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Football Coaching Volunteer
Do you love football and want to make a real impact in Uganda? Are you excited to dive into Ugandan culture while using your coaching skills to help young Ugandan girls? Would you like to support aspiring young Ugandan girl football players while gaining valuable coaching experience?
Despite its vibrant culture and natural beauty, Uganda faces many challenges as it develops. Many teenage girls here dream of playing football but struggle due to limited facilities, equipment, and training opportunities.
Economic difficulties and cultural barriers often prevent families from supporting their daughters' sports dreams, leaving many talented girls without a chance to shine in football.
Global Crossroad’s football coaching volunteering program for teenage girls in Uganda aims to change this. In the heart of Africa, many girls have great potential but are held back by their surroundings. Your role will involve helping with daily training, organizing activities, and planning outings. You’ll also assist with fundraising to support the program.
Football can bring unity and empowerment, and we want to make women's football a bright spot in Uganda. By volunteering, you’ll help lay the groundwork for women’s football in communities like Mpigi District, providing local girls with:
Top-Quality Sports Gear: Football kits, boots, balls, and training materials.
Detailed Coaching Training: Football skills plus important life skills.
Administrative Support: To help teams grow and succeed.
Join us in helping these girls achieve their football dreams! Contact Global Crossroad Volunteers today to get involved.
Skills and Qualifications
To join in the Uganda football coaching volunteering program, you don’t need many specific qualifications. What’s important is a passion for helping others and knowledge in football coaching. Being enthusiastic about supporting women and girls is essential. Good communication skills are useful for working with players and team members. You may also require to write proposals and organize fundraising if needed. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Responsibilities and Impact
As a volunteer in the football coaching program in Uganda, you'll train and coach girls and women, helping them improve their football skills and build confidence. You'll also play a key role in fundraising and proposal writing to support and expand the program, and work to connect local football clubs with potential supporters and funders. Your efforts will support the growth of women's football in Uganda and make a lasting impact on young female athletes.
- Provide football training and coaching to girls and women.
- Plan and organize fundraising activities to support the program.
- Connect local football clubs with potential supporters and funders.
- Assist in writing proposals to attract funding for the program.
- Contribute to creating short-term and long-term work plans for the program.
Your involvement will make a significant difference by empowering young female athletes and contributing to the growth of women's football in Uganda. Through your coaching, fundraising, and networking efforts, you'll help create better opportunities and resources for aspiring players, ensuring a sustainable and positive future for women's football in the region.
Volunteering in the football coaching program in Uganda promises a fun and fulfilling experience. You'll dive into local culture, learn from the people, and make a real difference!
- First Day : On your arrival day, our local coordinator will guide you to your placement. You’ll spend the day meeting fellow volunteers and local staff, and getting acquainted with your new role.
- Weekdays : Starting on the second day, here’s a look at a typical day:
- 7:00 to 7:30 AM: Enjoy a hearty, home-cooked breakfast.
- 7:45 AM: Begin your day of rewarding volunteer work.
- 12:00 PM: Take a lunch break with your fellow volunteers, a perfect chance to connect and learn more about Uganda.
- 3:00 PM: Wrap up your work and use your free time in the evening to explore the local surroundings.
Dates and Fees
All volunteering opportunities in Uganda start every Monday, though we allow for flexibility due to travel constraints.
Fees
Most affordable quality volunteer work in Uganda are available through Global Crossroad. We strive to keep our costs low. The humanitarian side of the business is our passion. Global Crossroad's volunteer abroad in Uganda application and registration fee cost US $299.
In addition to the application fee, you are required to pay a weekly program fee. You will pay your weekly fee directly to your host family and project. This way, the fees that you pay will benefit those who rightfully deserve them, and not for company profit.
| Duration | Football Coaching |
|---|---|
| 1 week | $200 |
| 2 Weeks | $300 |
| 3 Weeks | $400 |
| 4 Weeks | $500 |
| 5 Weeks | $650 |
| 6 Weeks | $750 |
| 7 Weeks | $900 |
| 8 Weeks | $950 |
| 9 Weeks | $1050 |
| 10 Weeks | $1200 |
| 11 Weeks | $1300 |
| 12 Weeks | $1400 |
Mandatory comprehensive travel insurance $3.49 a day »
Airport Pick up $75
How your fee is allocated?
