Center for At-Risk Youth (Ages 18+)

Project Details
This non-governmental organization based in Kumasi was set-up to address selected problems confronting the vulnerable youth and the disabled in the community. They are committed to working with orphans, street children, school drop-outs, and cases of unintended pregnancies, physical abuse and illiteracy. When it began, the NGO’s first activity was to teach five young women basic dressmaking skills in order to help them develop a sense of self-worth while giving them tools to earn a living. Currently, the NGO serves around 250 at-risk youth.

Volunteer Responsibilities
Volunteers are asked to help teach the orphans in the primary and middle school basic subject matter, organize recreational activities, lead discussion groups, tutor and mentor students, help with food distribution in the mornings, assist in the rehabilitation clinic, and most importantly offer encouragement and motivation for all children.

Location
The project is located near the large city of Kumasi. Volunteers will receive a thorough orientation for a few days in the capital city of Accra upon arrival in Ghana.

Accommodations and Meals
Volunteers will stay with carefully screened host families for the duration of the program. All meals with your host family are included in your stay.

Transportation and Travel Arrangements
All travel arrangements must be booked according to Greenheart Travel iinstructions. Booking travel is your responsibility, but we are more than happy to help you as needed. A volunteer coordinator will meet you at the airport in Accra upon your arrival and arrange your transportation to your host family.
Depending on the location of your host family you may be within walking distance to your work site or a short bus ride away. Greenheart Travel does not cover any bus fare used in transit to the work site.

Local Support
Greenheart Travel always provides you with a thorough network of support before departure and during your time abroad. You will be provided with pre-departure orientation materials that will walk you through every step of your program. Your local coordinator, host family, and volunteer site supervisor are more than happy to address questions or difficulties that you may have at anytime during your program.

Dates, Duration and Application Deadlines
Volunteers may join the program at any time throughout the year and stay for four to eight weeks. Applications are due eight weeks before your intended departure date.

Requirements
Experience or education in counseling, teaching and/or childcare is helpful, but not required.

Program Costs 

Included	Not Included
Lodging/3 meals per day	Airfare
Arrival Pick-up at airport	In country transportation
Medical/Accident Insurance	Phone cards
24 Emergency Staff	Internet
Pre-departure and arrival Orientation