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Sports - Empowering Young Girls through Cycling in Africa

by: Our Generation Voluntary Organisation

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This is a growing community-based sports initiative dedicated to empowering young girls through cycling, particularly in indoor cycling (home trainer competitions) and grass track cycling development. The idea is to promote confidence, discipline, leadership, and healthy living among girls while creating pathways for talent identification and international exposure. Volunteers will benefit from: A unique opportunity to empower young girls through sport in a developing community Hands-on experience in grassroots sports development in Africa Cultural exchange and immersion in the rich traditions of the Volta Region The chance to create real and lasting impact in the lives of young athletes Participation in vibrant community events and competitions Our community is welcoming, safe, and deeply appreciative of international collaboration. Volunteers will not only share their knowledge but also gain unforgettable experiences and lifelong connections.

Program Highlights

Work with local professional cycling coaches to help disadvantaged young girls improve their skills and confidence.

Contribute towards the UN’s sustainable development goal no.4 – Education

Learn from coaches the correct techniques and strategies, as well as basic first aid and lesson planning.

Embrace Ghanaian culture with drumming and dancing evening activities.

Plan weekend activities with other volunteers

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Ghana
Starts At: $600-900, $900-1250, $1250-1500, $1500-2000, $2000-$5000, $5000+
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement: 14+
Types & Subjects
Adventure Types:
  • Cycling
  • Dancing
  • Eco Tours
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Hiking
  • Homestay
  • Photography
  • Safari
  • Soccer & Football
  • Sports
  • Student Tours
  • Summer Camp
  • Tours
  • Trekking
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Jun 11, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Ghana

Types and Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Cycling
  • Dancing
  • Eco Tours
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Hiking
  • Homestay
  • Photography
  • Safari
  • Soccer & Football
  • Sports
  • Student Tours
  • Summer Camp
  • Tours
  • Trekking

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Age Requirement

14+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

$600-900, $900-1250, $1250-1500, $1500-2000, $2000-$5000, $5000+

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • In-Country Orientation
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Guest House
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living
  • Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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