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  Ghana

• Accra: 
Accra

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Programs generally start on Monday of each week. A typical program ranges from 4 to 6 weeks.

Description: World Endeavors volunteers will assist local communities in Ghana with projects that focus on community development. Activities may include home or school renovation or may involve efforts to support sustainable eco-tourism in rural areas. Ghana is a coastal country in West Africa with regions of dense rainforest, dry savannah and grassy plains. Once a British colony, Ghana is known for its thriving tribal culture, rich exports of gold and cocoa, and beautiful terrain. Despite its amazing landscape and rich culture, the nation still relies heavily on international aid to provide basic needs to some of its poorer citizens. World Endeavors volunteer programs are in areas where help is needed the most.

Participants can choose when they would like to start and the duration of their volunteer program. A typical program ranges from 4 to 6 weeks.

Highlights: Upon arrival in Ghana, volunteers are met at the airport and taken to their temporary accommodations in Accra. They will receive an orientation that will familiarize them with the local area, the Ghanaian culture, and their program. Afterwards, volunteers travel to their project site where they will be introduced to their host family and their project.

Once the placement begins, participants will receive an additional mini-orientation at the project site that focuses on project opportunities and responsibilities. English is the national language, but many languages are spoken in Ghana. While not everyone is fluent in English, it is not necessary that you have any knowledge of any language other than English prior to your placement.

Qualifications / Skills Needed: Volunteering in Ghana requires flexibility and patience. Individuals should be self-starters, who genuinely respect the people of Ghana and their culture.

Language: English

Cost in US$: Please visit our website.

Cost Includes: * Pre-departure packet to prepare you for your placement * World Endeavors support for any of your pre-trip questions * In-country travel coordination including airport reception * Accommodations (3 meals a day with a local family) * Support from local World Endeavors representatives * Orientation upon arrival * Guided tour of the local area * Volunteer placement * 24X7 Emergency phone support

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer Projects: community centers, community development, community health, community organizing, consciousness-raising, English teaching, gender issues, grassroots organization, health education, organizational development, orphans, teaching, volunteering, women and youth

Typical Volunteer: Volunteering in Ghana requires flexibility and patience. Individuals should be self-starters, who genuinely respect the people of Ghana and their culture. Volunteers go to Ghana to share their time and energy with the people, to experience the Ghanaian culture first hand, and to grow as citizens of the planet.

Age Range: Age 18 and older.

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

Typical Living Arrangement: Home-stays

Participants Travel to Ghana Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

World Endeavors's Mission Statement: World Endeavors is a provider of unique international volunteer, internship, and study programs. Our mission is to become a catalyst for positive change in our community and the world through quality international programs.