Community-Led Development

Unspoken Challenge During Project Identification

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...

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Learning Exchange: A Community-Volunteer Tale

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...

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Getting Out of the Comfort Zone

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...

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Embracing Change

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...

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My First Impression of Volunteerism

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...

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Learning, Unlearning, and Relearning

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...

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A Glimpse into Raphael’s CorpsAfrica Journey

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...

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Tharakanithi’s Sun and Hope: A CorpsAfrica Volunteer’s Journey

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...

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Embraced by a Tapestry of Togetherness: A Volunteer’s Tale

In the heart of a vibrant community, my CorpsAfrica Volunteer experience has been a tapestry of joy and unity. From day one, I integrated impeccably, becoming not just an outsider, but a fellow dreamer in...

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The New Times: CorpsAfrica Empowers Local Changemakers in Africa

“September 22nd, 2023 – CorpsAfrica/Rwanda is delighted to announce the recruitment and deployment of 80 dedicated Volunteers for its upcoming Cohort 5. These committed individuals are poised to embark on a transformative journey aimed at...

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