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Our Destinations Destination Guide Ghana 2017-18 Make friends, make a difference... Ourmake a start Destinations Help secure the futures of communities in Costa Rica, Ghana and Thailand Discover All of Africa Volunteer in Ghana Teaching English / Health & Medical Care / IT & Computer Education Sports Education / Orphanage Work / National Parks & Reserves VOLUNTEER ABROAD IN GHANA UVOLUNTEER Free -1.877.549.8638 uvolunteer.net UVOLUNTEER US&CAN 1-877-549-8638 Introduction Why uVolunteer An unforgettable African adventure Founded by volunteers, for volunteers AKWAABA If you’re ready to make a valuable difference in the At uVolunteer, our values are at the core of developing world, uVolunteer is ready to put your everything we do. We’re proud to be different Welcome to Ghana, one of the world’s plans into action, and we’re with you every step of and it’s our volunteers who shape the unique friendliest nations and the perfect place to the way. service we offer. When you decide to make a experience all of Africa in a single visit. The difference with uVolunteer, we guarantee you year-round tropical climate, abundant nature, CONTENTS the trip of a lifetime. vibrant culture and political stability make Introduction ..............................2 Ghana a popular volunteer destination in which We work to a set of values that ensure maximum Why uVolunteer ............................3 to experience the very best the continent has benefit for our volunteers and the communities to offer. Ghana Overview ...........................4 we serve, continuously monitoring placements for ECONOMICAL AND EFFICIENT Culture & Customs .........................5 sustainability and success. Beautifully biodiverse, Ghana is home to exotic Free Time ................................6 Our volunteer trips are ethically and economically waterfalls, sandy beaches and lush rainforests; RESPECT FOR ALL designed to keep costs down while covering all the Exploring Ghana ...........................7 the many national parks provide habitats for wild necessities. Location: Koforidua ........................8 elephants, antelope, baboons and dozens of Mutual respect ensures the longevity of our projects other species, while fascinating heritage sites, rich Making a difference .......................10 in Ghana, allowing volunteers to experience authentic Varied volunteer travel and tours: traditions and ethnic arts add to Ghana’s unique Teaching English .........................12 community and cultural exposure in the process. ā Individual, group and family trips charm. Sports Education .........................14 PROFESSIONAL SERVICE ā Durations from one week to a year Medical and Healthcare ...................16 Many visitors traveling to Ghana come to experience ā Dedicated in-country support staff National Parks and Reserves ................18 the country’s natural beauty and colorful culture but Our trips are organized by experienced, ā All nationalities welcomed are struck by the poverty, illiteracy and lack of basic Orphanage Work .........................20 knowledgeable former volunteers for a uniquely living standards that continue to blight the nation. IT and Teaching Computers .................22 professional yet personal service. ā Flexible arrival dates every month Fees and Discounts .......................25 ā Gap year, sabbatical and study trips Our affordable, ethical volunteer trips provide help SAFETY AND SECURITY How to apply .............................26 where it’s needed most; teaching English, IT and ā An alternative vacation/Spring Break other subjects, orphanage assistance, national The safety and security of our volunteers is ā Volunteers aged 11 or over welcomed parks maintenance and healthcare are just a few of paramount – uVolunteer’s in-country staff are experts Make friends, make a difference... ā Combination programs and discounts the projects you can volunteer for to leave a life- in Ghanaian culture and customs. changing legacy. make a start ā Personalized programs 2 WWW.UVOLUNTEER.NET 3 UVOLUNTEER US&CAN 1-877-549-8638 Ghana Culture Overview & Customs Discover all of Africa Tribal traditions; ethnic experiences COUNTRY PROFILE The beautiful beaches and biodiversity, colorful Ghanaian culture is a combination of age- Most residents speak at least two languages - Location: West Africa festivities and historic castles and forts – not to old traditions and influences from further English and one of the tribal tongues. mention the country’s lucrative goldmining past afield. Home to many ethnic tribes, Ghana Capital: Accra and poignant trade in slaves - makes the nation a was colonized by the British in the late 1800s, WHAT TO REMEMBER Population: 25, 000, 000 compelling visit for tourists and volunteers alike. with English prevailing as the