Foreign Exchange & Immersion
Program Description
This is a volunteer opportunity that will introduce participants to life in Africa. Volunteers will have amazing opportunities to interact with local Ghanaians through a variety of activities such as drumming and dances as well as language exchange. Volunteers will be immersed in the local culture and tradition and learn all about history, artisan skills, and other interesting customs. Twi, Hausa, GA, Ewe, and Dagomba are all major languages that are currently spoken in Ghana. Volunteers will be able to participate in a local language course that will cover these expressive languages. You will hone your abilities through daily exposure and interaction with native speakers as well as fun activities and games.
Highlights
Learn Ghanaian LanguagesExperience African drumming and dances
Immerse yourself in the local culture
Qualifications
No previous experience is requiredWillingness to learn a new language
Adaptablitiy
Open-mindedness
Volunteer Types
What`s Included
1. Airport pick-up from Accra International Airport & transfer of volunteers or interns to project site2. Local meals three times a day
3. Introduction to host family and program
4. Accommodation
5. Placement and supervision in program
6. 24/7 Hotline for support
7. In-country introduction/orientation
8. Regular Culture/Recreational Activities (Personal spending not included)
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Program Locations
Kumasi, Ghana
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Program Details
Provider:
Our Generation Voluntary Organisation
Location
- Ghana: Kumasi
Terms:
Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter
Program Duration:
1-2 weeks, 1-3 months, 2-4 weeks, 3-6 months, 6-12 months
Languages:
English
Participants:
Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African, Worldwide
Cost:
From USD $250 per a week to USD $2320 per 24 weeks
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