Community Integration

Community Asset Mapping: Putting the Work into the Hands of the Community

Recently, I had asset mapping with my community of service in the Murinda sub-location, Tharaka Nithi County. What stood out at the end of the exercise was how rich our rural communities are, with various...

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Winning the Hearts of a Community: One Child at a Time

In the quiet corners of every community, there exists an unspoken language – one that transcends words and cultural barriers. It’s the gentle touch of a child’s hand, the warmth of a shared smile, and...

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Journey to Becoming a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Some decisions are worth taking, even if they seem confusing at first. Experiencing reality often provides the clarity needed to truly understand what to do. On August 11th, I embarked on my journey to Amakuza...

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Journeying with the Children of Bogupalgu: My First Month as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer

My first month as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Bogupalgu, nestled in the Kumbungu district of Ghana’s Northern Region, has been a journey of discovery, both personal and communal. Settling into this small community has brought...

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Sustainable Traditions

It is so amusing that even with the current evolution of everything, the people of Tharaka have held so tight to their traditional ways of farming. The food here is as organic as organic can...

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Growing Together: The Power of Giving Back and Learning from the Next Generation

After completing secondary school and attending a one-week transition program organized by MCF/Camfed, I was introduced to the concept of giving back to society. This lesson stayed with me, and throughout my tertiary education, I...

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The Power of Seasons and the Unity of Family in Kiriene Village

As a Volunteer with CorpsAfrica/Kenya, I’ve had the unique opportunity to live in the rural village of Kiriene. Coming from a more urban environment has been a humbling and eye-opening experience. One of the most...

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A Life-Changing Decision: How CorpsAfrica Shaped My Path

Once upon a time in June, I stumbled upon a link to apply for CorpsAfrica while browsing the internet. Without a moment’s hesitation, I submitted my application. By July, an email inviting me for an...

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A Season of Joy, Reflection, and Unexpected Discoveries

While visiting different villages during the holiday season I was surprised to learn that one of the churches in Kotur does not celebrate Christmas. Their reason? They believe that Jesus was not born on December...

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A Journey to Transformation: My Story with CorpsAfrica and the Rusasa Community

As I sit here in Rusasa Village, looking back and reflecting on my journey with CorpsAfrica, I am filled with joy. My experience as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer has been nothing short of transformative, shaping my...

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