About Us
NISSII Christian Academy is a nonprofit, child-focused, community-based education and sustainable development project located along Lake Victoria in Western Kenya. We promote children's rights, holistic education, environmental conservation, and sustainable livelihoods.
We serve 343 children aged 3–17 years, from Playgroup to Grade 8, supported by 16 teachers and 11 non-teaching staff. Most children come from vulnerable families, including orphans. We provide education, food, healthcare, clothing, mentorship, and a loving learning environment.
Our Mission:-
To empower children through quality education, Christian values, and sustainable community development.
Our Programs:-
We work with women, youth, children, volunteers, NGOs, churches, and government agencies. Our activities include education, child welfare, organic farming, permaculture, food security, health and nutrition, tree planting, environmental conservation, women's and youth empowerment, and community development.
Volunteer Opportunities:-
- We have hosted volunteers from the USA, Germany, Japan, Spain, Israel, China, Italy, Australia, Bulgaria, England, and other countries.
- We welcome local and international volunteers to participate in:
- Teaching and classroom assistance.
- Arts, crafts, music, games, and storytelling.
- Child mentorship and community outreach.
- Organic farming, gardening, and tree planting.
- Meal preparation and nutrition programs.
- Administration, communication, documentation, and fundraising.
Program at a glance
Why choose us?
- Free homestay accommodation, laundry services and Wi-Fi
- Opportunities to interact with the local community and learn about the local culture
- Free local language training
- Opportunities to visit local tourist attractions and historical sites
- Opportunities to play and work with children, build lasting relationships and make a positive social impact
Requirements
- Visa issuance
- No specific skills or experience required
- Basic English language skills necessary
Volunteer experience
The weekly schedule is generally flexible and agreed upon based on the volunteer’s interests and the current needs of the school. We encourage volunteers to bring their own ideas and skills while also taking time to interact with the children, staff, and local community. The aim is for each volunteer to make a practical contribution while experiencing and learning from the NISSII Community.
Daily Schedule:-
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday:-
- 7:30 am: Breakfast at the Project Director’s house (Dr. Jacob Ogweno’s residence)
- 8:00 am: Arrival at the school
- 8:00–8:20 am: Morning assembly (Mondays and Fridays only)
- 8:20–9:30 am: Classes
- 9:30–9:50 am: Tea break
- 9:50–11:00 am: Classes
- 11:00–11:30 am: Break
- 11:30 am–12:40 pm: Classes
- 12:40–2:00 pm: Lunch break
- 2:00–3:15 pm: Afternoon classes
- 3:15–4:00 pm: Games and recreational activities
- 4:00 pm: End of the school day
€32 per week
Each volunteer is provided with a private room furnished with a bed, bedding, mosquito net, and electricity. Toilet facilities are located outside the accommodation building and are maintained in a clean condition. Free Wi-Fi and laundry services are also available.
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided, with volunteers free to choose what they would like to eat. Vegan and vegetarian meals are also available. Meals are prepared using fresh, locally available foods, including beans, rice, fish, vegetables, chapatti, beef, chicken, fruits, and ugali, a traditional Kenyan staple made from maize flour.
Volunteers are welcome to cook alongside family and team members, providing an opportunity to exchange recipes and experience Kenyan and Luo food culture.
- Tours of historical and tourist sites
- Visits to Mbita town for shopping and other activities
- Personal activities
- Hiking in the Gembe Hills
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