About Us
Adjah Cancer Support Ghana is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting people affected by cancer and promoting community health education in Ghana.
Through our community outreach, awareness campaigns, patient support initiatives, and volunteer programmes, we work to improve access to cancer information, encourage early detection, and support vulnerable patients.
Our volunteer opportunities include Hospital-Based Electives Placement and School Volunteer Placement, providing opportunities for international volunteers to learn, share knowledge, support communities, and experience Ghanaian culture.
We welcome compassionate and responsible volunteers who want to contribute to healthcare education, community development, and meaningful service.
Our motto: So no one faces cancer alone.
Program at a glance
Why choose us?
Choose Adjah Cancer Support Ghana for a meaningful volunteer experience in Ghana. We offer opportunities to support healthcare education, assist with school activities, engage with local communities, and experience Ghanaian culture.
As a volunteer-run organization, we value compassion, teamwork, cultural exchange, and community impact. Our programmes allow volunteers to learn from local experiences while contributing their time and skills to activities that benefit others.
Join us to gain new perspectives, build connections, and make a positive difference in the lives of Ghanaian communities.
Requirements
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and have an interest in supporting children and school activities. They should be responsible, respectful, patient, open-minded, and willing to learn. Basic English communication skills are required. Volunteers must respect Ghanaian culture, school rules, teachers, students, and local community values. Volunteers must follow child safeguarding and protection policies and complete any required background checks. A positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to participate in school activities are expected. Volunteers are responsible for meeting applicable travel, visa, health, and insurance requirements.
Volunteer experience
A typical day starts with arriving at the school and meeting teachers and students. Volunteers may assist teachers in the classroom, support reading and learning activities, help with games, sports, arts and crafts, or take part in health and educational activities. Volunteers interact with students under the guidance of school staff and support a positive and safe learning environment. The day may also include breaks, lunch, and time to reflect on the activities with the school or project team. Activities may vary depending on the school’s timetable and the volunteer’s skills.
€311 per week
Volunteers stay in a safe and comfortable host accommodation in Ghana. Accommodation is provided in a private or shared room, depending on availability. Basic facilities such as a bed, bathroom, electricity, and water are provided. Volunteers may share common areas with other volunteers or members of the host household. The accommodation provides an opportunity to experience everyday Ghanaian life and culture.
3 meals per day
During their free time, volunteers can explore local communities, visit cultural and historical sites, enjoy Ghanaian food, relax, meet other volunteers, participate in sports, visit markets and beaches, and experience local music and culture. Activities are optional and arranged at the volunteer’s own expense.
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