Counseling Volunteering in Ghana

Find out why more and more people are choosing to become a Love Volunteer! Love Volunteers is the most affordable way to volunteer and help local communities in developing countries! Why are we cheaper than other organisations? Firstly, we are just a handful of passionate people working hard to help volunteers and local communities around the world. We don't have huge overheads - no company cars, no downtown office - we're just volunteers who knew we could do a better job. Secondly, we work with local organisations wherever we can to keep administration costs to a minimum and also to feed as much money and skills into the local communities where we operate. All of Love Volunteers partner organisations have been fully vetted to ensure that, not only does a genuine need for assistance exist, but that the environments that we place our volunteers are safe and of high quality. Choose from one or more of our 200+ amazing community-based programs in 37 developing countries around the world. Every program has been personally visited by one of our dedicated staff members and is regularly audited to ensure it meets our high standards in terms of safety, sustainability, and local impact.

Are you a Psychology, Mental Health, or Social Work student looking for hands-on experience that will enhance your studies and career prospects? This unique opportunity is ideal for university students, graduates, and master's students seeking field experience, research opportunities, and professional development in a global setting. Our volunteer programmes provide essential, practical experience while allowing you to make a real impact in developing communities on Ghana's south coast. Gain experience in the mental health units of general hospitals, work with children on their mentoring and wellbeing, head into the community to tackle stigma, and work under doctors and nurses in a psychiatric hospital — all while immersing yourself in Ghanaian culture!

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose. Since being founded in 1992, more than 130,000 volunteers have traveled to over 20 destinations around the world. Our programs will make you step out of your comfort zone and engage with your new friends from around the world. These are long-term projects, led by local people and aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. By taking part in our programs, even for a short time, you will be contributing towards a sustained effort to support the communities that host us! We believe no other provider offers the safety and security to their volunteers and interns that we do. You'll receive 24-hour staff support from our trained staff, alongside a gold standard of safety planning of your trip - so you don't have to worry about a thing. Choose a project you are passionate about from working with children to medical internship, conservation, and wildlife volunteering. We offer projects starting at one week in over 20 stunning destinations across Asia, Africa, Latin America & The Caribbean, South Pacific & Europe. Ready to make a difference? Follow the link to visit our website!

Platinum International School (PIS), located in the vibrant city of East Legon, Accra, Ghana, invites passionate and dedicated volunteers from around the world to be part of our mission to nurture the next generation of changemakers. At PIS, we blend the best of global education standards with African cultural pride, offering a unique and meaningful volunteer experience. As a volunteer, you will support our academic and co-curricular programs, helping children aged 3 months to 8 years develop critical skills in literacy, numeracy, science, ICT, and leadership. Volunteers also have the opportunity to assist with our special programs, such as Coding & Robotics, Ballet, Abacus Math, and Swimming.

Volunteer in Ghana with St. Miracle Works Educational Foundation (SMWEF) and support women and girls from disadvantaged backgrounds. This program focuses on empowering destitute women and young girls in rural communities by providing guidance, support, and life skills training. Volunteers work alongside grassroots women’s associations, clubs, and groups to launch income-generating activities and develop sustainable solutions for the daily challenges these women face. Your role includes training participants in valuable life and entrepreneurial skills, and contributing to research that explores new ways to combat poverty. No specific qualifications are needed—just a willingness and enthusiasm to help uplift women in need. The goal is to foster self-sufficiency and confidence, helping women become independent decision-makers and active members of their communities. As a volunteer, you will: • Teach life skills such as healthy eating • Initiate income-generating activities • Promote self-independence • Encourage self-empowerment • Offer support and guidance • Help develop micro-businesses and small loans Want to know more? Click “Inquire Here” and get involved today!