Volunteer in Ghana with Projects Abroad and contribute to the development of community initiatives in this beautiful West African country. You’ll work towards our long-term goals and support local communities while experiencing life in Ghana.
We offer several different volunteer opportunities in Ghana. You can promote early childhood development in childcare centres, or coach football to disadvantaged students. Or, help provide free basic healthcare services in rural areas, where these services are limited.
Depending on which volunteer programme in Ghana you choose, you’ll be based in one of four locations. In each one, we have dedicated staff who will provide you with 24/7 support if you need it.
Each of these beautiful places has something unique to offer for everyone. You can visit historical museums, hike through rolling hills, or sample traditional Ghanaian cuisine.
Projects available in Ghana
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From £1,270
Volunteer with Children in Ghana
See this projectGain childcare experience and help children develop their skills in Ghana
- Completely flexible dates
- Anyone aged 16 or over can join
- From 1 week

From £1,545
Volunteer Work with Children in Ghana for Teenagers
See this projectTeam up with young people your age to help support disadvantaged children and do community work
- Fixed dates during school holidays
- This project is only for 15-18 year olds
- From 2 weeks

From £1,270
Building Volunteer Work in Ghana
See this projectGet your hands dirty and assist with hands-on construction work while volunteering in Ghana
- Completely flexible dates
- Anyone aged 16 or over can join
- From 1 week

From £1,545
Volunteer Football Coaching for High School Students in Ghana
See this projectTravel with teenagers your age and get coaching experience working with local coaches and disadvantaged children
- Fixed dates during school holidays
- This project is only for 15-18 year olds
- From 2 weeks

From £1,820
Medical Internships in Ghana for Teenagers
See this projectJoin other teenagers as you learn from doctors in hospitals and do health checks during outreaches
- Fixed dates during school holidays
- This project is only for 15-18 year olds
- From 2 weeks

From £1,545
Human Rights Internship in Ghana
See this projectGain hands-on human rights work experience while empowering and educating marginalised communities in Accra
- Completely flexible dates
- Anyone aged 16 or over can join
- From 1 week

From £1,370
Medical Internships in Ghana
See this projectGain work experience while learning directly from doctors in hospitals and doing health checks
- Completely flexible dates
- Anyone aged 16 or over can join
- From 1 week

From £1,870
Human Rights Internships in Ghana for Teenagers
See this projectTravel to Africa with a group of people your age and work with human rights and legal experts in disadvantaged communities
- Fixed dates during school holidays
- This project is only for 15-18 year olds
- From 2 weeks

From £1,270
Volunteer Football Coaching in Ghana
See this projectLive in West Africa and get coaching experience by helping local children improve their football skills
- Completely flexible dates
- Anyone aged 16 or over can join
- From 1 week
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Meet the team in Ghana
Where we are based in Ghana
We do volunteer work in Ghana in four different locations, each within a few hours of one another. Depending on the project you choose, you’ll either find yourself working in Accra, Cape Coast, Akuapem Hills, or Dodowa.
Accra
As a prosperous trading centre and capital city, Accra is the perfect place to start your journey into West Africa. With a population of over 2.7 million of the most hospitable people, Accra is a city constant humid buzz of colourful happenings. You can expect crazy traffic, a vibrant culture, and streets dotted with Ghanaian restaurants and market vendors selling their handmade goods.
Akuapem Hills
Located in the Eastern Region of Ghana, Akuapem Hills is characterised by vibrant green vegetation and rich red earth. As one of the quieter regions, children calling 'Obroni’ (foreigner) as they try to catch your attention will be unmistakable. The villages are welcoming and know how to entertain! Join in on the street festivities or try dried fish and yams at a food stall on the main street.
Cape Coast
What was once the largest slave trade centre in West Africa during colonial rule, is now a vibrant fishing town with a rich history. Cape Coast has become a hotspot for tourists and history buffs. Historical museums and the worn colonial buildings that stand tall along the streets are a few of the things that give away the city’s once sordid past.
Dodowa
Dodowa is a smaller, more traditional town in Ghana. Due to its size, it is easier for you to get to know the locals and experience life in a more traditional Ghanaian community. The town is only a short drive away from the capital city of Accra and the lush mountainside of Akuapem Hills.