From $1800
PUBLIC HEALTH & COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERING IN ZAMBIA
Offer Personalized Care to Rural Communities in Need
Calling all medical enthusiasts – whether pre-med, a seasoned professionals or purely an enthusiastic caregiver! Join African Impact and make a profound difference in rural Livingstone, Zambia. Witness firsthand the challenges of limited healthcare access, and become a beacon of hope for those in need. Deliver essential health care through home visits, clinic support, and educational workshops, tackling critical issues like HIV awareness and healthy living.
Empower communities to thrive by equipping them with the knowledge and resources they need to live healthier lives. This isn’t just public health volunteering in Zambia; it’s a transformative journey where your passion for medicine translates into tangible healing and empowerment, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and communities alike.
Project Highlights
CLINIC ASSISTANCE
HOME-BASED CARE
HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE
SUPPORT THE ELDERLY
AFTERNOON PROJECTS
Project Impact Areas
Here’s how you will create significant impact through the Public Healthcare Volunteer Project in Zambia:
Project Destination
Livingstone is a vibrant, soulful town with a friendly atmosphere. However, Zambia grapples with significant health challenges, including 1.2 million people living with HIV, with only 40% of the population possessing comprehensive knowledge about the disease. In rural areas surrounding Livingstone, healthcare access is severely limited, with few clinics struggling under resource constraints and long wait times. Many residents must rely on their immediate family for support due to the scarcity of accessible medical facilities.
By volunteering in Livingstone, you can make a meaningful impact by assisting local caregivers with home-based care. This experience not only allows you to contribute to community health but also offers valuable insights into Zambian society and its healthcare system.
Life At Base
Accommodation & Meals
All African Impact volunteers stay in a comfortable, private house located within the vibrant Victoria Falls Backpackers. Volunteers will have access to all the facilities, including a spacious dining area, bar, swimming pool, and even a rock-climbing wall! ​
The backpackers is conveniently located a short 5-minute walk away from the town centre of Livingstone, where you’ll find grocery stores, cafes, bars, and restaurants. Bedrooms sleep 4-8 people, with bunk beds in each room, and there are shared bathrooms with hot water showers.
As an iconic tourist destination, Livingstone and its surrounds cater to international guests with a wide variety of food options. Enjoy authentic stews, local beers and of course – an open flame braai (barbeque). All of our projects cater for vegetarians, vegans and various food group intolerances with sufficient notice.
Communication
SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport with various packages allowing for phone calls and/or data usage. Our accommodation offers free WiFi that enables you to make contact with home. Power and electricity supply can be intermittent in Livingstone and its surrounds so do bring your power banks and embrace patience if you encounter an outage. TIP: Ensure your cellphone is enabled to allow for a foreign SIM card if you intend to use one.
Flights & Arrivals
Arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport (LVI) on your Monday start date, landing between 9am and 6pm in order to make the complimentary transfer service. Look for the African Impact sign – a friendly face will be there to welcome you!
Staff
Our brilliant African Impact team, led by Base Manager Sander, will look after you during your time with us! Whichever project you choose, you’ll get to know everyone incredibly well both out on project and around the base. Our crew of changemakers are waiting to welcome you to Livingstone!
Safety
Our projects are committed to safeguarding our volunteers, staff, the communities we work in, and the environment. Our base has outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team is trained in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies. The base is equipped with fire safety equipment and evacuation plans. All vehicles are well-maintained, and our licensed drivers know safe routes in the townships, where projects occur in enclosed venues. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is provided for healthcare, litter collection, and construction projects, and working at heights or with power tools is prohibited. We have comprehensive policies, including child protection, to protect all participants. Upon arrival, trained staff will induct you on our policies, procedures, and code of conduct to ensure your safety and awareness.
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Project FAQs
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU NEED TO BECOME A PUBLIC HEALTH VOLUNTEER?
