Location
  • Ghana
    • Accra
Length
1 to 52 weeks
Health & Safety

Program Details

Language
English
Age Min.
16
Timeframe
Short Term Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Host Family

Pricing

Starting Price
2070
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers Meals Transportation Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Travel Insurance Visa
Aug 03, 2023
Aug 23, 2021
48 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

At Projects Abroad, we’re passionate about travel with a purpose. Since being founded in 1992, more than 125,000 volunteers have traveled to over 20 destinations around the world.

Our programs will make you step out of your comfort zone and engage with your new friends from around the world. These are long-term projects, led by local people and aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. By taking part in our programs, even for a short time, you will be contributing towards a sustained effort to support the communities that host us!

Our most popular volunteer programs in Ghana include: Childcare, Teaching, Medicine, Sports, and Human Rights projects. Choose a project you are passionate about and whichever program you choose, you’ll be supported by our dedicated staff and partners.

Ready to make a difference? Follow the link below to visit our website.

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Impact

Sustainability

Travel with purpose! Projects Abroad champions responsible adventures, connecting you with communities through low-impact volunteer work. Ditch tourist traps, build rainforests, empower children, safeguard wildlife, and much more. Make meaningful journeys that leave a lasting positive impact - explore sustainable travel and become a global changemaker today!

Visit our website to learn more about our pioneering approach to sustainability.

Ethical Impact

Join Projects Abroad, a force for good connecting volunteers with communities. Build green futures, fight inequality, and empower locals on impactful adventures.

Visit our website to learn more about our impact worldwide.

Program Highlights

  • Choose a project you are passionate about that fits your interests
  • Select your own start date and duration
  • Get 24/7 support from the local staff and head office team
  • Make a difference where it is needed most
  • Have fun exploring the country and its culture over the weekends

Popular Programs

Building Volunteer Work in Ghana

Get your hands dirty and assist with hands-on construction work while volunteering in Ghana. Great for people who want to see a tangible result of their hard work!

Volunteer Football Coaching in Ghana

Live in West Africa and get coaching experience by helping local children improve their soccer skills.

Volunteer Teaching English in Ghana

Gain practical experience teaching English to children in the more rural areas of Ghana.

Medical internship in Ghana

Great opportunities for young adults aged 16 and over to gain practical experience in Medicine and Healthcare in Ghana. As an intern, you’ll have an opportunity to work alongside medical professionals in various capacities: general medicine, nursing, dentistry, public health and more.

Projects Abroad Ghana high school program

This summer, Projects Abroad offers exciting projects for 2, 3 or 4 weeks and involve teens in issues like Human Rights, Medicine & Healthcare, and Child Development.

Program Reviews

4.77 Rating
based on 48 reviews
  • 5 rating 83.33%
  • 4 rating 14.58%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 2.08%
  • Impact 4.6
  • Support 4.7
  • Fun 4.6
  • Value 4.65
  • Safety 4.9
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Krista
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Medicine Trip in Ghana

Every time someone asks me how my trip to Ghana was I almost am left without words. There is no way to truly describe how amazing my time was there. But, I try anyway. There are so many reasons why I had such an amazing time and I know that the fact that I went through Projects Abroad was one of them. The organization helped me so much in preparation of my trip, duration of my time there, and even after expressed support with anything I could have needed. I knew from the moment I got accepted to the program I applied for that I would be supported with anything and everything I needed.
The staff was excellent in making me feel comfortable and safe during my time there. Since it was my first time traveling alone, that was crucial to me and they exceeded my expectations.
I think that the work that we did was amazing as well. I believed that the group I volunteered with really made a difference in all of the communities we went to. I learned so much not only about the Ghanaian culture, but about healthcare things that I can utilize back home. I truly don't believe that I could have found a better organization then Projects Abroad

What would you improve about this program?
The only thing that I would change is have the program provide us with better equipment while working. It felt as though we were working with too little sometimes.
58 people found this review helpful.
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Sidra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Christmas and New Years in Ghana

How many people can say they spent New years on the beach in Africa? Well I can. I love medicine and experiencing it in a different cultural setting was very eye opening. My work schedule ranged from orphanages to leprosy camps and the people of Ghana are the nicest people I have ever come across. Going with Project's Abroad was the best decision I have made in 2015 and I cannot wait to go back with them in the upcoming years.

