GVA Journalism

  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: on going

Description: Reporter/proof reader

Highlights: GVA Journalism abroad placement can set you on the right track. On our Print Journalism placements, you don't only get an insider's view of how publications are run; you get the chance to put together a portfolio.

Alternatively, a Radio or News Paper journalism placement will provide you with an array of tapes and a host of broadcasting or production experience.

If you are already a working journalist, a GVA Abroad placement can broaden your horizons and enhance your CV with work experience in a different culture and society, or maybe a different medium.

Whatever placement you choose, you will get an insight into the workings of the media in a new cultural and political setting. This can mean working with local journalists for whom being a member of the Press is not just a job, but a commitment that places them at the cutting edge.

The capital of Ghana, Accra is an incredible place to either start or broaden your career in journalism. As the centre of politics and official life in a key democratic West African state, there is always a something going on.

Print Journalism
Working for a newspaper in Ghana will give you experience of a busy newsroom, the skills to cope with deadlines and exacting editors, and the chance to experience life at the heart of Accra. You'll also go home with a unique portfolio and a new understanding of the relationships between media, politics and audience.
Placements are available with a variety of private dailies including The Statesman. The Chronicle and The Daily Guide. Armed with a press pass, it is up to you and your editor what you investigate these papers carry both news items and editorial. We advise you to read up on West African life before you arrive so you are fully prepared. This is a great programme for volunteers interested in politics and social issues, though you may even find yourself at a football match-reporting on a game.

Radio Journalism
Some stations offer mainly talk-based shows, while others focus on community programming, news and music. Take part in a radio journalism placement and you could find yourself on air on your first or second day depending on your impressing reports.

All are broadcast to a large audience and are very popular-volunteers have been recognized on the streets of Accra from the sound of their voices. You might help produce a show, read news, participate in debates and talk shows or go out on the streets and gather the views of locals. Be eager and interested and you'll be rewarded with a variety of work and lots of tapes to take home.

Qualifications: College/University

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 600

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: The volunteers must be fit and strong and well behaved.

Age Range: 18

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

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Global Volunteers Africa's Mission Statement: Our main objective is promoting Global Understanding/Inter-cultural programs and to work for togetherness to make the World a better place for all through Youth Mobility. Global Volunteers Africa (GVA) acts as a support structure to assist rural and urban dwellers in the areas of education, health, empowerment of women, and to promote cultural diversity programmes. We work with all ages, genders, and all ethnic groups in Ghana, especially at the rural level. Global Volunteers Africa (GVA) does projects that are always in co-operation with the local community, and always in a section where the volunteers can make a real positive impact towards the local communities, by encouraging the work initiated by GVA and the volunteers.

Year Founded: 2006