Room, board, and airport transfers are included
— Volunteers stay in a small, modest LSOSF room on the convent campus. Meals are prepared by the cook and caretaker in the on-site kitchen.
Inaugural trip: January 27, 2027
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Ten Days of supported, immersive service
From the virtual Orientation and on-site Welcome Day, to housing and customized service plans — and everything in between, each volunteer is thoughtfully supported throughout their experience.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis through early November, and you'll hear back about your status within two weeks of submitting. For more information please review the Volunteer Agreement.
Guidance before and throughout your stay
— A required virtual orientation takes place before travel. During the stay, volunteers receive support from an on-site host and caretaker, program leadership, and LSOSF leadership.
Service shaped with care
— Activities are driven by current needs and thoughtfully planned to incorporate each volunteer’s interests, experience, and abilities. Volunteer stays are designed around a ten-day experience, with options for a longer commitment available by request.
One cultural experience or outing
— Details will be shared as the trip approaches, but every volunteer will take part in a cultural experience arranged by the Little Sisters of Saint Francis.
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Where will the 10-day event take place?
About Nkokonjeru
Nkokonjeru is a quiet rural town in Buikwe District, about an hour southeast of Kampala — Uganda's capital and largest city, where Entebbe International Airport is located. Its name means “white chicken” in Luganda. The Little Sisters of Saint Francis have their mother house and parish here, along with a hospital, and schools that have shaped the community for a century. Daily life centers on the local market, the surrounding hills, and the steady rhythm of convent and village life.
What are some of the other things I need to know about travel requirements?
You'll need a passport valid at least 6 months past your arrival date, a Uganda visa and a yellow fever vaccination — Uganda requires proof of it for entry. Malaria is strongly recommended for remote areas but not required. Proof of medical insurance with travel coverage is required.