Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya
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Our mission is to ensure continuous education for the children and expand the possibilities for a brighter future for them.
The initiation for orphan's children program grew out as a result of an increase in the number of orphans in the villages the pathetic living condition due to lack of support once they loose their parents. The organization therefore identified, as a priority to start a child care program center to cater for the orphans and the vulnerable children from the 3 yrs to 12 yrs. This programme is in Nairobi ,Kiambiu slum, Kibera slum and Kogelo Village Siaya District Nyanza province of western Kenya
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1. http://www.lecdenkenya.com
Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya
Physical Location
Inquiry Form
LECDEN Offices (Headquaters)
Commerce House,
3rd Floor , Suite 311
P.O Box 79456 - 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya.
Telefax: +254-20-2229781
+254-722-761587
+254-734-939308
Email: info@lecdenkenya.com
http://www.lecdenkenya.com
Kenya Orphanage Project under Lecden-Kenya
Thank you for your interest in the Kenya Orphanage Project by lecden-kenya
Our mission is to ensure continuous education for the children and expand the
possibilities for a brighter future for them.
2. The initiation for orphan's children program grew out as a result of an increase in the
number of orphans in the villages the pathetic living condition due to lack of support
once they loose their parents. The organization therefore identified, as a priority to start
a child care program center to cater for the orphans and the vulnerable children from the
3 yrs to 12 yrs. This programme is in Nairobi ,Kiambiu slum, Kibera slum and Kogelo
Village Siaya District Nyanza province of western Kenya
Leo Community Development Network (LECDEN-KENYA) is a Project
identification figure that has a lot to speak, illustrate and categorically to intervene on
community. Leo is a Swahili word Meaning "Today". We not only aim to address
today's problems but also tomorrow's (future), to the people we represent.
LECDEN-KENYA began in 2005 as the Kiambiu Self-Help Community Programme in the slums of
Kiambiu, Nairobi, Kenya. The program was started by community members and has now grown to
include 3 feeding centers (One feeding Centre at riverside, Kiambiu Courtesy of friends and well
wishers in the USA, A centre in Kibera Line Saba, Another centre in Siaya District, both courtesy of
Eyes on Nature Expeditions tour firm base in Nairobi Kenya), in the care of over 500 children orphaned
by HIV/AIDS. The centre in Machakos District, Makueni District, Homabay District still upcoming due
to funds constraints / lack of donor funding. Because the services of LECDEN-KENYA have reached
beyond the boundaries of the Kiambiu, and Kibera slums and outside Nairobi, it was decided that the
name should be changed to reflect its larger scope of services within Kenya, hence the new name,
LECDEN-KENYA.
Leo Community Development Network (LECDEN-KENYA) was founded on the principles of
community Development leading to eventual economic self-sufficiency. LECDEN-KENYA
members, like so many in Africa and the developing nations, need only a “hand-up” (skills,
training, expertise and temporary assistance).
LECDEN-KENYA was founded as a response to the death and displacement caused by
HIV/Aids/STI and Poverty and the 80% unemployment rate in most informal settlements in
Kenya. Encouraged by the industriousness and faith of their neighbours, the founders jointly
developed a community based NGO which empowers its members with the maxim: “learn to
fish and be hungry no more”. When people are employed, they can buy food, education and
medicine. They are also able to pay their house rent and keep their children safe in school.
With the hard work of the founders, the LECDEN-KENYA Executive Board, the
neighbourhood members they have begun the hard work of economic development.
However, the community will need assistance temporarily while they explore and initiate
innovative projects to help themselves and others out of poverty.
3. Our Key Programmes/Actvities
- Care & Support for families infected &
affected with HIV/AIDS
- Care & Support for Children orphaned by
HIV/Aids and girl Child Capacity Building.
- Environment Awareness, Water &
Sanitation Programmes (Slum Upgrading
Initiatives)
- Poverty Eradication through income
Generating
activities (I.G.A) for sustainable livelihood
- Awareness Campaign on health & Drug
Abuse
- Youth & Population Awareness Programmes
(Reproductive health).
