During my first month in the community, I was scared as I knew nobody. However, within five months, I became the most confident person and got to know many people. I participated in many activities...
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Throughout my service, one important element has continually shaped my experience as a Volunteer in my community: the sense of togetherness of the community. In reflecting on my journey, I am struck by the bonds...
My journey is not yet over but I have much to share. Stepping into an under-resourced community, I was met with challenges that seemed insurmountable. Yet, through the lens of Human-Centered Design (HCD) and Asset-Based...
In the heart of my community, where development faces unique challenges, lies a source of unwavering commitment and determination: “Women”. Their active involvement in community meetings concerning the development of Hamunyepo village serves as the...
In CorpsAfrica’s effort to ensure empowerment in people, both the African youths and the under-sourced communities in Africa have majorly benefitted; the youths through gaining tremendous knowledge, exposure, and getting a chance to impact African...
As a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, mentoring youth has become important to me. I’ve learned that knowing, loving, and protecting every child is so important. Working closely with the young members of our society has not only...
As we are actively engaging the community to come up with the desired project, this has given me an avenue to understand and embrace the importance of community participation in a project. Apart from the...
“The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life,” (Richard Bach). When I first landed in Balaka, my CorpsAfrica site, living with strangers...
Perseverance, patience, and resilience have surely been learned and exercised. An entire three months have gone by since I became a northerner. Fully immersed in the culture, traditions, and language of this new site, I...
Written by Pa Modou Cham “CorpsAfrica, an international non-governmental organisation established in 2011, yesterday launched its Gambia chapter and swore in 11 volunteers who would serve in all regions of the country for one year....
