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Education, creativity and cultural exchange in Sekondi-Takoradi, Ghana

  • Last activity : 27 May 2026

Availability

  2026 

 Min stay requested: 1 week or less

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  • Description

    Description

    Our organisation was founded to support children’s education, promote community development and foster meaningful cultural exchange .

    Currently, we don’t have full time paid staff, our organization operates with a small team who are dedicated members and volunteers .
    They help with teaching and education support ,community outreach, administration and coordination.

    We are focused on creating opportunities for young people, especially those that are in underprivileged communities.
    We want to support them by giving them access to quality education, organising learning activities, promoting cultural awareness. Organisation believes that education is a powerful tool for a long term change.

    Since we started as an NGO, we have worked with local schools and native from the community to help in basic education, mentorship and community outreach .
    The activities of the NGO are :
    Assisting in classroom
    Organizing educational programs
    And having children to experience creative and cultural learning.

    Organisation values respect , collaboration and cultural exchange.
    Our experience with past volunteers are great and we welcome volunteers from anywhere in the world who are passionate about sharing knowledge, making a positive impact and learning from the community.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Language practice
    Teaching
    Babysitting and creative play
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
  • Interests

    Interests

    Charity work
    Writing
    Gardening
    History
    Drawing & painting
    Art & design
    Carpentry
    Books
    Nature
    Pets
    Movies & TV
    Events & social
    Culture
    Music
    Languages
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Beach
    Outdoor activities
    Team sports
    Fitness
    Dancing
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Organisation has cultural exchange at its heart in everything we do.volunteers will not only be here to support our work but will have the chance to learn about the local customs of the community, engage in festivals and have a direct experience with community people.

    Volunteers can learn Ghanaian culture and tradition ,local languages ,local food, Community living , personal growth and volunteers are welcome to show the community their culture.

  • Charity

    Registered charity

    This host is a registered charity in their country and is looking for volunteers to help with their project(s).

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Organisation welcomes individuals who are passionate, open minded and respectful volunteers who are willing to offer assistance with their time and skills to support our mission of Education, Community Development and Cultural Exchange .

    Volunteers can assist in the following areas.

    Volunteers can assist teachers in basic subjects such as, reading, mathematics and English .

    Spend time with the children with educational games and creative activities.

    Help with managing and grow our social media accounts .

    Create content .

    Support basic administrative or online task.

    Share your culture, idea or experience with the children.

    Organisation values honesty and transparency. The organization is a registered NGO and we are more concerned of creating a safe , respect and impactful environment for both volunteers and the community.

  • Languages spoken

    Akan: Fluent
    English: Intermediate
    German: Beginner

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Volunteers will stay in a shared house within the community and rooms will be shared with 1 - 2 other volunteers depending on availability.
    Each room has clean bed and a storage space and it has electricity .
    Bathroom facilities are shared, it’s clean and includes running water and you can have hot water.
    The house is safe and secured and within a walking distance to the NGOs office and to the community school as well.

    We will give our Workawayers 3 meals a day and volunteers will have variety of local meals as part of the cultural exchange.

    Meals can also be shared with the family or team, creating a welcoming environment and allowing workawayers to feel fully integrated in the community as well.
    And when shared meals are not possible, we will ensure that the ingredients are available for volunteers to prepare for their own meals.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Volunteers should come with an open mind, flexibility, and willingness to learn – Ghanaian life can be very different from Europe or America.

    Weekends and evenings are free, so you can relax, explore Takoradi, or connect with locals.

    Internet access is available in the city, but may not always be as fast as you’re used to.

    Ghana has a warm tropical climate – bring light clothes, but also something modest for school and community activities.

    Please respect local culture and traditions; greetings, hospitality, and respect for elders are very important here.

    We welcome travellers from all backgrounds – whether you are a teacher, artist, farmer, or just eager to help, there is always a way to contribute.

    If you happen to be here in December, you can join in the famous Takoradi “Ankos” Masquerade Festival 🎭 one of Ghana’s most colorful and exciting celebrations with music, dance, and costumes filling the streets.

    Above all, bring your energy, positivity, and curiosity – and you will have an unforgettable experience in Takoradi! 🌍✨

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Yes

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Yes.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    One

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    No name

Host ref number: 191957217146

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Two women sit together outside a house. One, in red, prepares food in a bowl while the other, in blue, watches attentively, sharing a moment.
A woman hugs a smiling child in a red checkered school uniform. Another child stands nearby, observing, dressed similarly. The scene radiates warmth and care.
A woman affectionately hugs and kisses a smiling young girl in a red checkered dress, standing outside a rustic building surrounded by greenery and natural beauty.
Several children are playing in a school courtyard. The building is yellow and green, with posters on the walls. The mood is lively and joyful.
Two children in school uniforms stand by a colorful educational poster titled "The Earth and the Sky," pointing and learning about natural features like clouds, mountains, and rainbows.
A group of people, including children and adults, wear vibrant, colorful traditional costumes with intricate patterns, standing together and smiling on a city street.
A modest room with a bed covered in a white sheet, two wooden chairs, blue walls, a window with a yellow curtain, and an empty hanger.
A narrow gravel pathway runs beside an old, weathered building with barred windows, surrounded by greenery and hills, with metal pipes and potted plants visible.
A small, simple room with grey walls, a barred window letting in light, and a small television fixed to the wall with exposed wires.
This image shows an old, weathered house with three front arches, a concrete porch, barred windows, and a faded exterior. The roof appears darkened.
A simple, sparsely furnished room with blue walls, a single bed with white sheets, a wooden chair, ceiling fan, open door, and minimal decor.
A young man wearing a black durag and a green t-shirt takes a selfie indoors. A ceiling fan and beige walls are visible in the background.

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