VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS IN GHANA
If you are looking for a truly meaningful volunteer programme as well as an unforgettable adventure in rural Africa, Ghana is the right place for you to volunteer.
You will have the opportunity to contribute to the learning and knowledge of young people, as well as looking after the health and well-being of communities, while exploring all that this country has to offer. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience in Ghana.
We collaborate in two volunteer programmes in Ghana, teaching and medical care, your participation in them will be of great help for the development of children and women in the local community.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN SCHOOLS
In this programme you will be able to give the best of yourself with children between 3 and 16 years old, you will collaborate in the schools of the village. Depending on your profile and together with you, we will choose the group and age group of children you will work with. You will be able to see at first hand what rural education in Africa is like.



SPORTS PROGRAMME
Many Ghanaian children have a passion for sports. The most popular of these is probably football, but there are many who love anything that makes them run and jump and keeps them competitive. This is where you come in!


GENERAL MEDICAL AND PHYSIOTHERAPEUTIC CARE
If you like health care, the volunteer programme in Ghana in Medical Care and Physiotherapy will be a great opportunity for you to work in the local hospital, schools and communities, both in the centres and in giving talks on prevention.



CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMME
By joining a construction project, you will bring the manpower needed to drive the construction forward. Projects are selected according to the needs of the community. Therefore, this creates a variety of different projects.


These are some of the needs that as a volunteer in Ghana you will address in collaboration with local partners:
- Poverty causing ill health and lack of opportunities
- Illiteracy
- Lack of materials
- School absenteeism
- Malnutrition
- Disease prevention
- Basic medical care
- Accident and injury care
What requirements do I need to volunteering in Ghana?
For all programmes we will ask you:
- Be of legal age
- Basic knowledge of spoken and written English
- Be respectful of the local people and their culture
- Be creative, helpful and willing to work as part of a team
- Teaching experience is an advantage, but not necessary
- If you have basic knowledge of computers and common software, you can help with these activities
- Health training in case of a medical or physiotherapist volunteer programme
For the medical programme you must submit the following information:
- Certification validating that you are studying a branch of medicine or that you are already a medical student
- Curriculum vitae and an official copy of your credentials
Where will I be during my volunteer placement in Ghana?
The volunteer projects in Ghana are based in Accra, Ghana’s capital and largest city, with a population of over two million. Accra stretches along Ghana’s Atlantic coast and extends northwards. Our accommodation is located in Teshie, a coastal suburban town on the eastern side of Accra. It is a fast growing suburb that is getting bigger and bigger every day. Teshie is rich in its diversity and has its own train station for easy transportation.
When can I go to Ghana to volunteer program?
The volunteer teaching and medical assistance programmes in Ghana are open all year round.
The teaching programmes will take place at the school except for the months of April, August and December which are run as a summer camp as the schools are closed.
For more information, questions or assistance with a colleague of our team you can contact us via phone or Whatsapp here.
The steps to follow to register are as follows:
- Fill out the form to reserve your volunteering.
- Wait for our confirmation of availability.
- Make a 1st donation for the registration to the Adventure Volunteer association.
- You will receive an email with the volunteer agreement to be completed by you.
- You will return to us by email all the requested information and you will be able to purchase the flight.
- A few weeks before you start you will receive information from the local organization.
- Now you only have to pack your suitcase, you have a whole team that will make everything easier for you and you will be in contact at all times, so you don’t have to worry.
REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
To be part of the volunteer programs in Sri Lanka, it is not necessary any specific training and it is only required:
- To be of legal age (possibility minor with guardian or parents).
- To be a participative and committed person.
- Be respectful of people, culture and customs.
- To know how to adapt and work in a team.
- Criminal record certificate for social work.
- Sign cooperation agreement and interview with our team.
- Appropriate clothing for the destination.
- Knowledge of English.
ACCOMMODATION FOR YOUR VOLUNTEER WORK IN GHANA
When you arrive in Ghana to volunteer in Ghana, our local coordinator will take you to the volunteer house.
During your stay here in Ghana, you will be accommodated in the volunteer house in Accra. The accommodation is within a gated community. The rooms are generally dormitory style and are separated between men and women. Programs are located about 20-40 minutes from the house and participants are responsible for their own transportation costs to and from the house (6-8€). Staff remains on site 7 days a week to assist participants.
Rooms are shared by volunteers of the same gender. The house has common areas that can be used by volunteers and also provides access to laundry facilities. There is no hot water, access is provided for laundry.
Typical meals provided generally include:
- Vegetables and legumes / beans.
- Fruits.
- Meat, fish or eggs.
- Grains and cereals.
- Milk, yogurt, cheese and/or alternatives.
Volunteer accommodation in Ghana



