
Teresa Trigo Pereira
Atlas Volunteers
AlumniFor me, going abroad means many things: getting to know a new culture, a different continent (if that is the case), different people, and having the c...
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Volunteer World
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Volunteer in Ghana and discover the 'Africa for beginners' with its beautiful beaches, colonial cities and natural treasures. Dive right in to learn about the people and the culture in a different way. Join an education project or do an internship at a hospital or healthcare project. Whatever your s
Future For Africa
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As a volunteer in our school project, you will teach children aged 3–15 at Yikene Primary School in Bolga. Volunteers may choose from English Language, Arithmetic, or ICT—our most popular subjects. You will work under the supervision of a trained teacher, with class sizes ranging from 20 to 35 stude
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
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Travel to Ghana, a culturally rich country that boasts of diverse wildlife, beautiful beaches, and—let's not forget—friendly locals. Join our six-week program and experience just how vibrant this West African nation is. At the same time, make a hugely positive impact through volunteering. OGVO’s Re
See All 3 ProgramsHear what past participants have to say about their experiences
Program: School Teaching Assistant
I spent a month in Bolgatanga (Ghana) with Future 4 Afrika in a Education program. I went to a school and gave classes to the children in the morning and we did other different activities in the afternoon, like going to orphanages to spend time and play with the kids. It was certainly the best experience for my life and I recommend it to everybody! It made me change my way of seeing life. All the people working in this NGO are angels and the took care of us like we were family. I can’t wait to come back!!!



Program: School Teaching Assistant
the best experience of my life❤️ spending time with the children, teaching them and having the opportunity to see the Ghanaian culture and its reality is something I will never forget. I totally recommend Future4africa since they helped and accompanied us from the very first moment, they are so awesome people!!!



Program: School Teaching Assistant
I spent almost four weeks at Future4Africa and truly enjoyed my time there. During this period, I gained many new experiences and had the opportunity to work both in the primary school and in the community with the children in the afternoons. The time with them was incredibly rewarding and brought me a lot of joy. A special thanks goes to Joshua and Samuel, who put so much effort into making my stay unforgettable. They not only organized everything perfectly but also took me on trips to show me the country, its culture, and the beautiful nature. This gave me a very authentic insight and made my stay even more valuable. I can highly recommend Future4Africa to anyone who would like to get to know a new culture, work with children, and at the same time make a positive impact.



Program: School Teaching Assistant
J'ai vécu ce dernier mois la plus belle expérience de ma vie. Nous avons été entourées de personnes bienveillantes dans chacune de nos missions, qui nous ont accompagnées de façon à vivre notre expérience de la façon la plus impactante et bénéfique possible. Les missions proposées étaient très intéressantes, nous avons la liberté de proposer des activités & autres occupations, nous étions très libres dans nos propositions ! À côté de cela, l'association se souciait chaque jour de notre humeur, notre journée et notre ressenti, et elle a tenu un rôle accompagnateur réellement présent. Nous avons pu faire des rencontres incroyables, et passer des moments d'échange que nous ne pourrons oublier. Nous avons aussi eu la chance de découvrir de nombreux endroits du Ghana, et d'en apprendre plus sur les cultures locales. Je n'ai qu'une hâte, c'est de revenir, pour continuer de travailler avec eux sur les nombreux projets qu'ils ont pour l'avenir, pour toutes ces personnes qu'ils aident au quotidien ! Merci future for africa 🙏🏼 *** english *** This last month has been the best experience of my life. We were surrounded by caring people on each of our missions, who helped us to live our experience in the most impactful and beneficial way possible. The missions proposed were very interesting, we had the freedom to propose activities & other occupations, we were very free in our proposals! On top of that, the association was very attentive to our mood, our day and how we felt, and played a really supportive role. We were able to meet some incredible people, and spend some unforgettable moments of exchange. We also had the chance to discover many parts of Ghana, and learn more about the local cultures. I can't wait to come back and continue working with them on the many projects they have for the future, for all the people they help on a daily basis! Thank you future for africa 🙏🏼



Program: School Teaching Assistant
My experience in Ghana was extremely positive and enriching. I carried out several missions related to education, water supply, and the construction of sustainable, affordable houses adapted to the hot climate. The association provided excellent support and comfortable living conditions, making my integration easy. The local community welcomed me warmly and showed great appreciation for my work. This experience allowed me to discover a new culture, develop new skills, and contribute to meaningful projects. I am very happy to have supported this association and its valuable work for local communities.



