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Country: GHANA
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| Global Volunteer Network |
PO Box 30-968
Lower Hutt
NEW ZEALAND
6001
Phone: (644) 920-1451
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Program description: |
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The Global Volunteer Network currently has opportunities to help develop communities through our partner organization in Ghana. Volunteers will help our partner strengthen the organizational skills of local groups who are making efforts to reduce poverty in their region.
The ultimate goal is to help local groups get to the point where they can approach and collaborate with the international development community as solid partners. In order to do that, we need volunteers with a wide range of skills and a strong belief in the value of sustainability.
This is a program for those interested in development projects who wish to play a leadership role and get highly immersed in a local project. Volunteers will bring the most value in their organizational skills, reliability, project and people management, and basic enthusiasm. You will work with one of the various local groups our partner is connected with. These groups each have their own individual goals which include educating orphans, providing vocational training, protecting the local environment through eco-tourism initiatives, or starting a youth center. With the help of volunteers, even more projects can be added over time. Each volunteer is provided with specific assignment objectives, a local Counterpart who will help assist in achieving project goals, access to the regional office for technical support. In addition, weekly stipends are provided for partners attending committee meetings or field trips. These stipends are important as it is so easy to lose hope in areas where poverty and closed doors abound. The stipend provides a further incentive to local community workers to follow through on their initiatives, motivating and inspiring others along the way.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18+
Travel to site: Independent Travel
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Independant
Living arrangements on the program: Home stays (living with local families)
How long does the program last?: 1-3 Months
What are the dates of this program: You can volunteer at any time throughout the year.
Volunteers can stay from a period of one month to six months. Your stay can be extended beyond six months on a case by case basis.
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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Your application fee includes the following benefits:
* Personal Staff Support
* Your Ghana (Community) Program Guide
* Your Fundraising Guide and Software
* Access to Your Own Online Journal
* Online Video - Preparing For Your Trip
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Cost or price of this program: |
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Costs vary. Please see our website for details.
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Application process Involves: |
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To apply for this program submit an online application.
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