Ghana Volunteer Quests

Volunteer in Ghana

"As soon as I got off the plane in Ghana I felt at home. Teaching in Putubiw and Biakpa was challenging yet rewarding beyond my expectations. I jumped head first into this experience and came out with a new sense of the world and a new outlook on life."

-Rachel Crowder, Short-term volunteer in Ghana

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Facts

  • Literacy rate of 65%
  • 152 on the UN Human Development Index
  • Became a republic in 1960

What makes a United Planet Short-term Quest unique?

United Planet’s Quest volunteer abroad programs are 100% cultural immersion experiences. United Planet Quest programs run year-round and are available to individuals and groups of all ages, skill levels and nationalities.  We have no doubt it will be life-changing and provide lasting memories. Read on for more detailed information about volunteer opportunities in Ghana.

All Quests include:

  • Flexible start dates and lengths of stay (2-12 weeks)
  • Personalized attention from Coordinators
  • Local home stays or on-site lodging options
  • Exciting excursions, cultural activities and/or language lessons

Country Information

The first African country to gain independence from colonial rule, Republic of Ghana is unique in so many ways. Roughly the size of Britain, English-speaking Ghana is smaller than many of its neighbors but also densely populated. Each of Ghana’s ten regions offers a unique experience - including historic slave forts, indigenous crafts, game parks and the only jungle canopy walk in Africa. On the southern border, miles of beautiful coastline invite you to relax on its beaches. "Feel Free" is an expression you hear often in Ghana. It means that you are free to be yourself and to explore what interests you. Ghanaians are renowned for their friendliness and hospitality! Volunteering in Ghana means jumping in and immersing yourself in Ghana’s laid-back culture through a village placement in Putubiw or Biakpa.

 

Volunteer Opportunities in Ghana: 2 - 12 Weeks

United Planet currently offers volunteering opportunities in partnership with local organizations in and around Accra, Ghana. Click here for Long-Term Quests in Ghana.

What's Included and Program Details

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Highlights

  • City tour of Accra
  • Tour of the Slave Fort ‘Elmina Castle’
  • Cloud Forest Canopy walk

Quest Program Briefs

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Teach english in Ghana

Teaching Quests
Biakpa Village in the Volta Region has a primary school and a secondary school. There are not enough teachers to go around and with problems in the education sector in Ghana, they are constantly going on strike demanding a supplement to their meager salaries. Volunteers who can teach English, science, mathematics, geography, or even vocational skills are welcome to come here for a short term Quest.
Volunteer with children in Ghana Social  Quests
Volunteers in Ghana work closely with the village of Putubiw, a few miles inland from the town of Cape Coast and close to Kakum National Park. The projects available are coordinated by the Students Union of Putubiw, and sponsored by the local chief. Volunteer placements include construction, teaching assisting, awareness campaigns focusing on AIDS, hygiene, reproductive health, education - the opportunities are endless!

Three Easy Steps to Apply

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Step 1: Choose your Volunteer Abroad Quest Country and then fill in the online application.

Step 2: Submit your $250 deposit at the time of application. You may pay the deposit online with a credit card as part of your application process, call our office at 1-800-292-2316 to provide your credit card information or send a check to our Boston office.

Step 3: The Regional Coordinator in the Boston office will contact you to arrange a phone interview.

Questions about applying?

Call one of our friendly regional Quest coordinators today. We will walk you step-by-step through the application process and answer any questions you may have.

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