HIV & AIDS Programs Volunteer

  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

  Kenya

Machakos,  Mombasa,  Nairobi,  Nakuru

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months, 7-12 months, 1-2 years and over 2 years
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: open all year round

Description: The impact of AIDS is deepening and getting worse as the economy continues to struggle; the need for action now to prevent its further spread is urgent. HIV/AIDS projects in Ghana aim at the effective control and management of HIV/AIDS, and provide support for those affected by the disease

As a volunteer you can help care for people with HIV/AIDS. Casualties from HIV/AIDS related deaths are reversing the quality of life in many communities. HIV/AIDS is continuing to spread and is increasing poverty. The level of intervention is at its lowest and prejudice is at its highest. Volunteers work at special clinics for AIDS patients providing care and support and directly with local community based organization providing support, counseling and programs for people living with HIV/AIDS.

Highlights:
* You offer care and support for HIV/AIDS infected children and people
* Engage in educational and training activities meant to increase awareness and stop the epidemic of HIV/AIDS in Africa
* Assist in vocational training for the HIV infected persons who have either lost their jobs or unemployed
* Home and school visitation for the children who are rendered Orphans or vulnerable due the the direct and indirect effect of the HIV/AIDS on them
* Other activities set out by the community based organization shall be among your responsibilities
*Organizations who work on the HIV/AIDS problem have established different community outreach programs such as hospital care, recreational and educational programs, voluntary counseling and testing, and educational seminars and conferences on the virus within the local community. Volunteers help is very needy in all of these activities.

Qualifications: Anybody can volunteer in this program as long as you are 16 years or more. It is regardless of your profession, skill or experience. You can volunteer as a team or an individual. Your service is highly needed. However you should understand that you will not do anything that may stigmatize any of the people you meet in the course of your work. You need to have an open mind and a willing heart.

Cost in US$: starts from $800.00

Experience Required: no

Age Range: 16 years to 65 years

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

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Elghana's Mission Statement: Our vision is continuously building capacities, facilitating development, eradicating ignorance, creating beams of hope, advocating for the voiceless and stretching arms to the less privileged through the participatory efforts of volunteers. Having in mind that most of our volunteers are students and are also contributing a valuable time of their lives, we are definitely your preffered choice. Volunteer in Africa (Ghana and Kenya). Options: - Healthcare, Orphanage, Teaching, Disabled rehabilitation, HIV and AIDS

Year Founded: 2001