from 1,300€

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  • Quality Education

Teach and Give Support to Children and Youth

location
4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Brilliant 4.7  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Excellent response rate

Highlights

  • Help empower Ghanaian children and youth from vulnerable backgrounds by making education accessible to them.
  • Create life long bonds to the children you will help, and to the entire community you will be supporting
  • Discover and put into practice your passion for education.
  • Be exposed to a different reality than your own in a memorable and meaningful journey.
  • Enjoy and understand Ghanaian culture and traditions through being immersed in a local community and visiting all the beautiful things Ghana has to offer.

Especially suitable

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups

About the program

Share your knowledge and help empower Ghanaian vulnerable children and youth, while also experiencing an enriching and memorable volunteering experience.

Many people are currently looking for different experiences to have in some moment of their life, be it a trip or a volunteering experience abroad or in their own country. Being a part of this teaching volunteering experience in Ghana is a great opportunity for you to share your talents and ...

About the program

Many people are currently looking for different experiences to have in some moment of their life, be it a trip or a volunteering experience abroad or in their own country. Being a part of this teaching volunteering experience in Ghana is a great opportunity for you to share your talents and knowledge with children and youth, while you can also have a very enriching and memorable experience in rural Africa.

In our current day and age, the development of any nation depends largely on the knowledge its citizens have on technology, information, and communication. That's why, in collaboration with local organisation and the essential help we receive from our volunteers, we strive to achieve our goal: facilitating the access to education to schoolchildren in vulnerable areas in Ghana, which will create better academic and work opportunities for them —in general a significantly better future for them. Our volunteers very often become great sources of inspiration to improve education standards, to treat students better, and to use more effective educational practices. That is why the role of a volunteer within this project is key. 

As a volunteer with this project, you shall support students in areas such as computing, math, English, arts, and other subjects. Volunteers will collaborate with local teachers and use their own creativity and initiative to promote the potential, knowledge, and skill development of the children and youth attending the classes.
In local Ghanaian schools, volunteers are usually asked to collaborate with English classes, but volunteers may also prepare and teach classes in other subjects, if they feel confident enough. 

It's important that you enjoy spending time with the children. If you know about computing, you could also help out with the basic computing workshops given at these schools. 

Volunteers may also help out in planning and scheduling leisure activities, as well as sport, musical, and extracurricular activities. These activities may include things like games, educational role plays, storytelling, painting, and creating  handcrafts.

Typical day

Usually, volunteers work at least four hours a day on weekdays (Monday through Friday). Weekends are free for volunteers to go discover all the beautiful things Ghana has to offer. 

There are two shifts in which our volunteers work at:

The first shift, that goes from 9:00 until 13:00, in which ...

Typical day

Usually, volunteers work at least four hours a day on weekdays (Monday through Friday). Weekends are free for volunteers to go discover all the beautiful things Ghana has to offer. 

There are two shifts in which our volunteers work at:

The first shift, that goes from 9:00 until 13:00, in which volunteers work at local schools.

The second shift, that goes from 15:00 to 18:00, in which the computing classes and workshops are given.

Free-time activities

Some of the places we recommend you to visit during your stay in Ghana are:
Kakum National Park: a tropical forest located in the central region of Ghana. It is one of the only three natural places in the country that offers its visitors a tree-top walkway, known as the Kakum Canopy Walkway. Inside ...

Free-time activities

Some of the places we recommend you to visit during your stay in Ghana are:
Kakum National Park: a tropical forest located in the central region of Ghana. It is one of the only three natural places in the country that offers its visitors a tree-top walkway, known as the Kakum Canopy Walkway. Inside you can also find a tree house built in the treetops about 20 meters above the ground that offers visitors an adventurous opportunity to spend the night.
The national park is home to many beautiful animals, many of which are endangered; among these you can find target monkeys, African elephants and more.

Accra: the capital of Ghana and has much to offer art and history lovers as there are many museums, galleries, libraries and monuments to explore. A visit to the National Theatre, the National Museum, Christiansborg Castle, the Jubilee House or the Black Star Square is often recommended.
The most popular beach in town is Labadi Beach. Next to the beach you will also find the Academy of African Music and Arts.

Elmina: The city’s main tourist attractions include Elmina Castle, Fort Coenraads burg, the Dutch Cemetery and the fishing fleet.
On the first Tuesday of every July, the town holds an annual festival called Festival Bakatue which celebrates the sea and the final culture.

