As I navigate the ups and downs of mastering bicycle riding, I ponder whether introducing concepts like Community-Led Development, Human-Centered Design (HCD), and Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) might pose similar challenges for the community. Just...
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In the heart of Mchinji, Malawi, where the regularity of life is guided by tradition, I embarked on a transformative journey as the first CorpsAfrica Volunteer in this rural community. Leaving the comforts of home...
During my IST-1 training, while conducting presentations on community project ideas, I realized that an often-unspoken challenge for some community developers in the project identification phase is distinguishing projects that genuinely serve the greater good...
Living among my community members has been a transformative journey, not just for them, but also for me as a Volunteer. In my role facilitating community-led development, asset-based community building, and human-centered design initiatives, I...
On the day I was deployed to my site, I felt stressed and anxious about being away from my family and friends for some time. However, I was also excited about the opportunity to learn...
Have you ever heard someone say that change can be terrifying? It’s because, for most people, change means stepping out of their comfort zone and facing new situations or experiences. People are often afraid not...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Malawi Volunteer Mr. Osman Leedhakar Moyo Having fully armed with expertise in community-led development approaches, I ventured down the famous Khwekwerere road of Dedza District which is located in the central region of...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Ms. Betty Mutua As the months go by and I continue to engage with the community members, I have realized the importance of not just learning new things but also unlearning...
Written by CorpsAfrica/Kenya Volunteer Mr. Raphael Kivuva In the heart of cultural exchange and community development, I, Raphael, embarked on a transformative journey. Plunged into a new culture that defied societal norms, I found myself...
Volunteering with CorpsAfrica Kenya in Tharakanithi has been a whirlwind of adventure, laughter, nostalgia, and inspiring connections. Nestled in the Kathangachini location, Tharakanithi’s searing heat (30–37 °C) was a stark contrast to my cooler hometown...
