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Naliaka can't leave home - help build a ramp

Materials are donated. We need two carpenters and a helper for a weekend in Dar es Salaam.

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ฟ Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania174 views
Mercy Achieng Wafula
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Dar es Salaam
Naliaka has used a wheelchair since 2023, and the house has three steps at the front door and no ramp. At the moment Naliaka can only go outside when two neighbors are available to lift the chair. The materials (treated timber, screws and non-slip surface) have been donated by a local lumberyard. We need a carpenter or two to measure, cut and build, plus a helper or two. The ramp has to meet the local accessibility standard of 1:12 slope, which is why a person with building experience is important. We estimate eight hours of work. Tools are welcome - saws, drills, spirit levels. We'll provide refreshments, and Naliaka's family will cook lunch for the team. I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
effort
one weekend
format
In person in Dar es Salaam
skills
carpentry, measuring, power tools
#accessibility#carpentry#volunteer#disability

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  • Tuyแบฟt Vy Lieu ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ Accepted

    I live about 14 km from Dar es Salaam. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need Free this month.

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