Description

Volunteers will mainly help with promoting literacy to the children that arrive at the library each day. Volunteers will work one on one with the children to help them read and understand the books. There are many different levels of reading books in the library and volunteers will help choose books based on ability.

Volunteers will also coordinate group reading programs. They may read a story out loud, or have the children take turns reading in a group. They may also help children create their own stories and illustrations to go with them!
Twice a week, the library offers literacy classes to adults. Volunteers can assist the library staff with teaching these adults. They will help them learn to read and will also be involved with simple mathematics. Most of the adults that come to the library are market workers and are seeking help with money exchange.

French speaking volunteers are especially welcome! The library has a selection of French language books that are available for volunteers to use. Some of the children have a special interest in French and this would be a great opportunity for French speaking volunteers to share their knowledge and love for the language!

Volunteers are encouraged to create their own programs. Educational games and activities are always welcome. These can be centered around counting, weather, days of the week, etc. Volunteers can also help with sports programs and recreational activities.

Highlights

The Nima Maamobi Gale Community Library, opened in 1998 in Accra, offering literacy classes for all and numerous outreach activities including football for girls and boys. Nutritional diets, hygiene and scholarship programs meet specific needs while arts and crafts, dancing and drumming groups plus a childrens choir offer opportunities for personal expression and outlets for community involvement. Volunteers will be mainly involved in the literacy programs but will also be able to assist in other areas.

Qualifications

Volunteers who speak English or French are required at this placement. A background in teaching or leading children's activities is useful, but not essential.

Minimum Education

High School

Intern Types

• Library & Info Science

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3,245 for 8 weeks; USD 205 each additional wk.

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Upon arrival in country our staff will pick you up at the airport and return you to our Orientation Center for a safety briefing and general country orientation. For this program you are required to complete one - 4 weeks of language training and orientation which is included in the cost of the program. At the end of that week you will transfer to your placement to begin volunteering. Our staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should you require help of any kind.

Experience Required

yes

Volunteers should be patient, enthusiastic, outgoing, and have a love for children.

Volunteer Types

• Education
• Literacy

Typical Volunteer

We believe everyone can contribute by volunteering. Recent graduates from high school, college or university, professionals taking a career break, recent retirees, individuals or groups who are interested in a change and the chance to enrich their own life and the lives of others. If you are 18 years or older you can apply for any of the placements available. If you are from 16-18 years old you may apply for placements near our Volunteer Abroad Office and Residence, so that we are able to give you more support. Both students and professionals are needed for placements in all our countries.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of Depends on the placement

Application Process Involves

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

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hrs

Basecamp International Centers's Mission Statement

We believe international volunteering promotes cross-cultural learning that helps create global awareness, understanding between cultures and provides the platform for positive change. Our volunteers have taught in schools, provided disaster relief support for the International Red Cross, conducted essential research to improve the management strategies of threatened environments, built homes for impoverished people, provided vocational training and programs for street kids and have worked in co-operation with hundreds of local organizations to distribute aid and improve the quality of life for people throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Year Founded

1998