Volunteer in Ghana

YPWC operates a successful, affordable and hands-on volunteer program for international volunteers in Ghana, West Africa.

Volunteers will support YPWC staff to develop new programs and carry out existing activities including:
  • Newsletter and website marketing and regular updating;
  • Proposal writing;
  • running the Book Project series;
  • Youth Migration and Development projects;
  • Youth MDGs Programme;
  • HIV/AIDS sensitisation in schools and community groups;
  • Connecting North and South Schools/Youth Groups.
Read about just a few of the opportunities available in 2010.

YPWC staff and volunteers will work together to provide support in implementing community service projects

As a successfully recruited volunteer or intern you can:
  • Develop a new career path or improve on your career path
  • Enhance your job-finding network by connecting to a hidden job market
  • Boost your CV as you can make reference to your YPWC work experience. On completion of the volunteer program you are given an internationally recognized certificate of honor;
  • Knowing and working with youth and other interested volunteers who are committed to making the world a better place;
  • Enhancing your educational experience with practical work assignments;
  • Having the chance to meet different people from all walks of life through participation in action projects and also through your participation in conferences or other meetings;
  • Know much about the work of the United Nations Statement of Purpose since we are working with some of the frameworks of the UN.
Duration of Placement: Placement options can be secured for not less than 2 weeks and not more than 16 weeks.

Cost of Placement: The total likely cost to volunteers and interns excluding travel costs ranges between US $600-$2,200. (Note: Prices are reviewed periodically. Contact us to know about current prevailing rates or to confirm rates)

Cost Includes:
This contribution will cover the following:
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off
  • Accommodation in a comfortable homestay setting throughout your volunteer period.
  • Project-related expenses
  • 24/7 In-country support
Read more at YPWC's main website.
Contact: info@ypwc.org