Many volunteers who serve in Africa with us are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Before arriving in Uganda, we're frequently asked questions like, "Can I go to church while I'm in Uganda?"

Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, LDS, Africa

In some countries you’ll be volunteering in, you may not have a full kitchen to whip up a batch of your favorite treats from home. If that’s the case, use these ideas instead.

Topics: Central America, Caribbean, Africa

Before spending a semester in this adventure-filled country, volunteers should know how to get around so that they can get to all the amazing areas for exploring. 

Topics: Africa

The country of Uganda is known for some world-class safaris and adventures, but we’re big fans of zip lining in Griffin Park.

Topics: Africa

 

Excited for your semester with ILP, but a little nervous about coming up with the cash it takes to go abroad? A bake sale can help you fundraise your entire program fee  — one ILP volunteer funded nearly her entire fee to do a semester abroad in Africa just by baking!

Topics: Get Ready For Your ILP Trip, All About ILP + Volunteering, Saving Money + Fundraising, Africa

You don’t need to know another language to volunteer in Africa with ILP, but learning a bit can help! 

Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, Africa

While you're volunteering abroad with ILP, you can spread your service to more than just the classroom. Here's what some of our volunteers have been doing recently. 

Topics: All About ILP + Volunteering, Caribbean, Africa

Headed off to a semester in Uganda? Here is  a head’s up on what to expect the minute you get off the plane. 

Topics: Africa

We’re dreaming of island getaways off the coast of Africa … anyone headed to Uganda should schedule a trip to the Lamu Island during their vacation time, that’s for sure.

Topics: Africa

Headed to Uganda? Lucky you! There are a few world-class spots to safari in this ILP country. 

Topics: Africa