There will be about 30 - 35 children who attend Florence's classes every day, and she aims at offering the children a fun way of dancing, learning about their culture and to stimulate their creativity.
Volunteers joining this program can opt for any of the following, according to their interests and preferences:ĭancing Program: Assist Florence Mtengwana, a local traditional dancer who's working with children of the township and offering them a positive way of learning about their own Xhosa culture.
Your role will vary depending on the kind of work you choose. This volunteering program would be perfect for high school and college students as well as gap year travelers and backpackers who are eager to be a part of social change through some active contribution. Shower the children with utmost love and care, teach them basic lessons, help them dream and also guide them to live a happy & healthy life. While this would be a challenging task, it'll be equally satisfying as well. Volunteers are expected to guide and support these children through mentorship and social support. The number of absentees at school is high due to a lack of guidance, family support, and financial means. grandparents) because their parents died of AIDS-related diseases. They are for example orphaned and are living with family members (e.g. There are only 2 primary schools and 1 high school available to the children of Walmer.īeing a volunteer for the childcare project, you'll be playing a crucial role in the lives of the little ones who have to deal directly or indirectly with HIV/AIDS. The diversity of needs and great lack of services for this community shows in terms of a shortage of educational institutes. Poverty, child neglect, alcohol abuse and a high unemployment rate are some of the many challenges this community faces on a day-to-day basis. The program is located at the Walmer Township, a relatively calm and easily accessible area. Volunteering Solutions provides affordable and meaningful opportunities for those who are keen on volunteering with children in the Port Elizabeth region of South Africa.
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