- Campaign against child trafficking
- Campaign against Femal Genital Mutilation
(FGM) and Gender Violence (Women &
widows)
Key Intervention Strategies
- Counseling and Group Therapy Services
- Vocational trainings for older orphans
- Home based care , Nutrition care , Medical
Care
- Community Educational Programmes
through capacity building
- Establishment of Community Based Groups
to sustain development agenda
- Community Mobilization & Advocacy
Programmes
- Outreach Forums
4. - Drama Programmes especially for the youth
- Community Resource Person Approach.
- Involvement of Local Administration at the
community level .
Our Challenges
- Lack of Technical Support and capacity
building for our members
- Lack of resources to empower the
most vulnerable through sustainable
projects.
- Lack of donor funding
Contact Us
LECDEN-KENYA began in 2005 as the Kiambiu Self-Help Community Programme
in the slums of Kiambiu, Nairobi, Kenya. The program was started by community
members and has now grown to include 3 feeding centers and the care of over 500
children orphaned by HIV/AIDS. Because the services of LECDEN-KENYA have
5. reached beyond the boundaries of the Kiambiu, and Kibera slums and outside Nairobi,
it was decided that the name should be changed to reflect its larger scope of services
within Kenya, hence the new name, LECDEN-KENYA.
For more Information Your may contact the following:
Founder Member
Steve Olita
Programms Manager, Tel: +254-722-761-587, Founder Member
Project Manager Kenneth Okoth
Lecden-Kenya +254-734-939308 Tel:
Ann R Wanjiru P. O. Box 79456-00200 +254-717-616-679,
Tel: +254-722-329596 Nairobi, Kenya.
+254-734-939308
P. O. Box
79456-00200
Nairobi, Kenya.
Our Location
LECDEN-KENYA is a national organization
with its headquarters in Nairobi, a drop in
centre in Kiambui slum but with site
offices in various districts in Kenya
namely:-
ONGOING CENTRES
- Nairobi
- Siaya
1) Kiambiu Slum 1) Kogello Village in Siaya District
2) Kibera Line Saba Slum
Physical Location
Inquiry Form
LECDEN Offices (Headquaters)
Commerce House,
3rd Floor , Suite 311
P.O Box 79456 - 00200,
Nairobi, Kenya.
Telefax: +254-20-2229781
+254-722-761587
+254-734-939308
Email: info@lecdenkenya.com
http://www.lecdenkenya.com
6. Bank Name: BARCLAYS BANK
Bank Branch: HAILE SELASSIE AVE.
Account No.: 2022022264
Swift Code: BARC KENX
Bank Code: 03
Country : Kenya
Volunteering Projects in Kenya,Volunteering in Kenya:
Teaching
Volunteering Projects in Kenya
You can become involved in helping to develop
communities in Kenya. With such a variety of
projects this program has something to suit everyone.
You have the opportunity to make a difference in the
lives of under-privileged children and adults by
providing education and counselling in schools and
orphanages, HIV education, and medical care.
Whilst sharing your knowledge and compassion with
the local people, you will have a chance to make a
personal contribution and connection to the people of
Kenya.
Volunteering Projects in Kenya,Volunteering in Kenya:
Teaching
Volunteering in Kenya: Teaching
7. Quality education for both boys and girls is crucial in reducing poverty and promoting
gender equality. Schools in Kenya are currently struggling with overcrowded classes and
a lack of skilled teachers.
As a volunteer you will help to empower girls and boys by giving them the skills they
need to overcome poverty and to make their voice heard. We have opportunities for
volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary, and secondary levels. There
may also be opportunities to teach at the IDP camps.
At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teachers can teach core subjects, such as
English, mathematics, science, social sciences, and can initiate extra-curricular
activities.
Volunteer preschool teachers will teach basic English skills and carry out basic
childcare duties.
This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-directed person. A teaching
qualification is not required (except for secondary teaching) but volunteers need to be
confident in the above subjects and preferably have or be studying towards a university
degree.