Program fees cover:
- Accommodation (host family)
- Food (local food 3 times a day)
- In-country support
- Personalized project
- Pre-departure information
- Certificate of completion
- Fundraising ideas and letters
- Discount for returning volunteers
Program fees exclude:
- Visas
- Airfare
- Personal expenses on soft drinks and foods
- Daily transportation
- Airport return transfer
The Uganda volunteer opportunity program fees will cover expenses that will begin on the first day of the program to the last day of the program. If you arrive before the first day of the program or you decide you stay beyond your program's last day, you will be responsible for the additional expenses, which would typically be around $30 a day for room and meals at a hostel.
Accommodation and Meal
While volunteering in Uganda's football coaching program, you'll be accommodated either with a host family or in a hostel. We prioritize your safety and comfort, ensuring a rewarding and secure experience. The accommodations are conveniently located near your program site, with plenty of local amenities within reach. You'll also enjoy three tasty home-cooked Ugandan meals from Monday to Friday, giving you a taste of the local cuisine.
Learn more our your amazing host families and food they offer in Uganda
Free Time and Weekend Exploration
During your stay, you'll have ample opportunities to explore the local area after your daily activities, and weekends are ideal for venturing further and experiencing Uganda. The central location of the project site makes it easy to access the country’s most famous landmarks, helping you immerse yourself in Uganda's lively culture and breathtaking scenery.
Learn more about your free time and weekend exploration in Uganda.
Safety and In Country Support
Global Crossroad has been providing safe and rewarding volunteer experiences since 2006, assisting over 20,000 participants. We focus on ensuring your safety and comfort, supporting you from your initial registration through the end of your project. While you're in Uganda for the football coaching volunteer program, a dedicated in-country coordinator will be available at all times to help with any concerns or issues that arise.
Learn more about our comprehensive safety measure available for you in Uganda.
Why Volunteer in football coaching program in Uganda?
Empower Young Athletes : Help girls and women in Uganda develop their football skills and gain confidence on the field, making a real impact on their lives.
Cultural Immersion: Experience Uganda’s vibrant culture and rich traditions while engaging in meaningful community work.
Skill Development: Gain valuable coaching experience and improve your skills in sports leadership and mentorship.
Support Local Growth: Contribute to expanding women’s football in Uganda by providing training, organizing activities, and building connections with local clubs.
Make a Difference: Play a key role in fostering talent and creating opportunities for young female athletes who may otherwise miss out on pursuing their football dreams.
Country Coordinator
Charles is an experienced leader with a strong passion for child rights and youth empowerment. He has been actively involved in various capacities, showcasing his expertise in handling international volunteers and managing placements. Charles is known for his meticulous, detail-oriented approach, ensuring a safe and rewarding experience for all volunteers.
FAQs
Arrival and departure
If you're volunteering with our football coaching project in Uganda, please plan to arrive at Entebbe International Airport one day before your program begins. For a seamless experience, we recommend sharing your flight information with our country coordinator in advance.
Airport pick up and drop off
We’ll greet you warmly at Entebbe International Airport and have someone ready to pick you up and take you to where you’ll be staying. Please give us your flight information, and if your flight is delayed or you miss it, let us know so we can arrange another pickup. Airport drop-off isn’t included, but our coordinator can assist you with booking it after your project.
Visa
You need a tourist visa to volunteer in our safe pad program in Uganda, unless your country doesn’t require one. Your passport must be valid for at least six months. Uganda has been issuing electronic visas (e-Visas) since July 1, 2016. If you get an e-Visa, be sure to print it out and bring it with you. The e-Visa has replaced the visa-on-arrival, so apply online before your trip. For detailed information on obtaining a Ugandan tourist visa, please visit the Uganda Immigration website.
Vaccination
The CDC advises getting vaccinations for Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, and Yellow Fever before traveling to Uganda, as Yellow Fever is required for entry. You should also take anti-malarial drugs to prevent malaria, as there’s no vaccine. If you'll be in contact with animals, get the Rabies vaccine, and consider the Cholera vaccine if you’ll be in areas with bad sanitation.
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