Cape Coast: A city and a port, located in the central region that offers its visitors 32 different festivals throughout the year.
There is also the Cape Coast Castle and the Cape Coast National Cultural Centre which visitors can explore.

Kokrobite: A small town very close to the area where our volunteer projects are developed. It is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful beaches and lively nightlife.

Ada Foah: A small coastal town famous for its palm-lined beaches and neighboring islands. Many locals and tourists also take advantage of the water sports activities offered by the city.

Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (intermediate level)

Education Requirements

at High school level

Criminal Background Check

required

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

Volunteers must be respectful of local customs, culture, and traditions, creative (as there aren't too many didactic materials available), open-minded, and most importantly, very passionate about the cause of helping empower children and youth from vulnerable backgrounds.

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

What's Included

What's Included

Services by Adventure Volunteer

The aforementioned fees cover:
  • Airport pickup and transfer to the volunteer’s home
  • Accommodation during your volunteering
  • 2 meals a day  during your volunteering period
  • A trip to Kakum National Park
  • 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team
  • Monitoring and evaluation of the programme
  • Orientation and induction to the program
  • Certificate of hours done in your volunteering
  • Accident insurance during your volunteering
  • Civil liability for your activity
  • Receipt from NGO about your program fee
  • Guidance, advice and management in the choice of programme
  • Volunteer T-Shirt

Airport Pickup at Kotoka International Airport

Our scheduled time for airport pickups is between 8:00 and 21:00. In case of arrival at other times, there may be additional costs.

Accommodation

Volunteers will stay at a guesthouse, where they'll share a room with other volunteers of their same gender. The volunteers will have access to common areas such as a living room, bathrooms and a kitchen, as well as to a TV, a smoothing iron, and a fridge.

Food & Beverages

Breakfast and dinner will be both offered to you in your stay. 
You may expect to be served:
  • Vegetables and legumes/beans
  • Meat, fish, and eggs
  • Grains
  • Milk, yogurt, and cheese
There are alternatives for volunteers with dietary requirements, such as vegan diets, vegetarian diets, no lactose diets, or others.

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Internet Access

Sorry, no access at the project site

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

The project is open all year round, usually even during national holidays, although this may vary. That being said, volunteers are welcome to arrive on any day of the week they might choose, although we'd recommend volunteers to come on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, as this allows them to be more easily integrated into the project.
Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 1,300€
5 weeks 26€
6 weeks 51€
7 weeks 76€
8 weeks 101€
9 weeks 125€
12 weeks (max. stay) 2,980€
Average fees 286€/week

Program fees

286€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES

Duration

4 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with Adventure Volunteer during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

Meet your organization

Adventure Volunteer

Brilliant 4.7 rating (37 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2017

Verified by Volunteer World

  Excellent response rate

Coordinated by

Sergio

Spoken languages: Spanish, English

About the project

Support in the cooperation and creation of social and environmental projects in communities at risk of social exclusion, through international volunteering.

Meet your organization


ADVENTURE VOLUNTEER is a non-profit organization, established in 2017. We collaborate in the social and environmental field through projects of conservation and protection of the environment and animals, as well as in the social part through projects of empowerment of women, community development, functional diversity, medical or teaching.


Our team of collaborators has a deep experience in international volunteer programs.  We know all the realities of the areas where we are working, collaborating and where we have a presence. 


Our projects offer volunteers the opportunity to meet, share and participate in social and environmental projects. These projects demand educational and recreational activities that benefit communities of different cultures and customs, communities with economic difficulties and different degrees of social exclusion.

37 reviews · rating4.7

Anton rating5

2024 at Teaching with children

Every day was unique. The local team made me feel like I was part of something meaningful, and I definitely want to go back to Tanzania and teach again!!!!!!!! ...
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Working with local students, exchanging knowledge and learning about their culture was a unique experience. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to contribute to the educational growth of the Panamanian ...
I experienced magical moments while releasing hatchlings into the ocean. I thank Adventure Volunteer for opening the doors to this corner of Panama full of life and ...
Juliana rating5

2024 at Teaching with children

I participated in impactful projects, and the connection with the local community was genuine. Seeing the change we made together left an indelible mark on my ...
Paul rating5

2024 at Teaching with children

What I experienced in Zanzibar exceeded my expectations. The diversity of projects and the authenticity of the people made me feel at home. Adventure Volunteer not only gave me the opportunity to help but also to learn and grow ...

Location

Africa > Western Africa > Ghana > Kasoa

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