Development Volunteers Africa

Organization Description: 

DVA -Development Volunteers Africa is a registered international NGO founded in 2003. The team comprises social workers, community development specialists, gender and human rights experts, journalists and researchers. DVA has initiated, supported and implemented projects aimed at improving the living conditions of women, children and minority groups with a community based approach and the participation of local and international volunteers.

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821 BuruBuru
Nairobi, 254
Kenya
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To empower community groups, to provide innovative solutions to psycho/social/economic challenges, to fight for human rights, gender equity and acceptance of diversity; to fight violence against women and children; to empower the disabled by giving them a chance to take active part in development.

Do You Require Formal Orientation Training for Volunteers?: 
No
Are more than one-third of the participants in your organization/programs low income (below 150% of the poverty level)?: 
Yes
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