Women's empowerment - Side by Side for Her Strength

Improve the economic, social and psychosocial situation of a group of marginalized women in the Arusha region.

Join a new ethical volunteer initiative that empowers women in Tanzania. Twiga Vision’s Side by Side for Her Strength is a year-long training and empowerment program for marginalized women in Arusha — including single mothers, widows and elderly women in vulnerable situations. Volunteers will work hand-in-hand with local trainers to support workshops on sewing, crafts, health, entrepreneurship and women's rights.

Your Responsibilities

• Co-lead hands-on workshops with local facilitators (sewing, crafts, health, literacy…)
• Collaborate on designing training materials and sessions
• Support individual follow-up with participants
• Encourage intercultural exchange and learning
• Contribute ideas for creative, educational or entrepreneurial activities

Qualifications

We are looking for volunteers who can bring professional or academic skills to strengthen women’s autonomy and development. Relevant profiles include:

• Nutritionists or health professionals – to co-lead workshops on nutrition and health
• Coaches or therapists – for personal development and confidence-building sessions
• Psychologists – to provide individual or group emotional support
• Trainers in entrepreneurship, marketing or management – to support women entrepreneurs
• Legal professionals or activists – to raise awareness on women’s rights
• Other fields related to women's empowerment and development

Students in these fields are warmly welcome. Each mission is co-designed with the Twiga team based on your skills and current project needs.

We also value strong adaptability, teamwork and cultural sensitivity, as well as the ability to work respectfully in a cross-cultural setting.

Additional skills in sports, music, yoga, theater, communication, social media or event planning are a plus and can enrich the experience for both volunteers and participants, but they are not mandatory.

Important Details

• Location: Arusha, Tanzania
• Duration: Minimum 1 month
• Start: Year-round arrivals (flexible)
• Language: Basic English required
• Working schedule: Monday to Friday, ~9AM to 4PM, flexible depending on role
• Orientation Day held the day after arrival

What We Offer

• Ongoing support and supervision by Twiga’s team
• Cultural immersion with local families or independent housing options
• Weekday lunch included (and other meals depending on accommodation type)
• Optional Swahili lessons
• Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)
• Structured ethical framework: no voluntourism, no profit-driven models

Costs

• One-time registration fee: $100 (includes airport pickup and orientation day)
• Weekly program fee: between $30 and $50 (includes weekday lunch, support and contribution to the project)
• Accommodation options:
  • Host Family: $70/week (included private room, towels and bed linens, breakfast and dinner daily, lunch on weekends, drinking water)
  • Independent Housing: ~$110–150/week depending on your lifestyle (meals and utilities included)

We’ll be happy to explain the cost structure in more detail and help you choose the best option based on your preferences and budget.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

• A recent CV
• A clean criminal background check (mandatory for any work involving children)
• Proof of specific skills if applicable (optional)
• Participate in a selection process including an interview