VOLUNTEER

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As a volunteer-driven event and organisation, AfrikaBurn offers many ways in which anyone can participate. A good starting point would simply be to ask yourself what it is you’d like to do, and see where that skill or contribution would fit. Take a look at the following areas, find one that suits you, and then step up, rock up and prepare to have a lot of fun. Please come along to the Volunteer booth and we'll make sure you have fun and make friends while volunteering in Tankwa Town.

On Site

AfrikaBurn will blow your hair back whichever way you choose to experience it. The more you do, the more fun you’ll have – guaranteed, because it’s a do-ocracy – a place where you’re welcome to start something, make something or do anything (within reason). Forget standing at the sidelines – jump in with both feet and get busy!

There are many ways to participate, and it’s largely an anarchic space in the true sense of the word – nobody’s directing the action and you’re free to do as you please as long as it doesn’t hurt anyone else. The only thing expected of you is that you build something, sing something, dance something, cook something, make something, gift something, share something, play something, or fill almost any role that strikes your fancy – so long as you do something, you’re participating.

If you want to get involved, you’ve come to the right place.

For a start there’s a host of volunteer roles that need filling – and there’s a full list below where you can read about those, and sign up. You can pick your own shifts, and choose what suits you.

If you’re not sure what you want to volunteer for, no problem – you can hop on over to the Volunteer Facebook page, and check out what they’re looking for right now, or get in touch with volunteer@afrikaburn.com and they’ll help you find your niche.

Got any questions about volunteering? Here’s your spot.

Arteria

Working here means you’re the reception desk for arriving artists and theme camps, both registered and unregistered. You’d get to help them locate their designated spots (or find them one). This is a great way to meet the people that create the magic of Tankwa Town.

Sign up for Arteria shifts right here.

Artworks

The large art structures erected at AfrikaBurn need many hands to bring them to life. Good with power tools, wood, metal or electricity?

Click here to sign up!

Blikkiesfontein

Fun, while saving the planet from a trashpocalypse? Step right up and join our crew at Blikkiesfontein. Tasks associated with this crew do not include sorting recycling (that’s done by camps who hand in separated waste) – but do include meeting loads of lekker people from many different theme camps and projects.

Recycle, reduce, re-use and re-purpose yourself here.

Department of Mutant Vehicles

Love the smell of LRP in the morning?! Why not hitch a ride on the back of a butterfly, a bumblebee or a unicorn? Come meet the builders, artists and creators, get to know them and be inspired to maybe build your own. So get on the highway, point yourself our way, DMV awaits.

Click right here to ride the highway to Tankwa.

Die Hek

When people arrive with Tankwa stars in their eyes, this is the crew that processes them and their tickets. It’s a great way to meet loads of people, and share in the stoke of arrival. Sound good? It is good.

You shall not pass! Unless you want to volunteer – then click here.

Greeters

Bubbly? Enthusiastic? Fancy welcoming the citizens of Tankwa Town with a smile, song or dance? Perfect. Get to dress up and welcome, orientate and inform people as they arrive.

Got gas for greeting? Click here to sign up!

Visit the Facebook Page

Ice Palace

They dish out the coolest – and only – product sold in Tankwa Town. It’s a great way to meet people, and earn the undying admiration of thirsty and hot burners.

Join our Ice crew by signing up here.

Lost and Found

Our Just In (e) booth is where all the missing things are collected. From lost cameras to lost minds, you can find it all here. Shifts involve manning the booth, receiving lost items and logging them and then reuniting people with found items.

Click here to reunite humans with their items.

Rangers

Rangers aren’t the police or security, but rather there to make sure everyone has a good time and doesn’t get hurt. They’re active participants in the community, who promote awareness of what AfrikaBurn is all about and point out potential hazards. Rangers walk about, engage with the community and mediate where necessary.

So if you enjoy assisting others, guiding the odd burner through a difficult circumstance and generally enjoy keeping the peace, you’re Ranger material. But bear in mind you must be calm, flexible and have a sense of humour.

Meet up with Rangers here: Info & Training Page

Sanctuary

It’s the place where anyone can go if they’re having a hard time, or feeling overwhelmed. If it’s a physical or psychological challenge people are facing and it’s too much to handle, our Sanctuary crew will be on hand to assist in a calm, peaceful space. And you’re welcome to join the team.

For info on Sanctuary (and a link to sign up, if you have the required skills), head here.

Throne Crew

These are the peeps that roll around in the morning making sure that the loos are stocked and clean and ready to go!

It’s a SUPER fun few hours (especially on the days that we find deposits from the Gifting Fairies) and you get to rest easy in the knowledge that YOU have taken care of some shit for the day.

Click here to join our Throne crew!

Volunteers

Ever wanted to spend some time at the nerve centre, and encourage people to sign up for shifts and help burners volunteer for what they want to do to make this event what it is?

Click here to sign up to join our Volunteer crew.