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http://www.lecdenkenya.com Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya Physical Location Inquiry Form LECDEN Offices (Headquaters) Commerce House, 3rd Floor , Suite 311 P.O Box 79456 - 00200, Nairobi, Kenya. Telefax: +254-20-2229781 +254-722-761587 +254-734-939308 Email: [email protected] http://www.lecdenkenya.com
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Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya
Thank you for your interest in the Kenya Orphanage Project by lecden-kenya

Our mission is to ensure continuous education for the children and expand the possibilities for a brighter future for them.

The initiation for orphan's children program grew out as a result of an increase in the number of orphans in the villages the pathetic living condition due to lack of support once they loose their parents. The organization therefore identified, as a priority to start a child care program center to cater for the orphans and the vulnerable children from the 3 yrs to 12 yrs. This programme is in Nairobi ,Kiambiu slum, Kibera slum and Kogelo Village Siaya District Nyanza province of western Kenya

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Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya

Physical Location Inquiry FormLECDEN Offices (Headquaters)Commerce House, 3rd Floor , Suite 311P.O Box 79456 - 00200,Nairobi, Kenya.Telefax: +254-20-2229781             +254-722-761587             +254-734-939308Email: [email protected]        http://www.lecdenkenya.com

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Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-KenyaThank you for your interest in the Kenya Orphanage Project by lecden-kenya

Our mission is to ensure continuous education for the children and expand the possibilities for a brighter future for them.

The initiation for orphan's children program grew out as a result of an increase in the number of orphans in the villages the pathetic living condition due to lack of support once they loose their parents. The organization therefore identified, as a priority to start a child care program center to cater for the orphans and the vulnerable children from the 3 yrs to 12 yrs. This programme is in Nairobi ,Kiambiu slum, Kibera slum and Kogelo Village Siaya District Nyanza province of western Kenya                                                                                                              

 Leo Community Development Network (LECDEN-KENYA) is a Project identification figure that has a lot to speak, illustrate and categorically to intervene on community. Leo is a Swahili word Meaning "Today". We not only aim to address today's problems but also  tomorrow's (future), to the people we represent.

LECDEN-KENYA began in 2005 as the Kiambiu Self-Help Community Programme in the slums of Kiambiu, Nairobi, Kenya. The program was started by community members and has now grown to include 3 feeding centers (One feeding Centre at riverside, Kiambiu Courtesy of friends and well wishers in the USA, A centre in Kibera Line Saba, Another centre in Siaya District, both courtesy of Eyes on Nature Expeditions tour firm base in Nairobi Kenya), in the care of over 500 children orphaned by HIV/AIDS. The centre in Machakos District, Makueni District, Homabay District still upcoming due to funds constraints / lack of donor funding. Because the services of LECDEN-KENYA have reached beyond the boundaries of the Kiambiu, and Kibera slums and outside Nairobi, it was decided that the name should be changed to reflect its larger scope of services within Kenya, hence the new name, LECDEN-KENYA.

Leo Community Development Network (LECDEN-KENYA) was founded on the principles of community Development leading to eventual economic self-sufficiency. LECDEN-KENYA members, like so many in Africa and the developing nations, need only a “hand-up” (skills, training, expertise and temporary assistance).

LECDEN-KENYA was founded as a response to the death and displacement caused by HIV/Aids/STI and Poverty  and the 80% unemployment rate in most informal settlements in Kenya. Encouraged by the industriousness and faith of their neighbours, the founders jointly developed a community based NGO which empowers its members with the maxim: “learn to fish and be hungry no more”. When people are employed, they can buy food, education and medicine. They are also able to pay their house rent and keep their children safe in school. With the hard work of the founders, the LECDEN-KENYA Executive Board, the neighbourhood members they have begun the hard work of economic development. However, the community will need assistance temporarily while they explore and initiate innovative projects to help themselves and others out of poverty.       

