Community Integration

Lessons From the Field

Not once did I imagine things would be this tough. I have many reasons to call it quits....

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Stepping Into Service: My First Weeks as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

The first day I arrived in the community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was filled with a mixture...

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Locals Helping Locals

In the heart of Ghana’s Kumbungu District lies Dnyo-Kpalgu, a vibrant community where tradition meets opportunity. As a...

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Don’t Get Stuck in the Panic Zone

It has been two months since I joined my community. This time has largely been about bonding with...

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“Doing Development Differently”

For a very long time, development in Africa has been under control by a few aspects and policies...

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Far from Home, Becoming a Home

Moving to a new community far from everything familiar is an adventure filled with learning cultural exchanges, and...

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Charting Transformation: From Geological Maps to Community Blueprints

Maps have always fascinated me. As a trained geologist, my world revolved around geological maps, and carefully drawn...

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What You Need Is A Place That Feels Right For You

Among the most fulfilling aspects of my life, working with a community stands out. Over the years, what...

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Mindset Change: The Spark That Ignites Transformation

Working as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Teso South, Busia County, I’ve witnessed firsthand how rapid mindset transformation can...

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Volunteerism

Imagine being entrusted with the whole location! Well, serving as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer has been a unique and...

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