Quality education for both boys and girls is crucial in reducing poverty and promoting
gender equality. Schools in Kenya are currently struggling with overcrowded classes and
a lack of skilled teachers. As a volunteer you will help to empower girls and boys by
giving them the skills they need to overcome poverty and to make their voice heard. We
have opportunities for volunteers to assist with teaching at preschool, primary, and
secondary levels. At primary and secondary levels, volunteer teachers can teach core
subjects, such as English, mathematics, science, social sciences, and can initiate extra-
curricular activities. Volunteer preschool teachers will teach basic English skills and
carry out basic childcare duties. This role is suitable for a caring, motivated, and self-
directed person. A teaching qualification is not required (except for secondary teaching)
but volunteers need to be confident in the above subjects and preferably have or be
studying towards a university degree.
It is the goal of Kenyan children to get an education so they have the skills to overcome
poverty and advance towards a future where their voice is heard. The Kenyan education
system aims to achieve the goal of quality education for all. Since the late 1980s the
education system has been modeled on what is called 8.4.4. This means 8 years of
primary school, 4 years of high school and 4 years of university/higher education. This
system is designed to give students recognized levels of education. It has helped to reduce
drop out rates and has given those who will not attend university/higher education a
legitimate qualification: the Kenya Certification of Primary Education and the Kenya
Certificate of Secondary Education.
8. Following a promise made in 1963 the Kenyan government made primary education free
in government schools in 2003. Since then enrolment rates have skyrocketed and schools
have been left unable to cope. Overcrowding is rampant and there are not enough
trained teachers to fulfill all the positions needed. As a result, children are not getting
the required attention and grades are slipping. Consequently government schools have
capped their enrolment; this has lead to the rise of community run schools (sometimes
referred to as harambee schools) where teachers do not need to be qualified or skilled.
Today community schools account for about 75% of primary schools in Kenya.
Strategies to achieve basic, quality education for all in Kenya are not succeeding. It is
estimated that only 24 percent of Kenya’s children advance to secondary school. While
only about 2% attend university and other higher education institutions.
The Kenyan education system is plagued by a shortage of skilled teachers providing
quality education. Volunteers have an opportunity to help change this by giving their
knowledge and skills to classroom teaching and sharing skills with local staff.
Volunteers in the teaching program are placed in community run schools and children’s
centres and have the opportunity to teach preschool, primary and secondary level
students. For preschool level, volunteers can teach basic reading, words and counting,
as well as colours and shapes. Other work with preschool involves childcare duties like
changing baby diapers, putting children down for naptime, and feeding duties.
Volunteers teaching at primary and secondary levels will be teaching core subjects, such
as English, mathematics, science and social studies. Volunteers may find pressure to
primarily teach English as this is seen by many as the key to success in future
employment in Kenya’s booming tourism industry. Note, only qualified teachers are able
to teach at secondary level.
Another important role you have as a volunteer is to add to your placement. The budgets
of many schools mean there is only enough to provide the basic necessities. We
encourage you as a volunteer to bring that little “extra”. Ideas don’t need to be big or
cost any money. Often the most popular ideas for volunteers and amongst the children
are arts ‘n’ craft activities, sports games, and dance and music lessons. Don’t forget to
consult the supervisor at your project before introducing any new ideas. Please note,
supplies/resources for any kind of activity you may want to take part in will not be
supplied by the school or centre.
A general note: some schools will be very established in their work and have organized
routines and set ways of doing things. Other schools will not. Regardless of the
individual situation of each school they will require your help. It is important to join the
school with an open mind and be there to help in the way it is needed.
Volunteering Projects in Kenya
9. You can become involved in helping to develop communities in Kenya. With such a
variety of projects this program has something to suit everyone.
You have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of under-privileged children
and adults by providing education and counseling in schools and orphanages, HIV
education, and medical care.
Whilst sharing your knowledge and compassion with the local people, you will have a
chance to make a personal contribution and connection to the people of Kenya.
The Projects
Volunteers will be placed in program locations in the suburbs surrounding Nairobi,
including Kiambiu slum in Buru buru phase one, Kibera Slum
Note: The type of work volunteers will perform is subject to the needs of the particular
project they are placed at and their own experience and skills.
Volunteer work expectation
Volunteers are expected to work a minimum of 4 to 6 hours a day, 5 days a week from
Monday to Saturday. Sundays are days off. Volunteers are able to work beyond this
minimum commitment.