59 people found this review helpful.
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Marlow
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A great experience

It was a great mix of cultural immersion and getting exposure to the substantive area of my program: law and human rights. I loved my home stay family and met a lot of great volunteers. This program had a great impact on my life and inspired me to volunteer abroad again.

63 people found this review helpful.
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Oliver
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Ghana Two Week Special

I recently completed the two week medical special with Projects Abroad in Ghana. I am quite comfortable saying that it was a truly memorable experience. On arrival, despite the fact that I was traveling alone, the Projects Abroad team made me feel comfortable with the chaotic Accra airport. At no point was I uncertain where to meet Projects Abroad. During my time in Ghana, I was mainly located in Cape Coast. A unique aspect of the two week special was its ability to immerse volunteers like myself in Ghanaian culture. The friendly staff played a significant role in this; not only were they helpful but I feel as if I made several friends along the way. The host family also surprised me; the living conditions were acceptable and the food was good. The members of the household were also quite friendly. Finally, the medical experience I gained during this time was valuable, I always felt as if I was learning something new. Most importantly, you get the impression you are genuinely helping people in need. I would highly recommend Projects Abroad to anyone seeking a special experience overseas.

What would you improve about this program?
I can think of very little to improve this program.
52 people found this review helpful.
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Lauren
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Morocco

I volunteered with Projects Abroad In Morocco for one week as an alternative Spring Break trip. It was an amazing experience and I wish I could have stayed longer. My host family and program coordinators were amazing and were very sensitive to my needs and wants. I had the opportunity to experience an entirely new culture, practice a foreign language and I felt like I was helping people also. PA is well worth the higher than usual cost, and it is an experience that I look back on very fondly.

What would you improve about this program?
cost
53 people found this review helpful.
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Chandler
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Medical Service in Ghana

I had an amazing experience working in Ghana this spring break on an alternative spring break trip. I provided medical services in a variety of communities within and around Cape Coast. Before I headed to Ghana, I had already spoken with multiple staff members on the phone who informed me of my accommodations, what to bring, and many other important trip details. Arriving in Ghana, ProjectsAbroad staff was waiting for me with a big sign and a big smile. Throughout the entire trip, they kept me informed and feeling comfortable. My homestay family was absolutely wonderful – they were very generous and kind. I stayed up late at night talking with them – we shared funny stories and just learned about each other’s lives. The other volunteers I worked with were dedicated and really cared about the work they were doing. It was nice working along with others who were as passionate about volunteering and providing medical services to the communities we served. Overall, I truly enjoyed my time in Ghana and I wish I stayed and volunteered for a longer time period. I highly recommend ProjectsAbroad to anyone interested in volunteering abroad.

What would you improve about this program?
I wish I had more time to do activities with my home stay family; but since I was only in Ghana for a week, I needed to spend most of my time volunteering and providing medical services to the various communities
53 people found this review helpful.
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Kylegibson
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A life changing experience

Projects Abroad provided a tremendous amount of support before I left, which helped alleviate any apprehension.

The host family I was placed with absolutely made the experience! They cooked my meals, taught me about their culture, and treated me like a son.

I was on a microfinance internship, which is a new project for Projects Abroad in Ghana. We helped setup two businesses, both are set up to be financially and operationally sustainable.

48 people found this review helpful.
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Amanda
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Care Project in Ghana

I always wanted to go to a country in Africa. I researched different programs and different destinations and chose to go to Ghana through Projects Abroad. I heard Ghana was a great place to start for new travelers in Africa and I couldn't agree more. Being all alone in a different country thousands of miles away from home can be terrifying but I never once felt unsafe in my host house, walking around the city, or even traveling to different areas of Ghana. The people of Ghana are very friendly and accommodating to travelers.

The program itself was great. The staff was very informative and helpful months before departure up until I arrived safely back home. They were always willing to talk and help whether it was how to obtain my Visa, how to get around the city, or even just when I was homesick and needed someone to talk to. Even though I was all alone on this journey, I never felt alone because of the wonderful staff, the host family, and the other volunteers. The people I encountered on my trip made the trip great and I will never forget them.

One concern I had about my trip was the assignment. I signed up for a Care program but found myself doing more teaching than I anticipated. When I asked to switch assignments, the staff did not hesitate and were calling up different facilities that day which was nice. They really went above and beyond to make sure that I enjoyed my placement and experience in Ghana.

I would definitely recommend Projects Abroad to anyone looking for a respectable program to volunteer!

52 people found this review helpful.

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