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Public Health Outreach Assistant

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2 - 50 semaines  ·  Âge 18 - 50+
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Points forts

  • Contribute to the sustainable development of Ghana by taking part in grassroots projects that fill gaps identified by the community.
  • Try different aspects of Local Ghanaian Cuisine with daily meals privided in our host house.
  • Stay together with the other volunteers in a dedicated host house, making bonds that will last a lifetime.

Points forts

  • Contribute to the sustainable development of Ghana by taking part in grassroots projects that fill gaps identified by the community.
  • Try different aspects of Local Ghanaian Cuisine with daily meals privided in our host house.
  • Stay together with the other volunteers in a dedicated host house, making bonds that will last a lifetime.
  • Create a meaningful impact by addressing needs, benefiting both yourself and the community members involved.
  • Travel with us during free time, see all of the beauty that Ghana has to offer, take advantage of our travel planning knowledge.

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    Particulièrement approprié pour

    Âge 18+
    Seul voyageur
    Couples
    Familles
    Groupes
    50+

    À propos du programme

    Volunteers are provided with the opportunities to support with education in schools, orphanages, communities, churches, etc. within Cape Coast on health related topics.

    Volunteers with Ghana's Public Health program provide invaluable contributions to initiatives dedicated to enhancing education across diverse settings in the Cape Coast Metropolis, including schools, orphanages, communities, and churches. The program's primary focus is to address crucial ...

    À propos du programme

    Volunteers with Ghana's Public Health program provide invaluable contributions to initiatives dedicated to enhancing education across diverse settings in the Cape Coast Metropolis, including schools, orphanages, communities, and churches. The program's primary focus is to address crucial health-related topics through educational outreach.

    This program holds great importance as it directly addresses essential health issues through educational initiatives. By leveraging the collaborative efforts of volunteers, research professionals, health experts, and social workers, the program ensures a well-informed and culturally sensitive approach to tackle the health needs of local communities.

    The program confronts a spectrum of social issues, including limited health education access, health disparities rooted in socio-economic factors, and vulnerability in educational settings.

    The collaborative effort involves identifying and tailoring health topics in a way that is pertinent to target groups within the Metropolis. This ensures that interventions are culturally sensitive and directly address the health needs of local communities. The program comprehensively covers health topics such as personal hygiene, cholera prevention, malaria awareness, STIs, environmental sanitation practices, child rights protection and promotion, and adolescent reproductive health.

    Volunteers play a crucial role in the implementation of the program. They actively engage in developing and delivering educational programs, bringing their passion and dedication to empower communities with knowledge and skills for better health outcomes.

    Volunteers are expected to bring their commitment, open-mindedness, and a willingness to actively participate in the collaborative process. No special equipment is required, but an eagerness to learn, share experiences, and adapt to the cultural context is highly valued.

    Volunteers can expect a meaningful and immersive experience where they contribute to positive change. They will work closely with professionals and experts, gaining insights into the complexities of public health issues and the intricacies of community-based interventions. The program ensures that volunteers receive adequate support, guidance, and a platform to make a tangible impact.

    Volunteers do not need to bring any special equipment. The program provides the necessary resources for educational outreach activities. What is essential is a compassionate spirit, a desire to make a difference, and an openness to embrace the unique cultural context of the Cape Coast Metropolis.


    Journée typique

    Volunteers participating in the Public Health program experience dynamic and fulfilling days, actively engaging with communities and delivering impactful health education within the Cape Coast Metropolis. A typical day is designed to be immersive, educational, and collaborative, allowing volunteers ...

    Journée typique

    Volunteers participating in the Public Health program experience dynamic and fulfilling days, actively engaging with communities and delivering impactful health education within the Cape Coast Metropolis. A typical day is designed to be immersive, educational, and collaborative, allowing volunteers to make a meaningful contribution to the well-being of the local population.
    The day typically begins at 8am with a briefing session where volunteers and supervisors gather to discuss the day's activities and review the scheduled health topics. This is an opportunity for collaboration, sharing insights, and aligning strategies to ensure that the educational outreach is tailored to the specific needs of the communities.
    Volunteers, accompanied by local coordinators health professionals or social workers, head to designated locations such as schools, orphanages, communities, or churches. Sessions often commence with interactive discussions, presentations, and activities related to the selected health topics. Volunteers may focus on personal hygiene practices, preventive measures for diseases like cholera and malaria, or the promotion of child rights and adolescent reproductive health.
    The afternoon starting from 12 noon is dedicated to hands-on activities, workshops, or practical demonstrations that reinforce the theoretical knowledge shared earlier. Depending on the topic, volunteers may conduct community clean-up initiatives, distribute informational materials, or organize health screenings to enhance the practical understanding of the subject matter.
    As the day winds down around 2pm, volunteers regroup to debrief on their experiences, discuss challenges encountered, and share successes. This reflection period is essential for continuous improvement and ensures that future sessions are even more effective.
    Evenings often provide opportunities for cultural exchange, allowing volunteers to participate in community events, explore local traditions, or engage in additional activities that contribute to the overall integration into the community.

