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Volunteer with Akwaaba Volunteers

At Akwaaba Volunteers, we offer a range of exciting and meaningful volunteering opportunities in Ghana, where you can share your skills and make a real difference in the lives of children and communities.

Whether you’re an individual looking to travel or part of a larger group, we have options to suit everyone. Here’s how you can get involved:

  • Individual Volunteers: If you’re planning to travel to Ghana on your own, click here to access our brochure with all the essential information you’ll need for your volunteer journey.
  • Group Volunteers: If you’re coming as part of a group of 6 or more people, please send us an email to see how you can volunteer together.

TEACHING

“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

In Ghana, while state education is free, the additional costs—such as registration fees, uniforms, shoes, books, and stationery—make it impossible for many families living in poverty to send their children to school.

That’s where we step in. We work with The Future Leaders School in Accra, a school dedicated to providing quality education for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Through our efforts, we help provide free education, meals, transport, uniforms, and books to children who might otherwise be excluded from learning.

As a teaching volunteer, you’ll have the chance to make a real difference in the classroom. You may work with students of all ages, from nursery to high school, assisting in subjects they need support with or providing extension work for students who are excelling. Whether you’re a qualified teacher or someone passionate about education, there’s an opportunity for you to contribute.

Duration: 2 – 12 weeks

We welcome volunteers of all experience levels, and we ensure that everyone can make a meaningful impact regardless of their background. Your time in Ghana will not only be life-changing for the students you work with, but it will also be an unforgettable experience for you.

If you’re ready to be part of something truly special, we’d love to have you join us.

SPORTS COACHING

At Akwaaba Volunteers, we offer a wide range of rewarding sports coaching opportunities in Ghana, where you can work with our partner school and our own after school sports project to help develop the skills and passion for sports in the children and young athletes you’ll be working with.

“Sport has the power to change the world. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair.” – Nelson Mandela

Sports are more than just games—they’re tools for empowerment, development, and hope. Through our sports programs, we use the power of sport to change lives and create better opportunities for children in Ghana.

Football Coaching

Football is Ghana’s number one passion. Every child here grows up playing football anywhere and everywhere they can, and we harness that passion to create opportunities for disadvantaged children and communities.

As a football volunteer, you’ll work alongside local coaches to help inspire the next generation, teach new drills to develop technique and skills, make football fun, and create a safe and supportive environment for all players.

Our sports project works with children from u8 up to u17 where we aim to bring the joy and benefits of football to children in under served communities.

Click here to find out more about our Sports Project.

Netball Coaching

Netball is a growing sport in Ghana, especially among young girls. As more schools, colleges, and universities introduce netball, we’ve seen a significant increase in female participation, creating a unique opportunity for volunteers to make an impact.

As a netball volunteer, you’ll work with local coaches to develop the sport, coaching after-school teams and helping girls engage in sports through physical education lessons.

Our netball opportunities include:

  • Coaching junior and senior teams (ages 7–18) as part of our “Street to School Soccer Project”.
  • Coaching girls in schools within the local community to get them involved in PE lessons and netball.

Click here to find out more about our Netball Project.

Other Sports Coaching Opportunities

In addition to football and netball, we also offer coaching opportunities in the following sports:

  • Rugby
  • Hockey
  • PE (Physical Education)
  • Swimming

All of these sports offer exciting opportunities for volunteers to make a positive impact in communities and help children build confidence, teamwork, and discipline.

Duration: 2 – 12 weeks

Whether you’re an experienced coach or simply passionate about sports, these volunteering opportunities provide a unique chance to help inspire young athletes and make a meaningful difference in Ghana.

MEDICAL 

If you’re looking to pursue a career in medicine or gain hands-on experience in a healthcare setting, our Medical Internship program in Accra offers a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Shadowing doctors in one of Accra’s largest hospitals, you’ll have the chance to experience a variety of hospital wards each week, based on your level of experience and areas of interest. The doctor you’ll be working with will guide you through different aspects of Western medicine and provide valuable insights into healthcare practices in West Africa.

These placements are available in several settings, including:

  • Clinics providing essential care to local communities.
  • Local community outreach, where you’ll work with local schools, community centers  and home visits for people who might struggle to reach a hospital

Duration: 2 – 12 weeks

Akwaaba Foundation is a charity registered in England. Charity number: 1203396