Health and Safety
Ghana is one of the safest countries in Africa. In the Global Peace Index it is ranked above both the United Kingdom and the US. It is the perfect introduction for first time volunteers to Africa. It has a democratic electoral process and a stable economy. VPWA team shall ensure your health and safety at all times and you'll have emergency support 24/7.
Pokuase, Achimota all in Accra are where some volunteers live for their program. Others who prefer more rural life live in Darmang and Amanase all in Eastern Region of Ghana. All residences are in highly safe neighborhoods.
Getting to Workplace:(Individual Volunteers & Interns) Ghana Medical Volunteer placements are mostly within the Greater Accra Region,Eastern Region, Ashanti and Volta Region of Ghana. If your chosen program is in Greater Accra and Eastern Region, you shall be living in a house that also host VPWA Head office in Pokuase in Greater Accra of Ghana. Volunteers will have to commute by public bus to and from work place Monday-Friday. Cost for Individual Applicant Volunteers pay some amount of money to us to take care of your accommodation and meals (dinner 1x).
*****Please note: All programs attract a Registration Fee of 150 Euros/ 100 GBP/ 160 USD on top of the Program Fee. WHAT DO MY FEES PAY FOR? Registration Fee (Non Refundable if you choose not to go) – Application Review and processing, administration costs, Visa Support letter, 24/7 emergency support from VPWA, Program marketing costs, Pre-departure information, travel costs to inspect programs, VPWA Education & Health Fund and communication costs with volunteers. Program Fee – Airport pick up only, orientation, Supervision, accommodation and meals(dinner) during volunteer placement period, In-country 24/7 volunteer support and In-country administration costs. FEES DOES NOT INCLUDE
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