Volunteerism Programs in Cameroon

United Action for Children is a child and youth centered organisation operating in the South West Province of Cameroon. Its mission is to develop a caring and sustaining society for children and young people through innovative programmes such as: Sports for Development Programme that mobilises children and young people living in rural areas channel their energy towards productive initiatives and live a healthy life through sports. Health campaigns and environmental sanitation through sports. Elementary education programme for orphans and vulnerable children and operation of a nursery/primary school with an enrolment of 615 children. Vocational Training Centre in woodwork, painting, electricity, cookery, sewing and computer for rural based and street children with a current enrolment of 125 young people. The work of international volunteers has been fundamental to United Action for Children’s (UAC’s) success. Previous volunteers have come from the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Korea, Japan, the United States, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Spain, Australia, Belgium and Canada. Some of the highlights and benefits of working as a volunteer for UAC include Working with an open and flexible organisation that allows you to rise to your full potential; Using your skills to assist others in a practical way; Discovering a new culture and country; Meeting amazing people and developing lasting friendships; Gaining practical development experience; Having access to important resources (internet, vehicles) that facilitate your projects; Achieving personal growth; Enjoying world-class scenery and beautiful nearby beaches For further information contact with Kristine Randall, international volunteer coordinator ( This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it ).