Volunteer in Ghana
Ghana
Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 1-2 weeks
Dates: Dates are open.
Description:
Volunteers have the unique opportunity to experience Ghanain culture first hand and get to know the Ghanaians through living and working with them side by side in service projects that help contribute to the development of this beautiful country. Peaceful and welcoming, English-speaking Ghana is one of five West African countries that border the Gulf of Guinea. Ghanaians are rightfully proud of their rich heritage: their country's lush rainforests and tranquil beaches were home to the Ashanti kings who once ruled one of the greatest empires Africa has ever seen. Volunteers can choose from projects in environmental protection, orphanages, health care, and English teaching. Our staff in the US are experienced volunteers themselves who are happy to share their experiences and expertise with prospective volunteers. Our partner staff in Ghana are friendly, caring and dedicated to ensuring that all volunteers have a rewarding experience.
Qualifications:
No special experience is needed, just enthusiasm and a genuine desire to help.
Minimum Education: High School
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Cost Includes :
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- Food
- Housing
- In-country orientation/Training
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- In-country staff support
- Medical insurance
- Pre-departure orientation/Training
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- Registration fees
- Travel while in host country
- Written materials pre-departure
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Experience Required: no
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Volunteer Types :
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- adult education
- AIDS
- childcare/children
- community development
- community health
- community organizing
- conservation
- curriculum planning
- digging
- education
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- English teaching
- health
- health education
- housing
- literacy
- orphans
- peace
- planting
- primary education
- public education
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- recreation
- reforestation
- teaching
- tree planting
- tutor
- volunteering
- youth
- youth development
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Typical Volunteer: Volunteers are all ages and come from all walks of life, but all share an enthusiasm for learning about other cultures and a genuine desire to contribute to a meaningful service project.
Age Range: 18 +
This Program is open to
American
Participants.
This Program is also open to
Families, Couples and Individuals
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Ghana
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Application Process Involves:
- Phone Interview
- Written Application
Post Services Include:
- Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Greenheart Travel's Mission Statement: Greenheart Travel is a division of the Center for Cultural Interchange. Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Greenheart is CCI's way of promoting the health and welfare of the earth and its people through cultural exchange, ethical travel, responsible consumerism, and community service.
Year Founded: 1985
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