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Our Key Programmes/Actvities - Care & Support for families infected &   affected with HIV/AIDS - Care & Support for Children  orphaned by    HIV/Aids and girl Child Capacity Building.- Environment Awareness, Water &   Sanitation Programmes (Slum Upgrading   Initiatives)- Poverty Eradication through income    Generating   activities (I.G.A) for sustainable  livelihood- Awareness Campaign on health & Drug   Abuse- Youth & Population Awareness Programmes  (Reproductive health).      - Campaign against child trafficking - Campaign against Femal Genital Mutilation  (FGM) and Gender Violence (Women &    widows)            

Key Intervention Strategies

- Counseling and Group Therapy Services- Vocational trainings for older orphans - Home based care , Nutrition care , Medical   Care

- Community Educational Programmes   through capacity building- Establishment of Community Based Groups   to sustain development agenda- Community Mobilization & Advocacy    Programmes- Outreach Forums

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- Drama Programmes especially for the youth- Community Resource Person Approach.- Involvement of Local Administration at the  community level .                                                         

Our Challenges

- Lack of Technical Support and capacity

building for our members

- Lack of resources to empower the

most vulnerable through sustainable

projects.

- Lack of donor funding

Contact UsLECDEN-KENYA began in 2005 as the Kiambiu Self-Help Community Programme in the slums of Kiambiu, Nairobi, Kenya. The program was started by community members and has now grown to include 3 feeding centers and the care of over 500 children orphaned by HIV/AIDS. Because the services of LECDEN-KENYA have

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reached beyond the boundaries of the Kiambiu, and Kibera slums and outside Nairobi, it was decided that the name should be changed to reflect its larger scope of services within Kenya, hence the new name, LECDEN-KENYA.

 

For more Information Your may contact the following:Founder MemberSteve Olita

Programms Manager, Project Manager Lecden-Kenya Ann R WanjiruTel: +254-722-329596

Tel: +254-722-761-587,        +254-734-939308P. O. Box 79456-00200 Nairobi, Kenya. 

Founder MemberKenneth Okoth Tel: +254-717-616-679, +254-734-939308P. O. Box 79456-00200 Nairobi, Kenya.

Our LocationLECDEN-KENYA is a national organization with its headquarters in Nairobi, a drop in centre in Kiambui slum but with site offices in various districts in Kenya namely:-

ONGOING CENTRES  - Nairobi          1) Kiambiu Slum        2) Kibera Line Saba Slum 

- Siaya        1) Kogello Village in Siaya District

Physical Location Inquiry FormLECDEN Offices (Headquaters)Commerce House, 3rd Floor , Suite 311P.O Box 79456 - 00200,Nairobi, Kenya.Telefax: +254-20-2229781             +254-722-761587             +254-734-939308Email: [email protected]  

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http://www.lecdenkenya.com

Bank Name:      BARCLAYS BANKBank Branch:  HAILE SELASSIE AVE.Account No.:   2022022264Swift Code:     BARC KENXBank Code:      03Country :        Kenya

Volunteering Projects in Kenya,Volunteering in Kenya: Teaching

Volunteering Projects in Kenya

You can become involved in helping to develop communities in Kenya.  With such a variety of projects this program has something to suit everyone.

You have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of under-privileged children and adults by providing education and counselling in schools and orphanages, HIV education, and medical care.

Whilst sharing your knowledge and compassion with the local people, you will have a chance to make a personal contribution and connection to the people of Kenya.

Volunteering Projects in Kenya,Volunteering in Kenya: TeachingVolunteering in Kenya: Teaching

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Quality education for both boys and girls is crucial in reducing poverty and promoting gender equality. Schools in Kenya are currently struggling with overcrowded classes and a lack of skilled teachers.

As a volunteer you will help to empower girls and boys by giving them the skills they need to overcome poverty and to make their voice heard. We have opportunities for volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary, and secondary levels. There may also be opportunities to teach at the IDP camps.

At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teachers can teach core subjects, such as English, mathematics, science, social sciences, and can initiate extra-curricular activities.

Volunteer preschool teachers will teach basic English skills and carry out basic childcare duties.

This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-directed person. A teaching qualification is not required (except for secondary teaching) but volunteers need to be confident in the above subjects and preferably have or be studying towards a university degree.

Quality education for both boys and girls is crucial in reducing poverty and promoting gender equality. Schools in Kenya are currently struggling with overcrowded classes and a lack of skilled teachers. As a volunteer you will help to empower girls and boys by giving them the skills they need to overcome poverty and to make their voice heard. We have opportunities for volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary, and secondary levels. At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teachers can teach core subjects, such as English, mathematics, science, social sciences, and can initiate extra-curricular activities. Volunteer preschool teachers will teach basic English skills and carry out basic childcare duties. This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-directed person. A teaching qualification is not required (except for secondary teaching) but volunteers need to be confident in the above subjects and preferably have or be studying towards a university degree.