We place each volunteer in a healthcare setting in Zambia that perfectly suits their education, previous experience, interests, and the local community’s needs. We’ve welcomed everyone from nursing students, recently graduated doctors to experienced healthcare professionals in the past. If you have any questions about qualifications for volunteer opportunities, please contact us.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A COMMUNITY MEDICAL VOLUNTEER?
As a community medical volunteer in Zambia, you’ll be making real, transformative impacts on the lives of the local community members in desperate need of medical attention. Working alongside local doctors and nurses and gaining invaluable professional experience in global healthcare practices, this is an adventure like no other, powerfully transforming you and the local community alike.
WHAT ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS ARE IN PLACE TO ENSURE I AM PROVIDING APPROPRIATE SUPPORT DURING MY PUBLIC HEALTH PLACEMENT?
We prioritise ethical and responsible volunteering practices through all our placements. You’ll never be expected to perform tasks beyond your training or qualifications, and our experienced program coordinators will closely supervise your involvement. We emphasise cultural sensitivity and respect for local customs and traditions throughout your placement. Additionally, we have established strong partnerships with local healthcare facilities, ensuring your contributions align with their existing needs and complement the work of qualified professionals.
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Your Enquiry Starts Here
Duration | Program Fee |
---|---|
10 days | $1,800 ($1,260 per week) |
2 weeks | $2,150 ($1,075 per week) |
3 weeks | $2,400 ($800 per week) |
4 weeks | $2,650 ($663 per week) |
5 weeks | $2,900 ($580 per week) |
6 weeks | $3,150 ($525 per week) |
8 weeks | $3,650 ($457 per week) |
10 weeks | $4,150 ($415 per week) |
12 weeks | $4,650 ($388 per week) |
10 days | £1,145 (£802 per week) |
2 weeks | £1,315 (£658 per week) |
3 weeks | £1,545 (£515 per week) |
4 weeks | £1,775 (£444 per week) |
5 weeks | £2,005 (£401 per week) |
6 weeks | £2,235 (£373 per week) |
8 weeks | £2,695 (£337 per week) |
10 weeks | £3,155 (£316 per week) |
12 weeks | £3,615 (£302 per week) |
10 days | €1,400 (€980 per week) |
2 weeks | €1,595 (€798 per week) |
3 weeks | €1,845 (€615 per week) |
4 weeks | €2,095 (€524 per week) |
5 weeks | €2,345 (€469 per week) |
6 weeks | €2,595 (€433 per week) |
8 weeks | €3,095 (€387 per week) |
10 weeks | €3,595 (€360 per week) |
12 weeks | €4,095 (€342 per week) |
10 days | $2,270 ($1,589 per week) |
2 weeks | $2,595 ($1,298 per week) |
3 weeks | $2,995 ($999 per week) |
4 weeks | $3,395 ($849 per week) |
5 weeks | $3,795 ($759 per week) |
6 weeks | $4,195 ($700 per week) |
8 weeks | $4,995 ($625 per week) |
10 weeks | $5,795 ($580 per week) |
12 weeks | $6,595 ($550 per week) |
INCLUSIONS
- Backpacker style accommodation with swimming pool
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon - Fri)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All project transport, equipment and resources
- Support from experienced local and international African Impact staff
- Full orientation for responsible project contribution
EXCLUSIONS
- Flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- Weekend tours
- Personal expenses
MINIMUM STAY
The minimum stay for this project is 10 days.
PROJECT FEE INCLUDES
- Backpacker style accommodation with swimming pool
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon - Fri)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All project transport, equipment and resources
- Support from experienced local and international African Impact staff
- Full orientation for responsible project contribution
PROJECT FEE EXCLUDES
- Flights
- Visas
- Insurance
- Weekend tours
- Personal expenses
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
The minimum age requirement for participation is 18.
DO YOU NEED SUPPORT?
Our experienced African Impact team is here to support you.
Project Enquiry
After completing the below project enquiry form, one of our Destination Specialists will get in touch to discuss your volunteer experience and any questions you may have. When you are ready to book, we can send you a booking form or you can book directly from this page too.
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Project Booking
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