Street Academy was set up as a shelter in 1986 to explore the hidden talent of disadvantaged children on the streets of Accra in the fields of sports, arts, cultural, music, drama and basic education as non-formal education.

It was set up to provide free basic education to children aged between 8 and 18, as well as uniforms, books and a decent meal each day. Education is not free in Ghana!

Most of the children are street children and orphans, all come from poor communities in Accra. The children are also trained as peer educators to educate their family members, peers and other members in their communities on the importance of educating children, good health, HIV/Aids awareness, personal hygiene and sanitation.

Street Academy require the following volunteers:

• Teachers are required to teach the following subjects Art, Drama, Music, English, Mathematics, Science and French.
Code: AI02SA

• Classroom Assistants are required to help some students who are getting left behind and are in need of more educational support.
Code: AI02SA

To apply for any of these placements please click here quoting the placement code.

What kind of skills you need for this placement:
Volunteers must have a strong interest in working with underprivileged children. The volunteer must be able to work in basic working conditions and with very little equipment. You will need to be flexible and tolerant, show initiative and enthusiasm to face the many hurdles and challenges that you will encounter.


Where is the placement based?
The placement is based in the capital Accra near the beach.

Duration
Minimum length (weeks): 4
Maximum length (weeks): 52

Project Fees

What’s included in the project fees?
• Accommodation
• Welcome pack
• $100 donation to the host organisation.
• In-country introduction to life in Ghana.
• Airport pick-up
• 24/7 Emergency support.

What’s not included?
• Flights & Visa
• Food
• Vaccinations (please speak to your local GP)
• Insurance (required)

Health and Safety
There are a number of health clinics and hospitals in the area. Volunteers should show due care and diligence whilst in placement. We recommend volunteers do not walk alone at night. Refrain from bringing expensive items as these attract attention.

Other details
• The volunteer will be housed in our accommodation in the centre of town, it is clean and well maintained. Previous interns & volunteers described the accommodation as "a lovely haven in all the chaos." The accommodation is centrally located to Accra, with it possible to walk to nearby shops, communication centres, bars and restaurants.
• The accommodation has 24/7 security, a fully furnished kitchen, housekeepers, a large garden, all upstairs rooms have access to balconies, a large dining and living room.
• Washing & ironing facility is available.
• Please arrive on a weekday to avoid being surcharged for weekend pick-ups.
• There are small stores in the neighbourhood and larger supermarkets can be found a 5-min drive away.

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