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Community Development :Construction,renovation & Teaching Program

The experience

We love hosting groups of friends or students! We have the capacity to host up to 63 people at once. Whether you are traveling in a trio or a small group, we have a dedicated guest house where you can stay together and a huge compound for fun games and Ghanaian language lessons. This is a great spot for those who want to work together on construction and rennovation,Teaching Math and English and Childcare.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Teaching Languages: Teaching a language to the host, guests, or local communities.

Additional fee required

Amount: US$ 25 Per day

Fee pays for: Benefits for travelers, Materials for volunteer activities, and Donation to project

Description: Volunteers contribute $25 per day. This covers their full Board Accommodation and meals ( 3 times per day),donation for community development projects, tour trips, Ghanaian language Dangme lessons,24/7 In-country supervision & support,certification and recommendation letter at the end of the program.

What you get

2 days off per week

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Discounts on Parties: Get discounts at nearby parties and clubs.

Discounts on Restaurants: Get discounts at nearby restaurants.

Discounts on Pubs: Get discounts at nearby pubs.

Discounts on Drinks: Get discounts for drinks and beverages from our bar.

Discounts on Tours: Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.

Discounts on Accommodation: Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English or Beginner Afrikaans

Between 18 and 69 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details


The Tears of Young Orphans shall stop INT volunteer program focuses on community development through construction & renovation of schools, clinics, and childcare facilities. Volunteers help with building, painting, decorating, teaching, and education projects that empower local children and improve community services. Participants receive accommodation, meals, and hands‑on experience in education, construction, and child‑care initiatives.

Activities & Shift

Volunteers will engage in daily teaching assistance in community basic schools, preparing lesson materials, leading classroom activities, and supporting after‑school tutoring. Typical shifts are 8:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend community outreach sessions.

Rules

Volunteers must follow Ghanaian cultural norms, maintain professional behaviour with students and staff, adhere to safety guidelines, and submit weekly activity reports. No smoking, alcohol, or inappropriate conduct is permitted on site; proper attire for teaching and community work is required.