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Good News Corps Overseas Volunteer Program

The Good News Corps Overseas Volunteer Program is an initiative under the International Youth Fellowship (IYF) that trains and dispatches Kenyan youth to over 105 countries for a 10-month overseas volunteering experience.

Our Purpose

Fostering Global Leadership

The program aims to nurture young leaders with international perspectives, equipping them with skills and experiences that will empower them to address global challenges.

Promoting Cultural Exchange

Volunteers engage in cultural diplomacy by representing Kenyan culture abroad, fostering mutual understanding and respect between countries.

Providing Humanitarian Aid

Through volunteer service and social work, participants contribute to solving real-world problems such as poverty, education, and health challenges in underserved communities.

Personal Growth and Development

The program challenges volunteers to step out of their comfort zones, facilitating personal growth, building resilience, and developing a mindset of service and compassion.
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Real Change on a Global Scale

Opportunities for Growth and Leadership

The Good News Corps program doesn’t just aim to make a difference abroad—it also transforms the lives of the volunteers. Participants develop valuable leadership skills, international exposure, and a challenging mindset. Through education, volunteer service, and cultural immersion, they emerge as well-rounded individuals ready to tackle global challenges. Many volunteers go on to become leaders in their communities and professions, empowered by the unique experiences they gained during their service year.

our mission

Exchanging Our Youth for Their Hearts

The Good News Corps Overseas Volunteer Program was founded on the idea of exchanging the passion and energy of youth for the hearts of people across the world. Since the first group of 14 volunteers was dispatched to 10 countries in 2002, the program has grown to 400–600 volunteers each year, serving in 95 countries.

Our mission is to develop future leaders with strong international capabilities through volunteer service, cultural exchange, and education. By fostering global understanding, we aim to contribute to solving real-world challenges.

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