Volunteer Abroad in Ghana Africa - Volunteering Overseas

  Ghana

Ho,  Hohoe,  Rural Areas

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Flexible start & end date

Description: A Broader View programs include orphanages, teaching English and vocational skills, HIV/AIDS awareness, and medical projects in rural villages throughout the Volta Region and in Agona Nkwanta the Western Region.

Highlights: Ghana is a proud and safe country steeped in rich cultural history and tradition. It is the first African nation to win its independence, over 50 years ago. The official language of Ghana is English, and there are direct flights from New York and London. Ghana has a diverse natural heritage which is rich in dense tropical rainforests, unique eco-systems, crocodile ponds, coastal wetlands, beautiful beaches, botanical gardens and the world largest manmade lake, Lake Volta.

Qualifications: A Broader View Volunteers should be 17 years old, fluent in English, flexible and open minded adventurers.
Health care volunteers are required to be medical professionals, or medical/nursing students.

Cost in US$: Starts at $820 for 1 or 2 weeks

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Globally-minded individuals searching for a unique travel experience; Young adults, college students, professionals and retirees interested in learning about life in a non-western culture.

Age Range: 17 years and older

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

A Broader View Volunteers's Mission Statement: A Broader View Volunteers is a US based non-profit organization in Pennsylvania. It was created on a belief that one person can make a difference in the lives of others. We are devoted to the support and improvement of communities in need. We offer volunteer travel placements in developing countries which support local organizations in low income communities. Our community-based projects allow volunteers to live and work side by side with local people in a range of fields such as orphanage work, day care, community development, conservation, ecological projects, teaching and much more. With our volunteer projects, we offer travelers the opportunity to explore a new country while taking part in meaningful, rewarding service work.

Year Founded: 2007