🌍 ESC Individual Volunteering Opportunity in Ghana
This Humanitarian Aid volunteering project takes place in Asikuma, located in the Accra North region of Ghana. The initiative focuses on supporting local communities through activities in education, healthcare, youth empowerment and sustainable community development.
Volunteers will work closely with local organisations and community members while contributing to projects that strengthen access to education, support healthcare services and promote social inclusion. The experience offers a deep cultural exchange while allowing participants to gain hands-on experience in humanitarian and development work.
The project aims to empower local communities and improve opportunities for young people, especially in areas related to education, health and social development.
✨ Volunteer Activities
🏫 Supporting educational activities and assisting teachers in learning environments
🏥 Assisting healthcare professionals in community health initiatives
🌍 Participating in local community development projects
👩🏫 Supporting youth programmes and non-formal education activities
🗣 Providing language support when needed
📊 Conducting research and contributing to community projects
🤝 Collaborating with local organisations and volunteers
🏠 Accommodation, Food & Financial Support
🏡 Private rooms provided close to the project location
🚶 Project site located approximately 15 minutes walking distance
🍽 Meals prepared and provided at home by the project together with ICYE Ghana
💶 Monthly pocket money: 200 €
🌍 Living together with international and local volunteers for stronger cultural exchange
🎓 Training and Support
💻 Online pre-departure training before the project
🌍 On-arrival training in the host country
🤝 Daily support from a mentor during the activity
📊 Mid-term evaluation training after approximately 4–5 months
📝 Final evaluation before departure
🔄 Follow-up meeting 2–3 months after returning home
👤 Participant Profile
🌱 Motivated individuals interested in youth development and community work
🎓 Passion for education, healthcare and social inclusion
⚖️ Commitment to equal access to education and gender equality
🤝 Interest in mentoring and supporting young people
🌍 Openness to intercultural learning and community engagement
✨ Willingness to contribute positively to Ghanaian communities
📅 Activity Dates
01 May 2026 – 30 September 2026
📅 Application Deadline
01 June 2026 – 23:55
📍 Activity Location
Accra North (Asikuma Community), Ghana 🇬🇭
🌍 Eligible Countries
🇦🇹 Austria 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇬 Bulgaria 🇭🇷 Croatia 🇨🇾 Cyprus 🇨🇿 Czechia 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇪🇪 Estonia 🇫🇮 Finland 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇬🇷 Greece 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇮🇸 Iceland 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇮🇹 Italy 🇱🇻 Latvia 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein 🇱🇹 Lithuania 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇲🇹 Malta 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇲🇰 North Macedonia 🇵🇱 Poland 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇷🇴 Romania 🇸🇰 Slovakia 🇸🇮 Slovenia 🇪🇸 Spain 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇷 Türkiye
🔗 Application Link
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/50375_en
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