VOLUNTEERS/INTERNS

Who Can Help

DOCTORS/DENTISTS

Many hospitals, rural clinics and universities in Ghana are in need of medical doctors and dentists with various specialities to provide services based on their background and experience.

Doctors can provide general medical care services, HIV/AIDS/STI services, and gynaecological care. Dentists can provide dental services. In addition, doctors and dentists can teach university students subjects related to their areas of expertise.

Volunteer doctors and dentists who choose to work in hospitals and clinical settings may work under poor conditions and with limited resources. Equipment may be outdated and drugs may be in limited varieties.

NURSES
Ghana is currently experiencing a severe shortage of nurses in both urban and rural clinics. Nurses with backgrounds in public health are needed to help support Ghana’s pilot anti-retroviral drug program. Nurses will work in selected hospitals to provide care for patients on the aforementioned drugs and help monitor their progress. Other nurses may provide basic nursing care, pre/post natal care, infant vaccinations and assist doctors during surgery. In addition, they may teach health education in schools and travel to different regions of Ghana during our outreach program to provide basic medical care such as blood pressure, blood sugar checks, eye screening and HIV/AIDS/STI counseling and testing.
MEDICAL & NURSING STUDENTS
Medical and nursing students may assist doctors and nurses in the aforementioned areas. Medical students in residency programs will work under the supervision of native Ghanaian doctors.
TEACHERS & COLLEGE STUDENTS
Based on their backgrounds and experiences, teachers and college students can teach mathematics, English, science, health education, art, music, poetry, etc., in primary, elementary, secondary and vocational schools. Teachers and college students interested in special education can work with blind children and children with mental disabilities. Please note: College students may apply for an internships with our organization.
HOMEMAKERS, RETIREES, ENTERPRENEURS & OTHERS
Homemakers can teach home science in primary, elementary, secondary, and vocational schools. Home science consists of teaching school age children how to cook different dishes, prepares western desserts, needlework, home management, etc. Learning these skills prepares students for employment in the tourism industry or to become caterers. Retirees, based on their various experiences and specialities can be placed in the areas of teaching: medicine, agriculture, construction and business. Others not retired, but with similar experiences, can be placed in the aforementioned areas as well.
ADMINISTRATORS & FUNDRAISERS
Volunteer administrators and fundraisers can provide training in program management and fundraising for community projects and health institutions in Ghana. In addition, they can also assist with the day-to-day operation of organizations.
Various kind of volunteers/interns are welcome and for more information contact us