• Good Health And Well-Being

Assistant at our Youth Center

location
4 - 50 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
rating  Excellent 4.8  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • Be creative and organise events and activities for the kids at the Youth Center
  • Experience the Ghanaian way of life - There is no hurry in life!
  • Grow as a person by leaving your comfort zone and learning about a different culture

Highlights

  • Be creative and organise events and activities for the kids at the Youth Center
  • Experience the Ghanaian way of life - There is no hurry in life!
  • Grow as a person by leaving your comfort zone and learning about a different culture
  • Stay at our Volunteer-House with like-minded people and make friends for life
  • Travel an amazingly beautiful country

    • Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    You4Ghana opened a Youth Center where the local kids can meet and do sports, play FIFA or do any other activities that you want to organise for and with them.

    In mid-2019 we opened the You4Ghana-Youth-Center. Since there are hardly any leisure activities in the area, we offer various activities for children of all ages on our facility. There is also the possibility of organizing events such as summer festivals or football tournaments. Mac Ten, the ...

    About the program

    In mid-2019 we opened the You4Ghana-Youth-Center. Since there are hardly any leisure activities in the area, we offer various activities for children of all ages on our facility. There is also the possibility of organizing events such as summer festivals or football tournaments. Mac Ten, the director of the youth center, will help you with the implementation. We have a large outdoor area and a nicely furnished common room. There is a volleyball net and a soccer field nearby. In addition, the activities should be used to locate needy or gifted children and to support or encourage them if necessary. Since the Youth Center is still brand new, we look forward to every helper who wants to help set up the project and contribute their own ideas. Come visit us in Ghana! We are waiting for you and your creativity!

    Typical day

    There won't be a typical day while working at the Youth-Center. After breakfast (6 a.m. - 8 a.m.) you go to your school where you support the teacher with all tasks during the school day (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.). This includes teaching, checking homework and giving private tutoring. During lunch break ...

    Typical day

    There won't be a typical day while working at the Youth-Center. After breakfast (6 a.m. - 8 a.m.) you go to your school where you support the teacher with all tasks during the school day (9 a.m. - 2 p.m.). This includes teaching, checking homework and giving private tutoring. During lunch break (12 p.m. - 1 p.m.) you can come back to the Volunteer-House to eat or you stay at school. After school the volunteers are free to do what they like. There are plenty of hiking trails, a swimming pool, bars and other interesting locations close to our Volunteer-House. Dinner is served at 6 p.m.

    Free-time activities

    Our accommodations are located in the beautiful village of Obomeng. It is part of the Kwahu Highlands in the Eastern part of the country. Since its location is high above sea level, it offers a very pleasant climate for Europeans. During your stay you will be staying either in our volunteer ...

    Free-time activities

    Our accommodations are located in the beautiful village of Obomeng. It is part of the Kwahu Highlands in the Eastern part of the country. Since its location is high above sea level, it offers a very pleasant climate for Europeans. During your stay you will be staying either in our volunteer house or with a host family. The Kwahu Highlands offer plenty of opportunities for day trips. At nearby Lake Volta you can take a boat trip or go swimming. Diverse hiking trails to the peaks of the mountains offer wonderful views over the valleys and the Ghanaian jungle. At the markets in the larger villages, many exciting things can be purchased, and during the rainy season, the numerous waterfalls offer an alternative shower. At Easter, people from all over Ghana come to Kwahu to celebrate the biggest festival of the country. Nothing compares to this crazy event! Anyone planning on coming to Ghana around this time should not miss the Easter celebration.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 - 17:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    Services by You4Ghana e.V.