Program: School Teaching Assistant
My experience as a School Teaching Assistant with Future For Africa has been a valuable and rewarding opportunity to develop my teaching, communication, and classroom management skills. I enjoyed supporting teachers, assisting learners with their educational activities, and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. This experience has strengthened my patience, teamwork, and commitment to helping students achieve their academic goals. I am grateful for the opportunity and the knowledge gained.

Program: School Teaching Assistant
My time here was a rewarding experience that allowed me to support both teachers and students in a practical way. I assisted in classroom activities, helped students understand lessons, and provided one-on-one support to those who needed extra attention. This role strengthened my patience, communication skills, and ability to work with children from different learning backgrounds. I also helped prepare learning materials and supported classroom management, which made lessons run more smoothly. Seeing students improve in confidence and participation was the most fulfilling part of the experience. Overall, the role helped me grow personally and professionally, while contributing positively to the learning environment and student progress.
Program: School Teaching Assistant
I spent three weeks volunteering as a Teaching Assistant at Yikene Primary School, and it has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. During this time, I worked closely with teachers to support classroom activities and helped students with their lessons, reading, and general learning needs. The experience allowed me to connect deeply with the students and understand the realities of education at the community level. Despite limited resources, the children were eager to learn, curious, and incredibly welcoming. Being part of their daily school routine and seeing their confidence grow was truly fulfilling. This project not only strengthened my teaching and communication skills but also gave me a new perspective on the impact of education and community-based support. I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute, even in a small way, and I will always carry the lessons and memories from Bolgatanga with me.
Alumni and staff share what it's really like to go abroad

Teresa Trigo Pereira
Atlas Volunteers
AlumniFor me, going abroad means many things: getting to know a new culture, a different continent (if that is the case), different people, and having the c...
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Clara Ela
Atlas Volunteers
AlumniI had just graduated high school and had no idea of what I wanted to do with my life. I didn't want to continue studying right away and decided to loo...
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Nicky Szewczykowski
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
AlumniMy boyfriend and I have been together for 5 years now. I always wanted to do something like this, explore the world with the local community and help ...
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Monica McClintock
A Broader View Volunteers Corp
AlumniOne of my passions is traveling to all parts of the world, and as a part of my graduate thesis in 2016, I interviewed many volunteers who traveled abr...
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Amanda Silva
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
AlumniI had always wanted to go abroad and volunteer in Africa for a while. I love being able to help people and make an impact on the lives of others.
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Alex Rabinowitz
United Planet
AlumniI chose to go abroad to really push myself. I would describe myself as quite a shy person, so what better way to force myself out of my comfort zone t...
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Kenzie Lane
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
AlumniI had a real rough couple of years where I didn't know what I wanted to do exactly. I knew I wanted to be a nurse, but I didn't know how I could use m...
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Liam O’Brien
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
AlumniI had never been overseas before and wanted to go somewhere interesting like West Africa.
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Victoria Sunseri
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
AlumniHaving a humanitarian-driven heart means that I want to use my life to serve others. As such, I originally intended to travel to Ghana in order to com...
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Alex Godfrey
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
AlumniA typical vague, diplomatic response to this question would be along the lines of: “to fulfill a sense of global responsibility by learning about and ...
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Haley Matthews
United Planet
AlumniI studied abroad in Wales in 2013 and also traveled to quite a few different European countries. Since that journey, I have wanted to travel and see d...
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Gina Speedy
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
AlumniI have always wanted to volunteer and was looking for a new travel experience. At the time, I was between jobs which meant I could go for a decent len...
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Kirsten Harris
Love Volunteers
AlumniI had volunteered before and after travelling extensively in 2012, I vowed that the next travel experiences I had would include volunteering on some l...
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