It is the goal of Kenyan children to get an education so they have the skills to overcome poverty and advance towards a future where their voice is heard. The Kenyan education system aims to achieve the goal of quality education for all. Since the late 1980s the education system has been modeled on what is called 8.4.4. This means 8 years of primary school, 4 years of high school and 4 years of university/higher education. This system is designed to give students recognized levels of education. It has helped to reduce drop out rates and has given those who will not attend university/higher education a legitimate qualification: the Kenya Certification of Primary Education and the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education.

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Following a promise made in 1963 the Kenyan government made primary education free in government schools in 2003. Since then enrolment rates have skyrocketed and schools have been left unable to cope. Overcrowding is rampant and there are not enough trained teachers to fulfill all the positions needed. As a result, children are not getting the required attention and grades are slipping. Consequently government schools have capped their enrolment; this has lead to the rise of community run schools (sometimes referred to as harambee schools) where teachers do not need to be qualified or skilled. Today community schools account for about 75% of primary schools in Kenya.

Strategies to achieve basic, quality education for all in Kenya are not succeeding. It is estimated that only 24 percent of Kenya’s children advance to secondary school. While only about 2% attend university and other higher education institutions.

The Kenyan education system is plagued by a shortage of skilled teachers providing quality education. Volunteers have an opportunity to help change this by giving their knowledge and skills to classroom teaching and sharing skills with local staff.

Volunteers in the teaching program are placed in community run schools and children’s centres and have the opportunity to teach preschool, primary and secondary level students. For preschool level, volunteers can teach basic reading, words and counting, as well as colours and shapes. Other work with preschool involves childcare duties like changing baby diapers, putting children down for naptime, and feeding duties.

Volunteers teaching at primary and secondary levels will be teaching core subjects, such as English, mathematics, science and social studies. Volunteers may find pressure to primarily teach English as this is seen by many as the key to success in future employment in Kenya’s booming tourism industry. Note, only qualified teachers are able to teach at secondary level.

Another important role you have as a volunteer is to add to your placement. The budgets of many schools mean there is only enough to provide the basic necessities. We encourage you as a volunteer to bring that little “extra”. Ideas don’t need to be big or cost any money. Often the most popular ideas for volunteers and amongst the children are arts ‘n’ craft activities, sports games, and dance and music lessons. Don’t forget to consult the supervisor at your project before introducing any new ideas. Please note, supplies/resources for any kind of activity you may want to take part in will not be supplied by the school or centre.

A general note: some schools will be very established in their work and have organized routines and set ways of doing things. Other schools will not. Regardless of the individual situation of each school they will require your help. It is important to join the school with an open mind and be there to help in the way it is needed.

Volunteering Projects in Kenya

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You can become involved in helping to develop communities in Kenya.  With such a variety of projects this program has something to suit everyone.

You have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of under-privileged children and adults by providing education and counseling in schools and orphanages, HIV education, and medical care.

Whilst sharing your knowledge and compassion with the local people, you will have a chance to make a personal contribution and connection to the people of Kenya.

The Projects

Volunteers will be placed in program locations in the suburbs surrounding Nairobi, including Kiambiu slum in Buru buru phase one, Kibera Slum

Note: The type of work volunteers will perform is subject to the needs of the particular project they are placed at and their own experience and skills.

Volunteer work expectation

Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of 4 to 6 hours a day, 5 days a week from Monday to Saturday. Sundays are days off. Volunteers are able to work beyond this minimum commitment.

It is vital that you are flexible and willing to adapt to situations as they arise. You cannot predict what each day may bring. We also ask that you are prepared to follow any rules set by us or our partners to ensure continuity of the program. New initiatives you may wish to set up at your project should be discussed with Lecden-Kenya and your project director supervisor before implementation to ensure that what you set up is appropriate for the project.

Accommodation

Volunteers in the Teaching, Medical/Health and HIV/AIDS program will be accommodated in a homestay situation. While volunteers in the Children’s program may be accommodated in either a homestay, volunteer dormitory, or at the Children’s Home they are working in.

Accommodation at homestays is with everyday members of the community who have invited international volunteers into their homes. Each host situation is different in terms of the number and make-up of people living in the house, their personal circumstances, style of accommodation, and their expectation of you as a guest in their home.

