After a while of conceiving the idea to provide needy people support in business and ecomomic affairs, YearOut Africa in contrast to other institutions, YearOut Africa and its partners offers deprived communities with loans and skills development.
Since members don’t have to fulfil high requirements and guarantees; YearOut Africa enables an easy access for everyone especially disadvantaged woman in need which are the target group. Micro finance is a good structure of providing a support through dispensing small, low-interest loans to assist small scale businesses or local individuals and groups to work their way out of poverty.
The project targets those in need of assistance in small schemes, book keeping and give them the head start that they need to empower themselves gradually out of poverty within the community. By doing so, you’ll empower communities, women and youth in particular, to become self-sufficient.
This enables the individuals involved to secure a sustainable future for themselves and their families through small scale entrepreneurship. Vulnerable individuals or groups who participate in the project receive small loans which, over time and with guidance, they will reimburse.
*Introduction of the micro finance loan product and services to prospective small scale sellers at the markets and shops.
*Discussing and evaluating business plans of clients to fully understand the nature of their business activities.
*Interviewing and screening small scale business men and women for a potential loan.
*Managing and monitoring loan accounts of individuals and groups who have already taken loans and many more accounting and business support services.
Monday to Thursday 7 hours per day, 40 hours in a week.
First Day: On the first day of volunteering, volunteers will be escorted to their placement by a local coordinator and introduced to the placement staff they will be working with.
A typical daily schedule would be as follows:
7.30AM Breakfast at the volunteer house.
8.00AM Volunteers can expect to leave home and walk to your placement, where you’ll join the placement staff. Volunteers will be given a duty roster and plan for your work. There is usually a tea break and a lunch break.
2.00PM - 5.00PM Work at the project usually ends. Volunteers are free from this point to go sightseeing or do some shopping.
6.30PM Dinner at the volunteer accommodation.
Please note, this schedule can vary depending on the project you’re participating on.
YearOut Africa volunteers are in luck as their host country is unique and has a lot to offer. You can get your wildlife fix at Mole National Park, where you’ll glimpse the iconic animals which have made Africa famous. You’ll see 90 species of mammals that make their home there, including elephants, hippos, cheetahs, baboons, and antelope. Kakum National Park boasts a suspension bridge canopy walk, and Wli Waterfall offers great hiking with spectacular views. For water lovers, you will find a number of unspoiled beaches and world-class surfing.
Ghana is steeped in history, its impressive buildings a testament to a sad and tragic heritage tied to the brutal slave trade and architecture buffs will have their fill of a variety of structures. Be sure to visit Cape Coast Castle, an impressive white-washed seaside fort where you can learn about the poor slaves who were held there and then carried away from their homes on great ships.
Volunteers in Ghana will also have the chance to explore a vibrant colorful culture. Bustling markets like Kajetia with its 11,000 stalls, are a great place to meet locals and pick up a variety of goods such as the renowned and beautiful wax print Kente cloth fabrics. Ghana also offers delicious cuisine, and a wealth of restaurants, bars and grills to taste the local fare and experience a little nightlife while you are out and about.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
YearOut Africa’s Coordinator will be at the airport to pick you up; no matter what time you arrive.
YearOut Africa provides a decent, clean and safe accommodation for all our volunteers / interns.
Volunteers / interns are accommodated in a volunteer house where they live with other volunteers. In some locations, volunteers are accommodated at their placement or stay together in a volunteer house alongside a local family.
There are separate rooms for male and female volunteers with shared common room and toilet facilities. Living is basic but the majority of volunteer houses have electricity, while only few have running water.
Power cuts are common in Ghana and most rural houses do not have running water during times of drought. Bedding (pillows and sheets) is provided, however it is recommended that volunteers bring their own towels and mosquito nets (these can also be purchased in Ghana).
You can also purchase a local SIM card with data for an unlocked mobile phone to keep connected.
Volunteers / interns in Ghana are served three meals per day (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Breakfast generally consists of tea and coffee, and a hot breakfast. A typical lunch and dinner can include meat and vegetables with rice or noodles. If you have special dietary requirements, please let us know ahead of time so that we can make arrangements for you.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Microfinance for Economic Develpment
After a while of conceiving the idea to provide needy people support in business and ecomomic affairs, YearOut Africa in contrast to other institutions.
$200/week
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