    Activités de loisirs

    Cape Coast is one of the most culturally and historically significant places in Ghana. Visit sites such as the Cape Coast Slave Castle or one of the many forts in the area where you will get many informations about Ghana's history and Slave Trade worldwide.


    History not your thing? Instead travel ...

    Activités de loisirs

    Cape Coast is one of the most culturally and historically significant places in Ghana. Visit sites such as the Cape Coast Slave Castle or one of the many forts in the area where you will get many informations about Ghana's history and Slave Trade worldwide.


    History not your thing? Instead travel around the area and take in the beautiful scenery of Ghana. In Cape Coast itself you can play football with the locals, play beach volleyball, buy cloth or souvenirs made by the locals or just hang out on the beach. In places nearby you can learn to surf, hike or climbe through the mountains with a beautiful scenery or do a safari to see wild animals like elephants, monkeys and antelopes. With so much to do filling your free time will not be hard! 


    Conditions

    Conditions

    Âge minimum: 18 ans

    Pour participer à ce programme, tu dois avoir au moins 18 ans au moment du début. Des exceptions peuvent être possibles si tu fournis une autorisation de ton représentant légal ou si tu es accompagné(e) par l’un de tes parents.

    Compétences linguistiques

    Tu dois parler Anglais (niveau de base)

    Exigences en matière de formation

    Medicine, Social Work à niveau High School

    Documents requis

    CV and motivation letter

    Restrictions de nationalité

    Aucune : l’aide venant du monde entier est la bienvenue.

    Engagement horaire

    Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi et vendredi

    Services inclus

    Services inclus

    Services sur place

    The amount paid above covers the documents for applying for the visa, airport pickup and drop, project fees, accommodation, transportation, sim card, airtime and data usage and food. Part of fees will also go towards donations, paying for school fees and school supplies for children who can not afford it so that they can stay in school and paying for hospital bills for those who can not afford it.

    Transfert de l'aéroport Kotoka International Airport

    Volunteer will send us their flight details and we will be at the airport waiting for their arrival. We will pick up the individuals from the airport and take them to the hotel if arrival is in the late evening. If the volunteers arrives during the day they will be taken directly to the host house in Cape Coast, unless otherwise requested.

    Logement

    Volunteers stay in a fully furnished house, typically 3 or 4 to a room, but rooms can be adjusted for privacy if desired but will incur extra fees. The house is equipped fully, with electricity, internet, piped water and a fully stocked kitchen. The house is a 10-minute drive from the center of town.

    Aliments & Boissons

    Food will be provided for breakfast and dinner, volunteers are responsible for their own lunch. The menu can be adjusted based upon dietary restriction. Local and continental food will be provided at all times.

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    Billets d'avion

    L'aéroport le plus proche est Kotoka International Airport (ACC) à Accra. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en Ghana. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

    Assurance voyage

    Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour Ghana te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

    Vaccins

    Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en Ghana, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour Ghana. INFOS VACCINS

    Informations sur l'arrivée

    Volunteers will be met at the airport in Accra and taken to the host family in Cape Coast. In Cape Coast, volunteers will have an orientation where your coordinator will help acclimate the volunteers to the Ghanaian culture,  tour the capital city and give a project introduction. The host house is equipped with all furnishing and amenities including consistent internet. The complete stay at our host house includes breakfast and dinner for the duration of the stay. Upon completion of the volunteer program, a certificate of completion will be awarded. Start and end dates are extremely flexible as we work with volunteers to find the best length for them while supporting the continuous nature of the program. We do not have specific start and end dates, we will work with you to find the best time!

    Disponibilité
    janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

    Frais de Programme

    $262 par semaine 2 - 50 semaines Âge 18 - 50+

    Méthodes de payement

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT


    Durée

    2 - 50 semaines

    Acompte

    Réserve ta place en quelques clics avec un petit acompte sécurisé. Tu peux payer par carte bancaire, PayPal ou d'autres moyens pratiques.


    Paiement final

    Tu conviendras du mode de paiement final avec l'organisation locale pendant le processus de candidature. Ce dernier paiement n'est à effectuer que peu avant le début de ton voyage.

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    4,62
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    12 reviews

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    2023
    My girlfriend and I recently had the privilege of spending two weeks in Cape Cost, Ghana, volunteering with the local NGO “Volunteering ...
    Alessandro Frione

    Street Kids Soccer

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    2023
    It was a very enjoyable time with all the nice people there. They integrated me there very fast and showed me about what they’re doing. I ...
    Niklas Trilse

    Street Kids Soccer

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    2023
    I had an incredible time volunteering with the "Street Kids Football" program in Cape Coast - it was one of the best trips I've ever taken ...
    Michael Warren

    Street Kids Soccer

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    2021
    To be a Volunteer with “Volunteer with Ghana” was a great experience. The activities with the children in the football field were a ...
    Sara Pennellini

    Street Kids Soccer

    Lieu du projet

    Afrique > Afrique occidentale > Ghana > Cape Coast

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    Albrin
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