Volunteer Stories

Get an inside look at the experiences of CorpsAfrica Volunteers in the field.

Often, we tell ourselves that navigating life without expectations is the key to avoiding disappointment. Yet, no one mentions the moments when we don’t...

After a long and adventurous journey spanning a day and a half, I finally set foot in the serene community of Kosemar Tenda, nestled...

When I first arrived in Kelecha as a CorpsAfrica/Ethiopia Volunteer, I knew I was stepping into a community with immense challenges, but nothing could...

As I sit here reflecting on my journey so far as a CorpsAfrica/Ghana Volunteer, I am reminded of the countless moments that have left...

Months ago, I was selected to be a CorpsAfrica trainee, where I received training on community-led development approaches, including Human-Centered Design (HCD) and Asset-Based...

Christ being born in Bethlehem wasn’t a reason enough to leave my site this time, I couldn’t afford an air ticket to witness this...

At CorpsAfrica, transformation begins at the grassroots — led by young African changemakers dedicated to driving sustainable development in their communities. Two such remarkable...

In every community, there are unsung heroes who serve to make a difference in the lives of others. Volunteers like me play a crucial...

During my time as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer in Kyuso, Kitui County, I saw firsthand the challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PWDs)—particularly their limited...

It was a dark, rainy night in a quiet village, the only kind of sounds were raindrops drumming against tin roofs and the distant...