Women’s Literacy & Education Internship — Community Development (Uganda)

Support women’s education and empowerment while gaining hands-on experience in international development.

Join Women in Leadership (WIL Uganda) and help deliver adult literacy programmes and school-based education initiatives in a rural Ugandan community.

About the Organisation

Women in Leadership (WIL Uganda) is a grassroots, women-led organisation based in Busembatia, Eastern Uganda.

Our mission: to dismantle inequality and empower women and girls to exercise their rights, build economic independence, and lead within their communities.

About the Role

As a Women’s Literacy & Education Intern, you will support our adult literacy programme by designing and delivering interactive learning sessions for women in the community.

You will also lead a “Book Event” programme across local secondary schools to promote literacy and confidence among young people.

This is a hands-on role where you will design and deliver sessions — not just observe.

What You’ll Do

• Design and deliver adult literacy sessions for women
• Facilitate interactive learning workshops (reading, writing, confidence building)
• Deliver “Book Event” sessions in local secondary schools
• Adapt teaching materials to suit different literacy levels
• Work closely with local staff and community leaders
• Support programme development and outreach

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical teaching and facilitation experience in an international setting
• Experience working in community-based education programmes
• Leadership and communication skills
• A professional reference and certificate upon completion
• Opportunity to gain academic credit (we work with your university)
• Experience designing your own workshops and projects

Requirements

• Enrolled in or completed a university degree
• Interest in education, literacy, or international development
• Teaching experience or TEFL qualification is an advantage (not required)
• Strong communication and initiative
• Willingness to adapt to rural community life
• Laptop required for placement work

Location & Living

• You will live in Busembatia village (Eastern Uganda) and be fully immersed in community life.
• Accommodation is provided in safe, shared volunteer housing.
• All meals are included Monday–Friday during placement.
• During weekends, you can travel to nearby Jinja, known for activities such as rafting, kayaking and cultural experiences.

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience in global health and international development
• Experience delivering workshops in a community setting
• Leadership and facilitation skills
• A professional reference and certificate upon completion
• Opportunity to gain academic credit (we work with your university)
• Experience living and working in a rural international context

Programme Duration & Fundraising Model

(Fundraising-based internship — not a fee)

• 1 month: £1,650
• 2–3 months: £2,450
• 6 months: £3,750

Girls Who Lead Global Bursary

We believe opportunity should not depend on income.

10% of every volunteer’s fundraising contributes to the Girls Who Lead Global Bursary, which fully funds a young woman (18–30, UK-based) from a low-income or underrepresented background to join the programme.

➡ Every cohort funds the next.

What’s Included

• Accommodation in the village
• All meals (Monday–Friday during placement)
• Airport pickup and drop-off
• Training and orientation week
• Daily supervision and in-country support
• Certificate + reference letter

What’s Not Included

• Flights
• Visa (~$50)
• Travel insurance
• Weekend meals and personal travel