An American doctor is rewarded for his volunteer mission by being made a Maasai elder.
Have you ever thought about sending your family to a unique cultural experience away from the life they are used to? Or spending a month volunteering in Kenya? Imagine how wonderful it would be for you to travel to Kenya and volunteer with the Maasai people while learning more about their unique culture directly with them?
This is your chance!
Volunteer!
Make a difference!
The Maasai Education Discovery short term volunteer project is designed for volunteers, individuals or families who would like to spend a month in Africa helping make a difference in people’s lives.
Volunteers will work specifically with the Maasai and Swahili communities of Kenya, in Narok and Malindi to support essential educational, healthcare and environmental programs. Volunteer program last for a maximum of one month, volunteers will spend two week in Malindi, working with the Swahili people and one week in Nairobi and one week in Narok working with the Maasai people of Kenya.
Medical Volunteer Mission in Maasai land : An American doctor attending to a Maasai woman in Kenya
Pre-Med students, nurses, doctors are encouraged to apply for the health programs, while teachers and environmentalist are encouraged to apply to the education and environmental program respectfully.
All volunteer programs include a one day trip to the Maasai Mara game reserve as well as cultural excursions in Maasai villages and homesteads.
When can I apply? And how many places are available every month?
Programs take place every month so you can apply anytime. There only 10 position in a month so if you apply early.
Don’t just take a vacation.
Take a vacation with a purpose. Volunteer with MED to make a difference!
