Description

Why Learn French in Africa?
Learning French in Africa is an excellent option if you want to make development in Africa part of a long term career.

There are over thirty French speaking countries in Africa. Far fewer development professionals speak French than English. By learning French you are greatly increasing your options for development related work in Africa. Not only is it an advantage, it is normally required for development work with the United Nations, Medecins Sans Frontieres, & The Red Cross in Francophone Africa and Haiti.

French proficiency combined with development experience in African communities is an invaluable asset.

Highlights

In Douala you can learn French while volunteering.

Whether you are starting with the basics or building upon previous French knowledge, you can take classes with us. Once in-country, you will write a placement test to determine your current level of French and be taught accordingly.

You will learn French in an individual or small group setting (1-5 students). All teachers are university-trained French teachers. You will learn through reading & writing, the use of media, and field trips where you are guided in actively practicing your French.

Standard French class is two hours, three times per week. Intensive French class is two hours, five times per week.

Languages

• French

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• French

Cost in US$:

Varies upon program options. Please visit our website for up to date pricing information.

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Registration fees
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Aids
• Community Development
• Orphans
• Street Kids
• Volunteering

Typical Volunteer

-Between the ages of 20 & 30 with a desire to learn or improve French. -Many have the goal of working in Africa in the future, especially with Medecins Sans Frontieres, Red Cross, or United Nations. -College & university students, young professionals

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of up to three people

Scholarships are Available

Media Matters Award We offer awards of up to 300 USD to defray the costs of volunteering abroad. Applicants must demonstrate a desire to contribute to our online community in the long term through various forms of media. Types of media include but are not limited to blogging, photography, online articles, and video content. Other forms of media which can be transferred for viewing online, for example painting, drawing, and sketching, are also possible. We welcome innovative ideas. Successful applicants have a clear and well-organized plan regarding what media they will create, and demonstrate a commitment and proven ability to complete their media project. Application Deadlines: March 15th, June 15th, September 15th, December 15th

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 days

The Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement

To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.

Year Founded

2009