Family-Led MUAC approach, a new frontier in fighting malnutrition
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 as a new frontier in fighting malnutrition, especially in rural communities. My community integration in Kyerero village, Kabale district involved doing home visits to understand the community needs better. One […]
The Power of Conversation: Reflections on my CorpsAfrica service
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 and captivating discussions opened my eyes to the incredible potential of dialogue in fostering understanding and driving change. One of the highlights of my service was organizing focus group discussions […]
Embracing Resilience in Community Development
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 journey, I realize it has brought me immense pride and joy that we (my community and I) have come this far. However, the journey has not been without its fair […]
SPECIAL PODCAST: Insights into Volunteerism and Community Development
Hosted by Khadija Benayad, a dedicated Volunteer from Group 8, this special episode brings us to the heart of volunteerism. Mostafa Essalai, Training Officer & Field Coordinator, and fellow Volunteer Hajar Mouslim join her. With special guest, Abderrahim Boualy, CorpsAfrica Alumni Network Manager. Khadija and Hajar shared their personal experiences of volunteering in CorpsAfrica, both […]
Volunteer Voices: Bonny Kamikazi
My Journey with CorpsAfrica/Rwanda
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 six weeks, I engaged in various activities, including learning about, CorpsAfrica’s Approaches, community work for development, and many practical skills. The Swearing-In Ceremony marked my transition from a trainee to […]
Crochet and Connect: Integration Into the Community
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 just for my growth but also for building trust, creating friendships, and gaining a deeper understanding of the people around me. Since I began my Volunteer service here, I’ve made […]
Embracing Language Connections for Effective Communication
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 ever learn to speak it. Attempting Ewe lessons at the local school proved daunting, as the depth of instruction in the local dialect left me struggling to keep up. Determined […]
An Exciting Adventure Gone Wrong
I had been a month in the community as a Volunteer learning the ways of the community. It was an exciting adventurous pursuit because I was learning about the rich culture and their way of life was taking shape since I was learning about them every day. One cool beautiful morning I was on my […]
Volunteer Voices: Nancy Aimée Ashimwe