It is vital that you are flexible and willing to adapt to situations as they arise. You cannot
predict what each day may bring. We also ask that you are prepared to follow any rules
set by us or our partners to ensure continuity of the program. New initiatives you may
wish to set up at your project should be discussed with Lecden-Kenya and your project
director supervisor before implementation to ensure that what you set up is appropriate
for the project.
Accommodation
Volunteers in the Teaching, Medical/Health and HIV/AIDS program will be
accommodated in a homestay situation. While volunteers in the Children’s program may
be accommodated in either a homestay, volunteer dormitory, or at the Children’s Home
they are working in.
Accommodation at homestays is with everyday members of the community who have
invited international volunteers into their homes. Each host situation is different in terms
of the number and make-up of people living in the house, their personal circumstances,
style of accommodation, and their expectation of you as a guest in their home.
Volunteer dormitory accommodation is where volunteers live together in a house located
near their placement and are cared for by househelp.
10. Accommodation at a Children’s Home is located onsite and provides the volunteer with
separate sleeping quarters from the children. Volunteers are cared for by the Home’s
staff.
Accommodation providers have been selected to ensure volunteer well-being and
comfort, to maintain safety and security, and to give an insight into Kenyan life. Take the
opportunity to get to know those at your accommodation. You have a unique opportunity
to learn a different way of living and culture. Make the most of it!
What you can expect
Volunteers can expect to share a room with one to three other volunteers. Bedding, such
as sheets, blankets, pillows, is provided however volunteers will need to supply their own
mosquito nets. Mosquito nets cost less than US$10 and can be purchased in Nairobi on
day two of Orientation.
Living is basic, but comfortable. In urban areas accommodation is modern relative to
rural areas. Houses will generally have electricity, running water, hot water and flushing
toilets. Internet, telephone, ATMs, supermarkets, and restaurants are an easy travel
distance from accommodation. Public transport is readily accessible and just a short
walk from most urban accommodation sites.
In contrast, rural accommodation may not have electricity or running water. Common to
all houses are bucket baths, squat toilets and boiled hot water. Internet, bank or ATMs,
supermarkets, and restaurants are located in the nearest town which will require public
transport to get to. Public transport is available but will normally require volunteers to
walk a distance to get to.
Both urban and rural accommodation will not have telephones. For this reason it is
recommended volunteers buy a local mobile phone to keep in contact with family and
friends at home, other volunteers and program staff. Volunteers will have an opportunity
to buy a mobile phone on day two of Orientation and the cost is upwards of US$30.
Remember to keep an eye on international calling charges.
Meals
Volunteers will be served two meals per day: breakfast and dinner. While meals will
differ from accommodation to accommodation, volunteers can expect the style of food
served to be in keeping with the traditional Kenyan diet. An example of the types of meals
served:
Breakfast: bread with jam, fruit, and chai tea.
Dinner: a typical dinner includes three dishes of the following: beans, rice, potatoes,
meat, spinach, cabbage, mixed vegetables, or chapatti.
11. Please note that snack food is not provided as part of the meals supplied at your
accommodation.
As you can see the Kenyan diet is made up of mostly carbohydrate dishes and meat
served at most one to two times a week. For most, this will be a new way of eating and
you may like to consider supplementing your diet with vitamins and perhaps purchasing
food from a local market or supermarket. If your diet differs from the foods listed above,
let your accommodation provider know so not to cause any confusion about your eating
habits.
Water
As it is not advisable to drink tap water we recommend that you purchase bottled water.
This is widely available in Kenya and you can expect to pay about US$10 per week. This
would provide you with 2 liters of water per day. Be sure to check that the seals are not
broken.
Boiled water is another good option for safe drinking water. The Center for Disease
Control and Prevention (http://www.cdc.gov/travel/contentWaterTreatment.aspx)
recommends boiling water as the best method for making water safe to drink. Boiling
water as recommended will kill bacterial, parasitic, and viral causes of diarrhea.
Directions for boiling water: boil water vigorously for 1 minute and allow it to cool to
room temperature (do not add ice).
Where to buy? What you can buy?
