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Kilimanjaro is a diverse region in northern Tanzania known for its rural communities, rich cultural traditions, and proximity to Africa’s highest mountain.

It is located on the eastern side of Africa and is home to a varied landscape that includes mountains, savannas, and growing urban areas. MEDLIFE is headquartered in this region, but for reasons beyond what a typical tourist might experience. If you’re looking to volunteer abroad in Tanzania, MEDLIFE Kilimanjaro offers essential medicine, education, and development to underserved communities.

Population

1.9 million

Land Area

13,250 km²

Languages

Swahili & English

Currency

Tanzanian Shilling

Why Volunteer Abroad
in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania?

Over one-third of all households in Tanzania live in poverty, on $1.00 a day or less, with children and rural populations disproportionately affected by this hardship. As the economy relies primarily on agriculture, approximately 75% of the population lives in rural areas, often without access to basic infrastructure or clean water.

According to UNICEF in Tanzania, “Malnutrition — most prevalent in young children from poorest or rural households — is the single biggest contributor to child mortality, with malaria, anemia, pneumonia, diarrhea, HIV and AIDS also being key causes.” The average age in Tanzania is 18, yet young people are often excluded from the decision-making processes that directly affect them. Young people also have the highest rate of new HIV infections and poor knowledge of family planning.

Although abolishing primary school fees has increased primary school attendance to 94%, there has been no corresponding increase in teachers, infrastructure, or resources.

Because of these issues, MEDLIFE focuses on improving education in this region through a partnership with the Mailisita Foundation. The foundation runs an education center for orphans, funded by the income from an adjacent guest house, the Stella Maris Lodge. Students who visit the country will learn about rural poverty and the development challenges in Africa.

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Highlights of MEDLIFE Kilimanjaro:

Explore various inspiring and impactful service learning trip options available year-round, including classic, nursing, high school, physician assistants, engineering & architecture, and more!
Airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals (mon-fri), and 24/7 in-country support.
Free medical insurance is included.
Comfortable dormitory-style rooms during your stay.
Enhance your adventure with exciting add-ons!

Please Keep in Mind

MEDLIFE values the diversity of our volunteers, including those who identify as LGBTI. We recognize that the current conditions in Tanzania may pose potential risks for LGBTI individuals. Each volunteer must consider these factors when participating in trips to this location. To assist in making an informed decision, we provide the following resources.

Government Resources:

MEDLIFE Kilimanjaro maintains consistent contact with our in-country field offices to monitor the safety of each site, so please feel free to reach out to us at info@medlifemovement.org or your Chapter Coach if you have any questions or concerns.

Mobile Clinics Development Projects

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Mobile Clinics

MEDLIFE tackles critical health issues in these communities through mobile clinics, preventative health education workshops, and patient follow-up. However, our efforts rely on dedicated individuals like you, who choose to volunteer on Service Learning Trips (SLT), making our work possible.

These are the stations in which you would participate during mobile clinics in Lima:

Triage
General Medicine
Toothbrushing

Education
Pharmacy

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Development Projects

Discover the development projects you could participate in while volunteering in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. These projects are collaboratively designed and developed with the community to address their needs, resulting in meaningful and sustainable impact and empowered communities.

Home Renovations
School Renovations
and more!

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MEDLIFE LIMA SAFETY

When you sign up for a Service Learning Trip in Lima, Peru, you are automatically registered for medical emergency insurance for the duration of your trip. Visit our travel safe page or email us at info@medlifemovement.org to learn more.

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Ready to make a difference in Lima, Peru? Discover our upcoming Service Learning Trip dates and join us on an unforgettable journey with MEDLIFE!

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