    Included: Transfer from the airport to the accommodation, Placement in a single/double bedroom or in a host family, 3 meals a day, Electricity and water (can be unreliable in Ghana), Contribution to the projects, Starter package to prepare you for your stay, Support before your departure and throughout your whole stay, Organisation of trips, Ghanaian SIM-Card, Assistance with your visa application and extension, List of your fellow travellers, Certificate after your return

    Airport Pickup at Kotoka International Airport

    Pick up from the airport to the accomodation provided. Driving time: 2-3 hours depending on traffic

    Accommodation

    In our volunteer houses up to 20 people can be accommodated in single or double bedrooms. Showers with running water and electricity are available. In addition, water tanks are available in case of water shortage. The rooms are lockable and equipped with mosquito protection.All houses have common areas for social gatherings and eating together. Located near the volunteer houses there are many bars where you can have a refreshing drink after work or celebrate with the locals on the weekends

    Food & Beverages

    Three meals a day are provided in our accommodations by our cook. She cooks a variation of European and Ghanaian food so you can get used to the Ghanaian cuisine.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site

    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Kotoka International Airport (ACC) in Accra. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ghana. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ghana provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Ghana you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ghana. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    The project can be started at anytime during the year!

    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program fees

    4 weeks (min. stay) 590€
    50 weeks (max. stay) 4,810€
    Average fees 121€/week

    Program fees

    121€ per week 4 - 50 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 50 weeks

    Deposit

    The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.

    Final Payment

    Your final payment will be agreed with You4Ghana e.V. during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.

    Meet your organization

    You4Ghana e.V.

    Excellent 4.8 rating (25 reviews)

    Agency - founded in 2015

    Verified by Volunteer World

      Good response rate

    Coordinated by

    Torben

    Spoken languages: German, English

    About the project

    You4Ghana offers socially committed people the opportunity to participate in volunteer projects in Ghana, while educating them about the Ghanaian culture and lifestyle.

    Meet your organization

    Welcome to You4Ghana! We are happy you found your way to our page. We are offering socially committed people the opportunity to participate in volunteer projects in Ghana, while educating them about the Ghanaian culture and lifestyle.

    According to our motto "Work & Grow", our aim is the long-term improvement of the quality of life of the people in our projects. We specifically focus on supplying people with clean drinking water, the construction of sanitation facilities, supporting the education sector, as well as working with children. At the same time it is important to us to create a dialogue between the volunteers and the residents. By working together in projects, both sides have a lot to learn from each other. Those who approach these people with respect will gain insight into a whole new world.


    We own a volunteer house in which up to 20 volunteers can live together. For those who want to experience the Ghanaian culture and everyday life even more, we also offer accommodation in host families. Whatever you decide, one thing is certain: anyone who undertakes this journey with an open and tolerance attitude will have an unforgettable time and experience incredible things.


    25 reviews · rating4.8

    Meine Zeit in Ghana bei Torben war absolut hervorragend. Die Betreuung und Hilfe vor Ort, um sich um sich im Land zurecht zu finden und eine tolle Zeit zu haben, waren wirklich super. Die Unterkunft im Volunteer House ist wärmstens zu empfehlen, da hier auch viele andere Volunteers (v.a. Deutsche) ...
    I am Svenja from Germany. I study medicin at Ruhr-Universität Bochum and did an internship for 30 days at the Government Hospital in Obomeng. I had an amazing time not only at the hospital but also with the You4Ghana team. It was really easy to organise the trip and they helped me with everything. ..
    Sarah El Khadlaoui rating4.8

    2023 at Hospital Internship for Medical Students & Nurses

    I study medicine in Munich and came across the You4Ghana program through our university homepage. Since I had wanted to do an internship in a hospital in Africa for a long time, the program was very convenient for me. I lived in the volunteer house together with Torben and his family, Uwi and the ...
    Mina Wagner rating4.8

    2023 at Support a Teacher

    It was my first experinece abroad/volunteering abd I had the best six weeks ever. Everything was organized and someone picked me up from the airport. It felt super safe, everyone from the organization was super nice, helpful and always there for me. The work was a lot of fun and it was possible ...
    After thinking about it for a while, I decided to do an internship abroad as part of my medical studies and have not regretted it. Through the internship, I was able to gain an insight into outpatient and inpatient medical care, the examinations and vaccinations of children in remote villages, ...
    We had a wonderful time in Ghana! The organisation supported us before, during and after our stay, cared for us and made the experience unforgettable! During the weekends and the time after our volunteer work, we were able to explore, see and visit a lot of beautiful places in Ghana and met amazing ...

    Location

    Africa > Western Africa > Ghana > Obo

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