most commonly Official language: English spoken language in the country today. As a visitor to Ghana, you may find some customs and Despite its undisputed appeal, Ghana is a developing behaviors different from your experiences at home. Currency: Cedi (GHS) country with many pockets of poverty in rural Society is hierarchical, with elders and the wealthy Climate: Tropical areas; outside the urban centers, the more remote treated with the most respect. Ghanaians live IN GHANA: National dish: Fufu and jollof rice settlements lack basic provisions like running water harmoniously, prioritizing family honor and dignity and electricity. In total, a quarter of Ghanaians live in as a direct result of the native belief that individual Greet other with a handshake and a smile Max Weekday Budget: $5 daily poverty, around 40 per cent of adults are illiterate and actions affect entire families. Daily Weekend Budget: $60 daily 2.5 million people are unemployed. Volunteers like Address professionals and academics by their you are invaluable to the country’s development. TRIBAL CULTURE title and surname Warm and welcoming, the West African nation of Ghana upholds a reputation as being all of For almost a decade, uVolunteer has worked with There are various ethnic groups in Ghana, such as Be aware that there are different traditional Africa in a single country, bringing together communities in Ghana on projects that provide skills the Akan, Ewe, Ga and Mole-Dagbon tribes. Living greetings among tribes the best of the continent’s culture, history, support and hands-on help where it is needed most. alongside one another in peace, tribal members natural landscapes and wildlife. Renowned Through meaningful projects like teaching English avoid confrontation and respect the dignity of others, Avoid disrespectful behavior that may insult for its laidback lifestyle, rich ethnic culture and and IT, maintaining the country’s national parks and as is the Ghanaian way of life. Although English is family honor or dignity unspoilt environment, Ghana is one of Africa’s providing health and medical care, volunteers like Ghana’s national language, there are many more. A friendliest nations, attracting millions every year. you can help Ghana fulfill its vision of development. total of nine tribal languages are spoken in Ghana. Dress smartly when visiting friends or colleagues 4 WWW.UVOLUNTEER.NET 5 UVOLUNTEER US&CAN 1-877-549-8638 Free Time Experience all Ghana has to offer Exploring FRESH FLAVORS Other modern musical genres popular in Ghana include Highlife and Hiplife, which are characterized Ghana Put your free time to good use and tantalize by jazzy, guitar-led tunes and sampled hip-hop beats. your tastebuds; Ghanaian food is healthy and Your placement location hearty - vegetables and starches form the DAYS OFF - WHAT TO DO? basis of most meals. Soups and stews are among the most common dishes, often eaten With three days off every week, you’ll have plenty of with rice, corn or healthy grains like millet. time to explore all that Ghana has to offer. From the Ghana’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean means sandy beaches along the coast to the architecture the local diet is rich in fish and seafood; meat and arts of Accra, Ghana is full of unforgettable is relatively expensive and generally only eaten experiences – make memories to treasure when you by those who can afford it. volunteer abroad in Ghana. The national dish, fufu, is made from plantains and Most of the uVolunteer projects are located in the root vegetable cassava, which are combined Koforidua – also known as Kofftown, the capital of and pounded into balls. Fufu is usually served with the Eastern Region. The city is located centrally just a variety of soups, such as peanut, chilli or palm a 45-minute drive from the Ghanaian capital Accra, KOKROBITE MOLE NATIONAL PARK nut. Another national favorite is jollof rice, which is making it relatively simple to explore in all directions. White-sand beaches, wild watersports and fishing Exotic ecosystems and beautiful biodiversity a combination of rice, tomatoes and onions cooked together - often served with fried chicken and a hot pepper sauce called ‘shito’. UNIQUE BEATS Ghana’s musical scene is a combination of traditional rhythms and more modern pop. Harmonized song, drumming and dancing is customary along the coast, while the northern region is known for its stringed and wind instrumental music, joyful songs of praise CAPE COAST & ELMINA ACCRA ARTS CENTER NZULEZO and contemporary pop music. World heritage sites, slave trading posts and shrines Authentic African art, handicrafts and haggling Freshwater lakes, rich history and village culture 6 WWW.UVOLUNTEER.NET 7 UVOLUNTEER US&CAN 1-877-549-8638 Location Accommodation Koforidua Dorms
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