Teach on Beach is currently 100% non-profit volunteer
organization in Ghana, Africa. The organization provides education, love and
basic necessities of life, food, clothing and shelter to those students that
are in need. TOB international is a team of like-minded individuals with a
common goal of equal education for all. We believe in empowering and inspiring
youth in developing countries through education and cultural exchange.
Teach on the Beach has worked with over 500 volunteers
from around the world who are interested in working hard to make an impact in
the lives of our students. Volunteers will focus on teaching in only the
After-School classes and the News Hour program. Volunteering at our local or
private school in the community but this is also an option. Volunteer’s serve
as a tool for social change in the fields of education, creative arts, music,
dance and technology. We have managed volunteers from around the world and we
will help you get the best service and support from our team members. We will
help you connect with our students personally and make your experience in Ghana
something you will never forget. We will help you every step of the way! “Live,
love, experience, teach Ghana!”
Who we are?
In 2004 Aaron Adler and Alison Hannon met during a study abroad in Ghana.
They shared a taste for adventure and need to get off campus and experience the
West African country firsthand and meet its people, but their program didn’t
offer them any opportunities to get off the beaten path.
Just before they met, Alison had been invited by an organization called
Madanfopa, ‘my good friend’ in Twi, to teach in a tiny little after school
classroom. She braved a trek into the unknown slum of Madina, down dirt roads
lined with shacks and trash, to find a group of children that had a real thirst
for learning. She offered to bring Aaron with her, there were so many children
and no one to teach them. Aaron accepted the chance to venture into the real
Africa.
Aaron and Ali bonded with a group of children from Madina and continued to
teach them during their study abroad. While their study abroad would end, the
two decided to return to Ghana, coordinating it so one of them, or someone else
they had recruited to help teach, would be around to continue working with the
children from Madina.
In 2007 Aaron found a charitable organization to fund and expand their
work. With the invaluable help of Mike Wagner, Aaron managed the construction
of an orphanage/community center and a school north of Kumasi, Ghana’s second
city. Aaron and Ali invited the students they taught in Madina to join them in
Kumasi and for two years they all worked as a team to teach many more children.
After school programs with junior high schoolers teaching primary students and
our very successful NewsHour program were started during these two years.
Unfortunately, after two years with this organization’s funding, it was
inexplicable torn away from Aaron, Ali, Mike and the over 20 students to whom
they extended scholarships and nurtured 24/7 like parents. Aankit Patel had
joined the group as a volunteer as this happened. Together the team moved into
Habitat for Humanity houses and continued running teaching programs in
partnership with the local school, funding the student scholarships and other
operations out of their own pockets.
However due to the Ebola outbreak in 2014, the organization suffered a
major setback in running and sustaining itself. A lot of challenges were faced
by the organization both internally and externally. The team and trained
scholars have never given up their hope or vision of the organization. Their
love for their people continues to grow and so does the reputation of Teach on
the Beach! We are proud to say it is one of the top 10 places to volunteer in
Ghana!
What we do?
It is important that we have an impact on different
layers within the community. For that reason we focus on the future: the
children. We ensure that children have access to education and resources to
continue their school career. In addition, we take care of the children in our
building by supporting them in basic needs such as love, food and drinks. A
successful school career requires support on different levels. For example te
children can do their homework with us and we try to give them the facilities
and possibilities to do it succesfully. We also provide scholarships.
Where we work?
Busua (Ghana) is
a beach resort and fishing village in
the Ahanta West District of the Western Region in Ghana, about 30
kilometers west of the regional capital, Sekondi-Takoradi in
the Gulf of Guinea. Busua is
classified in the category of towns with more than 5,000 inhabitants, with a
paved road from Sekondi to
reach the town. The inhabitants speak the Akan language dialect Ahanta Busua fishing village is known for blue marlin and tuna fishery.
Ghana is currently a
very safe, stable country
with relatively low crime levels compared to other West African
countries. The risk of Malaria is high throughout the
whole of Ghana. Because of
the very high risk of malaria in Ghana antimalarials are advised.
Our mission/vision:
Like Nelson Mandela once
said:“Education is
the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” We believe
this is what we have to do to make a change and impact lives.
Our goals:
Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) is our education
goal. It aims to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong
learning opportunities for all.”
Who are we looking for?
we are looking for you if
you:
- are enthusiastic
- be patient and decisive
- have an affinity with
education
- are convinced that you can
make an impact
- you dare to take
responsibility
- you like to live on one of
the most beautiful beaches in Ghana and join the community
Why choose us?
We know that there are many
different organizations in (West) Africa that are committed to education. What
distinguishes us from the rest is that we focus on solidarity with the entire
community. In addition, all children come of their own free will, they want to
be part of the ‘Teach on the Beach-family’ and are motivated to work on their
future. We want to offer a good balance between learning and relaxation. For
that reason we do not only focus on studying, but also on leisure activities such
as yoga & sports and games. If you can reinforce this with us, we would
like to welcome you to our team.
Volunteers can expect quality
assistance and help from directors and staff, ensuring safety, help them to
have a great experience not only the classroom but also the community and Ghana
at large. We are interested in use of multiple talents to inspire and organize
fund raise in support of teaching and learning.
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