Description

Working at an orphanage in Ghana is likely to be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of your life. In orphanages and homes, volunteers assist in caring for destitute and abandoned children and orphans, some of whom have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS. The care tasks include washing, assisting in cooking, bathing the children, feeding, dressing and organising activities. Volunteers in Ghana can also assist with English language teaching and other subjects. There may be building and repair work to be done at the orphanage or school, volunteers assistance with this will be greatly appreciated.

Highlights

* Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organisation that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world.

* Since Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organization, it is one of the most affordable ways to help out in a developing country while being immersed in the local culture.

* The volunteers in Ghana are fortunate as they have the opportunity to live with a local family within close proximity of the volunteer project location. Getting to experience cultural immersion within a Ghanaian family makes one's stay in Ghana uniquely memorable. The family will be on hand to help you and also show you around the local area.

* All newly arrived volunteers receive a full orientation to prepare them for their stay in Ghana, including an introduction to their host family and help with familiarisation within the local community..

* The weekends allow you an opportunity to visit local attractions or perhaps take a trip out of the city to some of Ghana's beaches, the Digya National Park or the famous Lake Volta (the world's largest lake by surface area).

Qualifications

Volunteers in Ghana should be at least 18 year old and speak English to at least intermediate level. Younger volunteers may be accepted if accompanied by an adult. The most important thing is to have an adventurous and generous spirit.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Prices starting at USD 400 for 2 weeks.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Includes accommodation, food, an airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Other
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Love Volunteers's Mission Statement

We are a not-for-profit organization that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world. Whether you're planning a week helping a local community as you travel around a country, six months learning the local language, or putting your gap year to good use, Love Volunteers has a program that will give you the best possible experience.

Year Founded

2009