HIV/AIDS Project in Uganda

The Uganda Volunteering with HIV Project offers a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of individuals affected by HIV/AIDS and contribute to the fight against this devastating disease. Each year, thousands of Ugandans lose their lives to HIV/AIDS, and many others are newly infected, leading to widespread devastation and urgent need for intervention.

Through this project, volunteers will engage in a range of critical activities, including awareness programs, providing medical care, and offering emotional support to those affected. You will collaborate with local organizations dedicated to combating the disease, helping to spread vital information, improve access to treatment, and support those living with HIV/AIDS.

This program not only provides a chance to make a tangible difference in the fight against HIV/AIDS but also offers personal and professional growth. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in public health and community outreach, while also experiencing the rich culture and beauty of Uganda. By joining this project, you will play a crucial role in reducing the spread of HIV/AIDS and supporting the well-being of affected individuals, all while embarking on a meaningful and rewarding journey.

Skill/Qualification

No specific qualifications required to participate in our volunteering opportunity in Uganda with HIV project. Volunteers should compassion towards people contracted with HIV/AIDS virus and shouldn't hesitate to take care of them. Volunteers must be 18 and should be open-minded, resourceful, flexible and patient.

Volunteer's Responsibilities

As a volunteer, your work will be community-based, focusing on raising awareness and providing support in Uganda. Each day, volunteers will meet at the project office for discussions to develop strategies and review current plans. Your tasks will involve traveling to various villages to promote awareness, provide counseling, organize seminars, and distribute essential supplies like food and clothing.

Accommodation/Meal and Supervision

During your time with the Uganda Volunteering with HIV Project, RCDP will manage your accommodation and meals. You can opt to stay with a carefully selected host family or in a secure, clean volunteer house close to your project and the city. Staying with a host family offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in local culture within a safe environment. You will be provided with three meals a day from Monday to Friday. Our local coordinator will frequently check in and be available by phone 24/7 to ensure you have the support and comfort you need throughout your stay.

Project Location

Our volunteer program in Uganda is based in Mpigi, a tranquil suburb about an hour southwest of Kampala. While you're in Mpigi, you can explore several interesting attractions. Visit Mpaga Forest, located near Lwanga and Arise and Shine Junior School, or browse the Craft Market on Buganda Road in central Kampala. You can also see the Equator, about 72 kilometers southwest of Kampala, or get a close look at crocodiles at Buwama Crocodile Farm. Additionally, you might take a trip to the Nile River in Jinja, renowned as the longest river in the world.

If you wish to volunteer in other African countries, we have teaching volunteer program in Kenya, orphanage program in South Africa, healthcare program in Tanzania and teaching English volunteer opportunity in Zimbabwe.