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Ugunja Community Resource Centre: Volunteer Opportunities

Ugunja Community Resource Centre (UCRC) welcomes open-minded, motivated individuals eager to learn from and contribute to small-scale, community-based development initiatives. International placements are available within a range of programs and activities revolving around issues such as sustainable agriculture, preserving indigenous knowledge, women and youth empowerment, health, human rights, technology transfer, food security, education, and fund raising.

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UCRC is a community development NGO located in Western Kenya. They serve the Siaya District and neighbouring communities by promoting sustainable development and empowering communities through increasing access to information.

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