Dubai Cares Sierra Leone

Become a Volunteer!

Who can volunteer?

The simple answer is that anyone can volunteer!

Dubai Cares does not require you to have specific skills in order to participate in our activities. Your desire to volunteer is the greatest asset you bring to our volunteer events/trips.  All volunteers must be over 16 years of age; however, young people under 16 years are also eligible when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

What difference can I make as a volunteer?

Volunteering is about assisting others in need and giving back to your society. Your hard work and effort will change and enrich the lives of the children and your community. Also, by volunteering you will:

• Learn new skills
• Share life experiences and skills
• Contribute to society by helping people who may be disadvantaged
• Give back to the community
• Gain experience
• Make a difference
• Stay active and engaged with the community

What are the types of volunteer activities available?

There will be several opportunities to volunteer with Dubai Cares, such as:

Volunteer Emirates Program

Volunteer Globally Program

This program offers UAE residents the opportunity to volunteer to renovate non-profit schools throughout the Emirates. Activities include: painting, landscaping, fencing and playground renovation.

This program offers UAE residents the opportunity to travel to developing countries and volunteer to help build schools and participate in other educational activities. Activities include: hauling bricks, plastering walls, sanding, painting, and the creation of dirt roads to and from the schools.

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Emergency Aid Volunteer Initiatives:

This program is designed as a response to worldwide emergencies. For example, during the Volunteer for the Children of Gaza Initiative, volunteers helped Dubai Cares assemble 50,000 hygiene kits and 50,000 basic school kits which were distributed to the children in Gaza following the cease fire.

How do I become a Dubai Cares volunteer?

In order to become a Dubai Cares volunteer, you should:

  • Fill in the volunteer registration form
  • Once you register, your details will automatically be saved in our records and you will be contacted whenever we have a volunteer opportunity available for your participation.