Volunteer in Africa at the Young Boys Academy and experience a unique opportunity for personal growth, cultural exchange and a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. At the academy, we shape the role models of the future by combining targeted academic education with elite football training.

Becoming an Africa volunteer at Young Boys Academy is an opportunity for personal development that you won’t find anywhere else. Working in a completely new environment will challenge your limits and constantly develop new skills. You will learn to navigate unfamiliar situations and build your ability to adapt to new cultures and exciting challenges. Whether it’s communicating with the young boys at the academy, working closely with colleagues from another culture, or taking on responsibility for important tasks, you will grow as a person. These experiences will not only strengthen you personally, but also professionally – and they will give you skills that you can take with you throughout your life.

Arusha, where Young Boys Academy is located, is known as a cultural melting pot, bringing people from many different backgrounds together. As a volunteer in Tanzania, you will become part of this diverse world and have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Tanzania’s rich culture. You will experience local traditions, taste exciting food and learn languages ​​like Swahili. But cultural exchange goes both ways – you will also have the opportunity to share your own experiences and perspectives with the people you meet along the way. This mutual exchange creates deeper understanding and connections that can last a lifetime.

Young Boys Academy gives young boys in Tanzania the opportunity to develop both on and off the football pitch. Become a volunteer in Africa with Young Boys Academy and get the opportunity to work in different areas and tasks, depending on your strengths and interests. Below you can see some of the different roles that are relevant to our volunteers in Tanzania:

School/Values: Here you help with the boys' schooling and personal development, where you can contribute with teaching, homework help and conversations about important topics such as responsibility, cooperation and respect. With volunteer work you have the opportunity to help young children become passionate about their schoolwork.

Social Media: If you are passionate about communications and media, you can help share the boys’ stories through photos, videos and updates to sponsors and followers on social media. Young Boys Academy offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in digital marketing and content production during your time as a volunteer in Africa at the academy.

Football : If sports are your forte, you can assist coaches and help develop boys' technical and tactical skills on the pitch. The Young Boys Academy is one of the best places to volunteer in Africa to pursue your passion for the sport of football.

Your efforts help give the boys a platform where they can develop both academically and physically - something that can create lasting changes in their lives.

Young Boys Academy is dedicated to creating future role models in Tanzania. The academy’s approach is holistic and focuses on the whole person: body, mind and spirit. This means that the boys not only become stronger footballers, but also better academics and more responsible individuals. The goal is that through this development they can contribute positively to their local communities and become leaders in their own fields – whether on the pitch, in a professional career or in other contexts. As a volunteer at Young Boys Academy, you play an important role in supporting this vision.

Volunteering in Africa is much more than just completing a task – it is a journey filled with experiences, relationships and personal growth.

When you work at Young Boys Academy, you will be part of a passionate team that is passionate about making a difference. You will experience how your actions can have a positive impact on the lives of others, while developing yourself. The memories and learning you take away from this experience will be something you carry with you for the rest of your life. Volunteering in Africa is an experience and an adventure you will never forget!

If you would like to become part of the Young Boys Academy and contribute to the enriching work, the process is simple. You can read more about the requirements and submit your application here on our website. If you have any questions or need further information, you are welcome to contact us directly, either via email: info@youngboysacademy.com or through our contact form here on the website. You can find much more information about the different requirements and opportunities, right here on the website.

Volunteering in Africa at Young Boys Academy in Tanzania is a chance to combine a passion for sport and education with a desire to make a difference. It is a journey where you will not only help others, but also be enriched with experiences that will last a lifetime.