Volunteer Journals: Kenya Archives

My Unforgetable Exerience in Kenya by Katie Sarah

Traveling to Kenya for two months this past spring with Village Volunteers was an unforgettable experience that acted as a turning point for me in my life. I graduated from college a little over a year ago and I’ve since been struggling with what it is that I want to... read more

Kenya: Living Simply and Slowly by Sara Richardson

For six weeks, Sara Richardson lived out of a suitcase and realized that she brought more with her than most Kenyans owned.

The Lost Girls Go to Kenya

The Lost Girls authors’ lives are changed after visiting Village Volunteers’ Kenya partners, Emmanual and Lillian Tasur of Namunyak Maasai Welfare.

Kenya: Preparation for Trips Like This by Brett Weiss

Brett Weiss had to reach a point in his life where he was ready and willing to commit himself to making this trip and prepare himself mentally, physically, and emotionally.

Namunyak Maasai Welfare: Quality Education for All by Alex Salkin

At Namanyuk Maasai Welfare, Emmanuel’s school has already made a great deal of progress during Alex Salkin’s short visit. Three classrooms have been cemented and they’ve begun on the administration office.

Appreciation of the Smallest Things by Alex Salkin

Alex Salkin says it’s sometimes hard to look at what some Kenyan children have to go through every day. But when you see something really appreciated, it’ll touch your heart.