Togo:
DUNENYO – CULTURAL IMMERSION AND SOLIDARITY ACTIONS
Kamp Kodu
ASTO 04
Başlangıç - Bitiş Tarihi
01.08.2026 /
16.08.2026
Toplam Kontenjan
16
Boş Kontenjan
8
8
Yaş
18 - 70
Ekstra Ücret
€220.00
Kamp Temaları
CULTARTSOCI
Organizasyon
Astovoct
Kuruluş
The NGO Association Togolaise des Volontaires au Travail (ASTOVOT) has over 60 years of experience in international voluntary service. Each year, it welcomes many volunteers from around the world for short, medium, and long-term projects (from 3 weeks to 12 months) in Togo. These projects allow around 200 national volunteers to interact with international volunteers and create meaningful intercultural exchanges throughout the year. ASTOVOT is a member of: Coordinating Committee for International Voluntary Service (CCIVS – UNESCO) Network of Africa Voluntary Organisations (NAVO) It partners with volunteer organizations in Europe, Asia, the USA, Canada, and Africa. Its projects mainly focus on: Community development Education and citizenship Health and social action Environmental protection Intercultural learning Construction and renovation of community infrastructure
İş Tanımı
Description
Every summer, the sons and daughters of Kuma-Apoti village, as well as members of the diaspora, gather to joyfully celebrate the “Dunenyo-Za” festival, also called the “Festival of Development.” This cultural and community event is a key moment where the population comes together to: Reflect collectively on the future of the village Promote youth through education, culture, and training Strengthen social cohesion around sustainable local development Kuma-Apoti, recognized as one of the cleanest and most environmentally friendly villages in Togo, places solidarity, unity, and respect for the environment at the heart of this celebration. In this context, ASTOVOT, a committed partner of the village, is launching an international cultural and solidarity immersion program, allowing national and international volunteers to experience unique opportunities for exchange, sharing, and community engagement
Objectives of project
Promote intercultural exchange and mutual understanding
Contribute to local development through concrete actions for the environment, youth, and living conditions Highlight Togolese cultural heritage and strengthen cross-cultural connections
Volunteer Tasks
Community and environmental work: public sanitation, cleaning communal spaces, reforestation, maintaining rural paths, and improving public areas
Educational and recreational activities: organizing games, sports tournaments, artistic workshops, traditional singing and dancing with children and youth to foster cohesion and creativity
Support for cultural activities: preparing and setting up concert venues, exhibitions, and event spaces, actively participating in festivities and the festival’s grand finale (dances, performances, storytelling, and songs)
Cultural immersion: staying with host families, joining local folklore groups, and learning about local traditions through direct exchange and participation
Konaklama ve Yemek
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is usually basic and depends on the project location. Volunteers stay in groups of 3–4 per room, with room-sharing arrangements decided collectively. Some sites have dry toilets and showers without running water. Mats are provided, and volunteers may bring sleeping bags if possible. Drinking water is available on site, but electricity and internet access may be limited.
FOODS
During the camp, volunteers are responsible for preparing their own meals. An internal schedule organizes volunteers into groups that take turns handling household tasks, including cooking, cleaning, and meal preparation. Ingredients may be local, imported, or organic, and special dietary needs are taken into account whenever possible. Volunteers also enjoy a variety of tropical fruits such as bananas, oranges, pineapples, mangoes, avocados, and papayas, which are readily available during the camp.
Konum ve Serbest Zaman
Apart from the main camp activities, several recreational and cultural activities are organized, such as discovery walks, hiking, festive outings, and cultural exchanges. These activities allow volunteers to interact with local communities and to explore Togolese culture. During weekends, group excursions are arranged by volunteers and camp coordinators to visit local tourist sites in the project area. Please note that costs related to excursions and outings are not included in the participation fee.
Notlar
Apart from the main camp activities, several recreational and cultural activities are organized, such as discovery walks, hiking, festive outings, and cultural exchanges. These activities allow volunteers to interact with local communities and to explore Togolese culture. During weekends, group excursions are arranged by volunteers and camp coordinators to visit local tourist sites in the project area. Please note that costs related to excursions and outings are not included in the participation fee.
Konuşulan Diller
French
En Yakın Terminal
Unknown
Havaalanı
LFW
Konum
Kuma Apoti: Kuma Apoti (Kloto) Kuma-Apoti, one of the ten villages in the Kuma canton (Kloto prefecture), is located northwest of Kpalimé in the Plateaux region. Nestled between mountains and lush valleys, it offers an exceptional natural setting, featuring a vast plateau and harmonious terrain.Thanks to its location in a humid zone, Kuma-Apoti enjoys a mild, cool, and temperate climate, providing a pleasant contrast to the warmer climate of the capital, Lomé. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, which shapes the village’s way of life. Surrounding this core activity are various economic and artisanal initiatives led by the residents, contributing to sustainable development and the community’s vitality