WHAT WILL THE ARRIVAL AT THE DESTINATION BE LIKE?
The local coordinator of your volunteer program in Ghana will welcome you (Saturdays and Sundays) at the Kotoka International Airport, which is located near Accra, the capital of the country. He will then drive you to the volunteer house. Don’t worry about communication, they speak fluent English, are very patient and helpful.
The coordinator will also give you detailed information about the area where the project is located, as well as everything you need to know about the orientation and induction to the program.
VISA IN GHANA
To enter the country to volunteer in Ghana, you will need a passport valid for at least 6 months from the start of your volunteer program, plus a yellow fever vaccination and a visa.
Single entry visas are generally valid for 3 months. To complete the visa application, contact the Ghanaian consulate in your country of residence and arrange the process with them.
SECURITY IN GHANA
Ghana is seen as a place where you can go sightseeing and be safe. But nothing is perfect, and as in many countries of the world you have to take certain precautions and know how to handle yourself in certain situations and areas of the country.
Generally, the tourist areas are safe, but we still recommend you to keep these tips in mind:
- Notify your coordinator, in case you are going on an excursion, so that he/she can warn you about the places where you will be going.
- Have your coordinator’s phone number and the address where you are staying available in case you need it.
- Avoid giving out information about where you are staying, the project and your fellow volunteers for safety reasons.
- Do not bring anyone who is not from the organization to the volunteer’s house.
- Avoid risky areas in every place you visit.
- Travel frugally in your daily transfers and excursions.
- Avoid drawing attention to yourself with jewelry and accessories.
- If you can, avoid taking out your cell phone in public places.
- Try to use safe transportation services in the country or services such as Uber or cabs.
- Avoid walking alone on unfamiliar streets at night.
- Never take someone you do not know in an unfamiliar vehicle or in your own vehicle.
- Do not drink any beverage whose origin you do not know.
The financial contribution is divided into two parts:
- Registration that you will give as a donation to the Adventure Volunteer association. This contribution has a tax benefit of 80% which you can deduct in your income tax return.
- The remaining part of the cost of the programme will go to the partner organisation which we will send on your behalf as a substitute or you can hand it in directly to the project.
WEEKS | EDUCATION AND SPORTS | CONSTRUCTION | DOCTOR AND PHYSIOTHERAPIST |
---|---|---|---|
2 | 630€ | 700€ | – |
3 | 840€ | 945€ | – |
4 | 1050€ | 1190€ | 1330€ |
Additional | 210€ | 245€ | 280€ |
WHAT DOES VOLUNTEERING OFFER?
- Welcome at the airport (Saturday and Sunday)
- Accommodation for the duration of your stay
- 3 meals during your volunteer placement
- 24/7 support from the Adventure Volunteer team
- Programme monitoring and evaluation
- Orientation and induction to the project
- Tax certificate
- Certificate of weeks spent volunteering
- Accident and liability insurance
- Guidance, advice and management in the choice of the programme
WHAT IS NOT OFFERED IN VOLUNTEERING?
- Flight to Ghana
- Visa, if required
- Internal transport or excursions
- Travel within or outside the country
- Travel medical insurance
- Beverages, meals and special meals
- Bottled water
How to book a volunteering in Ghana?
STEP 1
Once you fill in the form to the programme, we will verify everything and confirm your place within 24 hours if everything is correct.
STEP 2
The registration fee must be paid within 7 days, then your place will be guaranteed and you will be part of the family.
STEP 3
We send you the volunteer guide, T-shirt, compulsory insurance and the international volunteer agreement.