PEPAIDS

PEPAIDS wants to make it possible for you to volunteer for us from anywhere in the UK or around the world: all you need is access to an internet connection, a computer and a desire to make a difference!

Do you think you could do any of the following?

Resource development - teaching and learning on a shoestring!

Are you from a generation before interactive whiteboards? Ever had to work in an environment where resources are limited? Ever thought up a great lesson that won’t cost the earth to deliver?

Teachers in our community schools work in conditions where there are little or no resources and where even paper is limited. We’re looking for creative and dynamic teachers who would be willing to research, collate or develop ideas for classroom activities that are suitable for use in our Zambian community schools which have limited resources. By getting involved in this opportunity you’ll be contributing directly to our Schools of Good Hope programme and the work that we are doing in Zambia. Suggestions for games, activities and lesson plans that do not require many resources are ideal. Help us to capacity build our classrooms from the comfort of your home!

Resource development – value added theatre!

Do you have a background in drama? Have you ever used theatre to raise awareness of an issue? Do you think you could use drama to make a real difference?

In absence of television and the internet in many of the areas that we work in, our AIDS Action Clubs use Theatre for Development as an effective tool to sensitise communities to many of the issues surrounding HIV/AIDS. Everyday situations that the audience may find themselves in are enacted in order to illustrate the choices that community members have when it comes to protecting themselves against the disease. Theatre is an extremely effective way of communicating life saving knowledge and our clubs are always keen to learn new drama skills. We’re looking for creative drama practitioners to develop workshops on drama games and exercises, role-plays, improvisation techniques and even specialist drama approaches that could be used to train and capacity build our groups. Whether you’re an actor, drama teacher or even a specialist in Applied Theatre - this role will enable you to make a dramatic difference to our work on the ground in Zambia from the luxury of your armchair!