Volunteer dormitory accommodation is where volunteers live together in a house located near their placement and are cared for by househelp.

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Accommodation at a Children’s Home is located onsite and provides the volunteer with separate sleeping quarters from the children. Volunteers are cared for by the Home’s staff.

Accommodation providers have been selected to ensure volunteer well-being and comfort, to maintain safety and security, and to give an insight into Kenyan life. Take the opportunity to get to know those at your accommodation. You have a unique opportunity to learn a different way of living and culture. Make the most of it!

What you can expect

Volunteers can expect to share a room with one to three other volunteers. Bedding, such as sheets, blankets, pillows, is provided however volunteers will need to supply their own mosquito nets. Mosquito nets cost less than US$10 and can be purchased in Nairobi on day two of Orientation.

Living is basic, but comfortable. In urban areas accommodation is modern relative to rural areas. Houses will generally have electricity, running water, hot water and flushing toilets. Internet, telephone, ATMs, supermarkets, and restaurants are an easy travel distance from accommodation. Public transport is readily accessible and just a short walk from most urban accommodation sites.

In contrast, rural accommodation may not have electricity or running water. Common to all houses are bucket baths, squat toilets and boiled hot water. Internet, bank or ATMs, supermarkets, and restaurants are located in the nearest town which will require public transport to get to. Public transport is available but will normally require volunteers to walk a distance to get to.

Both urban and rural accommodation will not have telephones. For this reason it is recommended volunteers buy a local mobile phone to keep in contact with family and friends at home, other volunteers and program staff. Volunteers will have an opportunity to buy a mobile phone on day two of Orientation and the cost is upwards of US$30. Remember to keep an eye on international calling charges.

Meals

Volunteers will be served two meals per day: breakfast and dinner. While meals will differ from accommodation to accommodation, volunteers can expect the style of food served to be in keeping with the traditional Kenyan diet. An example of the types of meals served:

Breakfast: bread with jam, fruit, and chai tea.

Dinner: a typical dinner includes three dishes of the following: beans, rice, potatoes, meat, spinach, cabbage, mixed vegetables, or chapatti.

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Please note that snack food is not provided as part of the meals supplied at your accommodation.

As you can see the Kenyan diet is made up of mostly carbohydrate dishes and meat served at most one to two times a week. For most, this will be a new way of eating and you may like to consider supplementing your diet with vitamins and perhaps purchasing food from a local market or supermarket. If your diet differs from the foods listed above, let your accommodation provider know so not to cause any confusion about your eating habits.

Water

As it is not advisable to drink tap water we recommend that you purchase bottled water. This is widely available in Kenya and you can expect to pay about US$10 per week. This would provide you with 2 liters of water per day. Be sure to check that the seals are not broken.

Boiled water is another good option for safe drinking water. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (http://www.cdc.gov/travel/contentWaterTreatment.aspx) recommends boiling water as the best method for making water safe to drink. Boiling water as recommended will kill bacterial, parasitic, and viral causes of diarrhea. Directions for boiling water: boil water vigorously for 1 minute and allow it to cool to room temperature (do not add ice).

Where to buy? What you can buy?

Kenya has a large number of outlets where food is sold, ranging from small outdoor markets to large supermarkets, and roadside eateries to world famous restaurants. Prices vary greatly. You can expect to pay what you would in your own country when buying food from a supermarket or eating at a restaurant, while small markets and roadside eateries offer a much cheaper price option.

Transport

Your transport from your arrival location to the volunteer accommodation, and during Orientation is covered by the program fee. Once Orientation is complete volunteers are transferred to their program locations. Volunteers, in most cases, will be accommodated a reasonable walking distance from their project location and will be able to walk to work each day. For those who are accommodated outside of a reasonable walking distance and when public transport is available, money for transport will be provided. Note: any transport money provided in this instance is at the discretion of Lecden-Kenya.

Transport on departure from the program is not covered by the program fee. Volunteers will need to organise and pay for their own transport when leaving the program.

Getting around Kenya

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Kenya has about 250 airports and airstrips (of vastly varying quality) and plenty of airlines connecting Nairobi with Mombasa, Kisumu, Nanyuki, Malindi, Lamu and the national parks/reserves of Amboseli, Masai Mara and Samburu. Flying around Kenya and its neighboring countries is a relatively safe way to cover a lot of ground.

