Team Rwanda: encourage our students to apply
27 Feb 2023
Creating opportunities for our Widening Participation students
After a successful project in summer 2022, our flagship overseas project Team Rwanda is back for summer 2023. Help us increase the range of experiences available to Widening Participation students by spreading the word about this once in a lifetime opportunity.
The partnership project between our University and Azizi Life will see a group of students travel to Rwanda to volunteer alongside Rwandan volunteers for a month on community research, digital media, enterprise and environmental projects, supporting local artisans and their communities. The project will give a team of student volunteers, including a Team Leader, the chance to gain valuable skills, develop their inter-cultural awareness and enhance their employability.
“Azizi Life thanks everyone who made this project possible in 2022. The volunteers worked hard from day one until the end to create very useful materials and documents, which are helping Azizi Life to increase its impact with the artisans through improved visibility and growth, as well as sustainability in the long run. We value their help in making that happen!” says Jeannine Umutoniwase, CEO of Azizi Life.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills and knowledge towards a positive change. You will exchange skills, accomplish both personal and professional goals and make friends and memories to last a lifetime. You will come out feeling proud and fulfilled to have taken part!” adds Rebecca Sarsfield, BA Criminology student.
In addition to Team Rwanda, students will be able to explore opportunities with our Trusted Partner organisations, where increased funding is helping to make overseas volunteering more accessible.
Applications to Team Rwanda will close on Monday, 6 March (9am).