Malawi
How We Serve in Malawi
Trip participants have an opportunity to serve alongside Opulence, a non-profit focused on community development, and the Methodist Church of Malawi. Some trips are focused on medical, some on literacy, and others on economic empowerment – depending upon the needs of our partners. The great news is everyone, from all skillsets, is invited to serve!
What We Do
Health
We partner with innovative indigenous organizations to drill clean water boreholes, support rural mobile medical clinics, assistance in acquiring medical supplies, and address food insecurity with permaculture teaching farms.
Education
We support multiple education initiatives which work to equip children and young adults with mentors and training in sustainable food projects, preventative healthcare, spiritual formation counseling, and child rights.
Economic Empowerment
We provide microfinance training for community members on how to save, budget, and create small entrepreneurial endeavors. We also provide vocational training scholarships for at-risk youth.
Learn more about how we support vulnerable children in Malawi through Zoe
Work & Activities
Team activities will vary based on partner needs and the trip participants going.
- Medical teams partner with Wandikweza and the Dowa Health Department on mobile medical clinics in rural communities.
- Empowerment teams mentor young adults in asset-based small business planning or leadership development workshops.
- Teams will have the opportunity to experience and learn more from our local partners about ongoing projects.
- Literacy teams focus on both reading and computer literacy.
- Teams will have the opportunity to experience and learn more from our local partners about ongoing projects.
Travel & Accommodations
Accommodations
Lodging will be in double beds and will have private bathroom facilities.
Food
Typical meals include rice, nsima, greens, and meat (typically chicken or fish).
Malawi FAQ
Malawi trips are open to adults and youth ages 16 and older if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Some of our Malawi trips include an optional safari and cultural experience for an additional cost. Ask your team leader for more information!
A visa is required for US passport holders to enter Malawi. Team Leaders and staff will help procure visas prior to departure.