Kenya has a large number of outlets where food is sold, ranging from small outdoor
markets to large supermarkets, and roadside eateries to world famous restaurants.
Prices vary greatly. You can expect to pay what you would in your own country when
buying food from a supermarket or eating at a restaurant, while small markets and
roadside eateries offer a much cheaper price option.
Transport
Your transport from your arrival location to the volunteer accommodation, and during
Orientation is covered by the program fee. Once Orientation is complete volunteers are
transferred to their program locations. Volunteers, in most cases, will be accommodated
a reasonable walking distance from their project location and will be able to walk to
work each day. For those who are accommodated outside of a reasonable walking
distance and when public transport is available, money for transport will be provided.
Note: any transport money provided in this instance is at the discretion of Lecden-
Kenya.
Transport on departure from the program is not covered by the program fee. Volunteers
will need to organise and pay for their own transport when leaving the program.
12. Getting around Kenya
Kenya has about 250 airports and airstrips (of vastly varying quality) and plenty of
airlines connecting Nairobi with Mombasa, Kisumu, Nanyuki, Malindi, Lamu and the
national parks/reserves of Amboseli, Masai Mara and Samburu. Flying around Kenya
and its neighboring countries is a relatively safe way to cover a lot of ground.
Traveling by train between Nairobi and Mombasa is also a popular form of transport.
Kenya has a good network of regular buses, matatus (usually minibuses), shared-taxis
and private taxis which will get you where you need to go; from home to the closest town
or the neighboring country. To reduce any safety risks, only travel with recommended
bus companies and taxi drivers and never travel by matatu at night. Cycling is best done
in rural areas due to the chaotic traffic on the main roads, but the distances between
towns and the poor condition of roads needs to be kept in mind.
Communication
Keeping in touch by post, telephone and email is generally easy, but sometimes not
reliable.
Telephone
Kenya‘s telephone system is improving but the network is limited to main towns and often
breaks down in times of heavy usage or bad weather conditions.
Volunteer accommodations do not have telephones, but phone booths are usually located
in the cities. Most Kenyans however, rely on mobile phones to keep in contact with the
outside world. For this reason we recommend volunteers buy a local mobile phone to
keep in contact with family and friends at home, other volunteers and program staff.
(Volunteers will have an opportunity to buy a mobile phone on day two of Orientation
and cost upwards of US$30. Remember to keep an eye on international calling charges.)
Internet Services
IT has picked up rapidly in Kenya. Internet cafes are available in the main towns and
you can expect to pay around US$1 for an hour of internet use. The internet is slow but it
is a much cheaper option for keeping in touch with family and friends at home than
telephone.
Post
There are several post offices in Kenya scattered around the country. The post, on
average, takes a few days to Europe and around ten days to North America, Australia
and New Zealand; times from these places to Kenya are slightly longer. It is a good idea
13. to keep copies of letters or photo disks just incase they get lost in the post and we
recommend not sending valuables just in case they go missing also.
Electricity
Electricity runs in cities and towns but not in extremely rural areas. Power cuts do
occur, so a power surge protector for sensitive equipment and a torch and or head lamp
are good ideas. Kenya’s electrical system is characterized by 240 volts AC, 50Hz with a
rectangular blade 3 pin plug (http://kropla.com/!g.htm).
Free Time
Volunteers are free to do as they please during down time. For most, free time will be on
weekends, public holidays and after volunteer duties are done for the day.
You can use free time to prepare for any future work or activities you may wish to plan.
Some volunteers choose to help in other programs when they have free time. You may
like to meet up with other volunteers during your free time to swap ideas or simply spend
time with them. You may also like to visit local sights of interest.
If you are considering traveling around Kenya and neighboring countries we recommend
you take the necessary safety precautions and the advice of our partner organisation and
trusted locals. If you would like to discover Kenya by joining a safari you may like to
consult our partner who can put you in touch with providers of safari packages at
competitive rates. Organizing a safari can be done while in Kenya.
Number of Volunteers
The Kenya program usually has between 30 and 80 volunteers per month, but the
number of volunteers varies depending on the season. Generally you are placed with one
to three other volunteers at your project.
To apply for this program, click here
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Regards
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