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Programme
Overview
BOOKING
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Summary:
Work with underprivileged children
in a fishing village; in the capital city of Accra. Work
at a before and after school center with children who
were former child laborers, and drop outs. Motivate a
child to learn and stay in school. Volunteers will have
the opportunity to work with children of all ages, teaching
English, math, science, and other subjects. In addition
volunteers will participate in an array of recreational
activities for the children, inspiring creativity and
self-esteem. Special education teachers are also needed
for children with learning disabilities. There is also
opportunity for those with a health background to educate
children and adults about personal hygiene, HIV/Aids,
pregnancy, etc. Volunteers with an environmental background
or just an interest in this area can work with BASICS
developing sanitation programs and cleanup campaigns for
the center and community. You can also contribute to the
organization administratively; writing grants, fundraising,
accounting and web developing. |
| Duration
& Program Expenses: |
4
weeks $400.00
8 weeks $800.00
12 weeks $1200.00 |
16
weeks $1600.00
20 weeks $2000.00
24 weeks $2400.00 |
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Arrival
dates:
Any Saturday
or Sunday of any month. |
How
to book & pay:
Secure with $100.00 deposit.
You have the option to pay with installments; the balance
is due 6 wks before departure. Payment can be made online
via credit, debit card, or check through Paypal. |
What
is included?
Airport pick up
Airport departure drop off
Full orientation
Accommodations
Full support & assistance |
Lunch during working hours
24-hour emergency support
Sim Card ( telephone# available before arrival)
Handset ( bring your own, or we will provide
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What
is not included?
Personal travel insurance
All flights
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Visas (You apply for own
Visa)
Any non-itinerary excursions |
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Preparing
to Come:
A passport
and visa are required, as is evidence of a yellow fever
vaccination. Travelers should obtain the latest information
and details from the Embassy of Ghana. Overseas, inquiries
should be made at the nearest Ghanaian embassy or consulate.
Visit the Embassy of Ghana web site at www.ghanaembassy.org
for the most current visa information. |
4 helpful
steps; when traveling to Ghana:
•1st Step: Obtain a Valid passport
•2nd Step: Obtain a entry visa to Ghana
(http://www.ghanaembassy.org, http://ghana.embassyhomepage.com/)
•3rd Step: Update your vaccination and immunization
(http://cdc.org )
•4th Step: Purchase travel insurance (for a listing
visit:
(http://www.ghanaembassy.org,
http://ghana.embassyhomepage.com/) |
For general
information on travel to Ghana visit these sites:
• The Embassy of Ghana in
the US: http://www.ghana-embassy.org/
• The Embassy of Ghana in the UK: http://www.ghanahighcommissionuk.com
• Official Ghana Website: http://www.ghana50.gov.gh/ghana50/index.php
• http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1124.html
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Travel Arrangements:
Check: www.airfareplanet.com
for discounted flights or contact the various airlines
direct for a flight.
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Travel
Insurance:
For general information on travel
insurance visit: www.isic.org
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