Rewarding and Challenging Work with Orphaned Pre-School Children in Ghana

  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Throughout the Year

Description: You'll be involved in a variety of activities, such as playtime, feeding, basic teaching, helping children from a mixture of social backgrounds, aged between 1 to 5 year to learn basic numerical and English skills, drawing, painting, music and also facilitating games.

Your help will go a long way to giving the children a better start in life, assisting with day-to-day care, teaching and social interaction as well as providing a safe environment for the children to be in.

The school desperately need volunteers to look after these children. You dont need to be qualified to take part on this project, just a big heart and a desire to provide care and support. This is a very worthwhile and beneficial placement - truly a unique opportunity to make a difference!!

WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM DOING THIS PLACEMENT:
** An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into African culture.
** The immense satisfaction of knowing that you've helped underprivileged children and helped to give them a better start in life.
** You'll learn a lot from experts in your field about how they work in a cultural environment that's different to what you're used to.
** New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
** An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
** And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

Travellers makes donations to most of our poorer schools (and also some that we don't work directly with). Sometimes we sponsor the children's education by paying their school fees, or we provide money directly to the school. We also buy necessities, such as food, books, uniforms, computers and other teaching aids for the kids.

Highlights: AKWAABA! Welcome to Ghana. This country is unique and rich in African culture that is all their own. Their very distinctive and colourful Kente cloth is famous around the world and their food is an experience - you absolutely must eat lunch in the street bought from a kiosk or food cart.

Ghanaian time is equally famous. When someone says, "See you at 10.a.m.," - what he really means is, "I'll see you sometime tomorrow"! And then he may not turn up at all. The pace of life is slower and more relaxed. You'll quickly get involved in the daily life of the local people and pretty soon you'll feel completely at home - Ghana has that effect on you!

OTHER PROJECTS AVAILABLE IN GHANA:
You can also do Teaching Sports, Work Experience or Internships, Care with a Street Girls Aid Project, or take part in the Annual Travellers Summer Fun Camp for the children in the holidays. You can also combine any two or three of these projects to give you an even wider and more diverse experience of your time in Ghana.

"Walking to Sambel is probably one of the most amazing things ever! You walk up from the house on Mosuku Road and people from everywhere are shouting out "Obruni" but you just give them a smile, ask them how they are and they feel respected. I mean, at home, people wouldn't give you a second look but you don't mind the curiosity of the kids, who come rushing to your feet and grab at your arms and just continuously tug or pinch your skin... you truly feel as though you are doing something fantastic for the kids we have taught." Jonathan Childs, Travellers Volunteer.

WHAT TO DO NEXT:
Talk to us - We're there to help you.

Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!

If you'd like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us, tell us what type of project you're looking for, and we'll liaise with you and start making your travel adventure happen. Its as easy as that!

Qualifications: No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm and a love of children! Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 17 years old upwards, and all nationalities.

Cost in US$: Varies between projects, but starts at USD 1,100 for two weeks. You can participate for up to one year.

Pre-departure youll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: This placement would suit people who want to make a real difference, who want first-hand experience of real African culture and who have initiative. No qualifications or previous experience are necessary, just a good dose of enthusiasm!

Age Range: 17 to 70+ years old! All Welcome

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement: Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded: 1995