Description

In this Global PeaceMakers program, volunteers from Ghana, the US, Sierra Leone, Europe, and Cote d'Ivoire and more will collaborate with local community members to initiate a community poultry farm. Service For Peace has been working in the partner Community of Peace of Assin Manso for over a year.

Global PeaceMakers projects bring together young adults from nations throughout the world and the world in an effort to offer models for intercultural cooperation through service.

The GPM is a service-learning project with a special focus on building personal leadership and peacemaking skills through service. Also woven into the schedule is time to see and experience the local culture and beautiful landscapes of Ghana - a fascinating culture that is sure to leave a mark on your heart.

Join us for a transformational experience in peacemaking, with participants from different cultures and traditions coming together as one family.

Want to know more? Please contact us.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

750 USD

Cost Includes:

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

Program Fees Include:

The program fee covers room & board, in-country transportation, service and program materials, cultural and recreational activities, clean drinking water, 24-hour local and US staff accompaniment, and more. Volunteer program fees not only helps the staff at each respective country sustain their offices but it helps them continue the US volunteers work in the communities with local volunteers as well.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

16+

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Guest House

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 15-25

Application Process Involves

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 day

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Service For Peace's Mission Statement

Service For Peace is an independent nonprofit organization providing intensive service learning opportunities through ongoing community development programs throughout the world. We bring together people and partners of diverse faiths, ethnicities, nationalities, generations, and cultures to address urgent social needs in selected communities.

Year Founded

2003