Dyslexia Organisation, Kenya
Host and Volunteer, Rare Gem Neurodiversity Education & Empowerment Programme, Home Stay
About Us
Dyslexia Organisation Kenya (DOK) is a non-profit organisation working to improve understanding, identification, and support for children with dyslexia and other neurodivergent learning needs in Kenya. Founded from lived experience, DOK was created in response to widespread misconceptions around invisible learning difficulties, which often leave children unsupported.....
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A typical day for volunteers at Rare Gem Talent School starts with breakfast with your host family, Mornings are spent assisting in classrooms, supporting learners, and helping with structured literacy activities. After a lunch break, volunteers engage in teacher training, community outreach, or project work such as preparing learning materials, managing communications, or supporting fundraising initiatives. The day ends with reflection sessions and free time, allowing volunteers to explore local culture, markets, or nearby attractions, before returning to their host families for dinner and cultural immersion.
Volunteers are hosted by local families living near Rare Gem Talent School, offering a safe, welcoming, and culturally immersive experience. Volunteers stay in a private or shared room within a family home, within short distance to the school. Host families are carefully selected and supported by DOK to ensure volunteers feel comfortable, respected, and at home.
Volunteers receive healthy daily meals, typically breakfast and dinner, prepared by host families using local Kenyan cuisine. Meals are nutritious and home-cooked, with adjustments available for vegetarian and other dietary needs upon request.
€10 Euro Per Day.
● Age – 18 years and above
● No Dietary Restriction – however, adjustment for vegetarians and those with special requirements will be provided with prior arrangement
● Skills: Passion for working with children and neurodivergent learners
● Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to Kenyan community settings
● Strong teamwork, communication, and reliability
● Openness to learning new skills and participating in training
● Language: Ability to communicate in English
● The include airport pickup and drop-off on arrival and departure, or arranges reliable transport. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive from Rare Gem Talent School, ensuring a smooth and supported arrival experience,
● Meals – Breakfast and Dinner,
● Sleeping Room Management – cleaning, bed linen, towels, toiletries,
● Pick and drop to and from airport on arrival and departure.
● International flights to and from Kenya,
● Visa fees and travel insurance,
● Personal expenses such as souvenirs, snacks, and leisure activities outside organised pick and drops to and from the airport,
● Optional weekend trips or safaris beyond what DOK arranges,
● Medical expenses or medications (volunteers should bring personal medications and any required prescriptions).
● Volunteers can enjoy a variety of activities during their free time, including,
● Local cultural experiences – visit markets, cafés, and interact with host families and the community
● Nature and wildlife – day trips to Nairobi National Park, wildlife spotting, or guided hikes like Ngong Hills,
● Adventure & travel – weekend safaris, beach trips to Mombasa, or exploring coastal culture,
● Cultural immersion – learn about Kenyan traditions, food, and community life,
● All activities are optional, and DOK staff provide guidance to ensure safe, enjoyable, and meaningful experiences.
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