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As I complete my CorpsAfrica service in Lyantonde district Nakaseeta A and B villages, I have a sense of pride, gratitude, and accomplishment. The past...
I had my doubts—how would I manage being away from my family and friends for a whole year? Would I be able to adapt to...
As an advocate for Human-Centered Design, it can sometimes be challenging to determine whether the efforts made in promoting this message are having an impact....
Access to clean water has been a dream come true for residents in Buwere village, a testament to Community-Led Development. Home to over 1,800 residents,...
As I stepped out of the towering beautiful building with my heavy luggage and muffled my footsteps into the car and took my seat. In...
My transformation in the Kinoni community has been very significant to me. I have rich experiences engaging in community work and implementing various initiatives. This...
Nutrition has always been a passion of mine. As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I got the opportunity to facilitate the family-led MUAC (Mid-Upper Arm Circumference) approach...
I am an Exchange Volunteer and I like it. My name is Alexis Irandukunda an Exchange Volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Uganda. Born and raised in Rwanda, I...
The foundation of trust The first day on the construction site was full of mixed emotions, excited that we were finally embarking on a journey...
During my time in the Kpale-Ga community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I experienced firsthand the transformative power of conversation. Engaging with the community through dynamic...
Having gone through the integration and project identification phases, we are currently implementing my community’s primary project. As I look back and reflect on my...
Deep in the picturesque Ijoukak valley lies the community of Douar Targa. This settlement was hit hard by an earthquake that destroyed the homes of...
The clock is ticking, and my service is almost complete. As I approach the end of my tenure, I find myself pondering: What have I...
In community development, there’s a treasure trove often overlooked: the power of an empowered community. Tasked with building a classroom, I saw firsthand how involvement...
In a village by the hills so green, A volunteer’s heart and vision keen. Youth gather, with spirits bright, To turn their dreams into clear...
A few days ago, I had a meaningful conversation with a member of our community about the challenge of bread scarcity during Ramadan. It was...
April has been a month filled with remarkable experiences, blending adventure, education, and profound insights. Collaborating with individuals whose primary language differs from mine to...
On August 14th, I packed my bags and embarked on my journey to Amakuza Resort to participate in the training program (Pre-Service Training). Over the...
When I look back to the day I got deployed to my site, I feel proud of myself because I did not think I could...
Volunteering in a community that is far from my home has been a life-changing experience. As a Volunteer, integration into the local culture is vital—not...
Arriving in my community, I was immediately faced with the challenge of communication. The unfamiliar sounds of their language left me wondering how I would...
“The deepest craving of the human spirit is to find a sense of significance and relevance.” – Dr. Myles Munroe. At its core, a deep...