Traveling by train between Nairobi and Mombasa is also a popular form of transport.

Kenya has a good network of regular buses, matatus (usually minibuses), shared-taxis and private taxis which will get you where you need to go; from home to the closest town or the neighboring country. To reduce any safety risks, only travel with recommended bus companies and taxi drivers and never travel by matatu at night. Cycling is best done in rural areas due to the chaotic traffic on the main roads, but the distances between towns and the poor condition of roads needs to be kept in mind.

Communication

Keeping in touch by post, telephone and email is generally easy, but sometimes not reliable.

Telephone

Kenya‘s telephone system is improving but the network is limited to main towns and often breaks down in times of heavy usage or bad weather conditions.

Volunteer accommodations do not have telephones, but phone booths are usually located in the cities. Most Kenyans however, rely on mobile phones to keep in contact with the outside world. For this reason we recommend volunteers buy a local mobile phone to keep in contact with family and friends at home, other volunteers and program staff. (Volunteers will have an opportunity to buy a mobile phone on day two of Orientation and cost upwards of US$30. Remember to keep an eye on international calling charges.)

Internet Services

IT has picked up rapidly in Kenya. Internet cafes are available in the main towns and you can expect to pay around US$1 for an hour of internet use. The internet is slow but it is a much cheaper option for keeping in touch with family and friends at home than telephone.

Post

There are several post offices in Kenya scattered around the country. The post, on average, takes a few days to Europe and around ten days to North America, Australia and New Zealand; times from these places to Kenya are slightly longer. It is a good idea to keep copies of letters or photo disks just incase they get lost in the post and we recommend not sending valuables just in case they go missing also.

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Electricity

Electricity runs in cities and towns but not in extremely rural areas. Power cuts do occur, so a power surge protector for sensitive equipment and a torch and or head lamp are good ideas. Kenya’s electrical system is characterized by 240 volts AC, 50Hz with a rectangular blade 3 pin plug (http://kropla.com/!g.htm).

Free Time

Volunteers are free to do as they please during down time. For most, free time will be on weekends, public holidays and after volunteer duties are done for the day.

You can use free time to prepare for any future work or activities you may wish to plan. Some volunteers choose to help in other programs when they have free time. You may like to meet up with other volunteers during your free time to swap ideas or simply spend time with them. You may also like to visit local sights of interest.

If you are considering traveling around Kenya and neighboring countries we recommend you take the necessary safety precautions and the advice of our partner organisation and trusted locals. If you would like to discover Kenya by joining a safari you may like to consult our partner who can put you in touch with providers of safari packages at competitive rates. Organizing a safari can be done while in Kenya.

Number of Volunteers

The Kenya program usually has between 30 and 80 volunteers per month, but the number of volunteers varies depending on the season. Generally you are placed with one to three other volunteers at your project.

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Lecden-Kenya  Eco-Volunteers is a leading kenya volunteer abroad organization dealing in international volunteer abroad placements in Kenya. We offer a variety of kenya volunteering programs which include: Community development and health, Teaching, Summercamp Volunteering in kenya, Gap year kenya voluntary work, Environmental sustainability & rehabilitation programs, Eco-tours & Safaris around Kenya, Adventure and Sports, Orphanages and Children homes programs, special need

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schools.We provide comprehensive fun-filled, thrilling & remorselessly unique experiences to volunteers & travelers through the ability to synergize volunteering with adventure which provides a platform for you to mix volunteering with a bit fun like, game-drives, safaris, camping etc You name it and we make your excursion memorable and wow don’t forget about the clash-tourism program; where we link solo & group volunteers/ travelers with others from different nationalities…. We also boast of having experienced Program Directors thus giving us an extra-edge in the industry.

Our Volunteer Program is an immersion program customized for individual travelers, students, professionals, families, groups, or anyone with the desire to serve in local communities in Kenya. The timetable you travel, your village destination, and the projects you may be involved with are all aimed to improve volunteer skills and interests, cultural and social interactions as a global village and the community’s needs.

The program is collaboration between The Mara Link and local community-based organizations in under-privileged local communities. We are committed to meeting the needs of our partner communities, and to placing volunteers in programs that provide safe, interesting and fun experiences and internships.

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Regards

Steve

[email protected]

http://www.lecdenkenya.com