languages, 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: Tanzania 2025

Are you ready to blend purpose with adventure? Join our trusted charity partner, and NGO, Play Action International for an extraordinary 4-week journey in Tanzania that will both enrich lives and fulfil your dreams. This immersive project combines impactful volunteering with the exhilarating challenge of climbing Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro.

Your adventure begins in the heart of Tanzania, where you'll dive into meaningful volunteer work. Engage in community development projects that range from building essential playground infrastructure to supporting local schools and inspiring youth play programs. Your efforts will directly uplift Tanzanian communities, offering you the chance to experience the joy of giving back and witness firsthand the transformative power of your contributions.

After making a profound impact, it's time to focus on an exhilarating personal challenge. Prepare to lace up your hiking boots and tackle Mount Kilimanjaro via the breathtaking Machame route. This renowned path will guide you through a stunning variety of ecosystems, from lush rainforests to stark alpine deserts, culminating in the awe-inspiring Uhuru Peak. Standing atop Africa’s highest summit, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views and a deep sense of accomplishment.

This project offers more than just a chance to help others; it’s a gateway to experiencing the unparalleled beauty of Tanzania. Journey through vibrant villages, witness the majestic Kilimanjaro, and achieve a bucket-list goal that tests both your endurance and spirit. Forge lasting connections with local communities and fellow volunteers while creating memories that will stay with you forever. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact and conquer one of nature’s greatest wonders.

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-tanzania-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-tanzania-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: 4 week Project in Summer
Location:
Play Action International, Challenge House, Sherwood Drive
Bletchley
MK3 6DP