Empower pupils with vital IT skills in Ghana
Highlights
- Key part of our program are workshops at schools with pupils aged 12-18 years (Junior & Senior High School)
- On 3-4 days per week, we run workshops at local schools
- Our program is on top of the regular school curriculum and have a focus on digital & soft skills
- We use experimental coding (Raspberry Pi) and tools like LEGO & Eit-ech to practically teach
- Critical thinking
- Team work
- Leadership
- Communication
- The topics are prepared from us and are easy to learn & adapt for the volunteers - you do not have to be an IT expert to create impact!
- However, we are always happy to include your ideas!
For this role, we do not charge our volunteers any fees. To keep our project running, part of your work will be fundraising activities to contribute to our operating budget. We will support you with tools & approaches, but also need your dedication, ideas and support on this topic.
Typical day
Every day is different in Africa, ...
... but a typical project day looks like this:
- 8-9 am african breakfast in your lodge (+jogging at the beach if you like?!)
- 9-10 am morning briefing with the team
- preparation of next school session
- fundraising ideas & activities (social media, approaching new sponsors etc.)
- 10-12 am school session I
- 1-4 volunteers run the school workshops together with 1-2 local staff
- the roles will be discussed upfront
- 12-2 pm african lunch break
- 2-4 pm school session II, content development & fundraising with the team
Free-time activities
Our little paradise Kokrobite is a hot spot for backpackers & volunteers, interested in the "untouched" pure Africa - off the beaten track. You can swim & surf in the ocean, there are Yoga and drum lessons available, each weekend there are legendary Reggea nights and the vibrant capital Accra is just an hour away. You can also explore the surrounding villages, mountains and pure beaches along the Gold Coast. Africa is different and never boring - that's a promise.
Meditation
Requirements
- interest to work with children 12-18 years
- interest to understand African culture
- adaptable to new situations
- motiviated to contribute to our fundraising
- willigness to activate own network for fundraising
What's Included
One of our team members always pick you up from the airport and ensures that you arrive safely at your lodge. The airport is approx. 1 hour away from the project. Akwaaba to Ghana!
Dates & Fees
Details on arrival
You are always welcome - the start dates are fully flexible. We always pick you up from the airport!
Please note that we do not charge any fees from you. However, you have to cover your costs for accomodation (approx. 100 EUR / week). We partner with local beach lodges and can give a recommendation for the best spot. It is basic, but lovely!
This program is paused due to COVID-19
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Empower pupils with vital IT skills in Ghana
Teach pupils in rural schools in digital & soft skills that really matter for their future. Run & develop our education program together with our local team.
Free of charge
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