Volunteer Guidelines
FYI,
NAF is looking for volunteers who are truly interested in working with us on improving the situation of underprivileged community and kids. Volunteering with NAF is also a great opportunity to experience Ghanaian way of living. We’ve set basic rules to ensure success of our projects, positive impact on the local community and comfort of our volunteers.
Registering as a volunteer with NAF you agree to work on our projects minimum 12 hours per week. We have different types of work and we do our best to match them to our volunteers skills and experience. We have various types of jobs for volunteers and you can choose whatever suits your skills and experience the best.
Only 12 hours of required work leaves you plenty of free time and possibility to explore the beauty of Ghana. NAF will gladly take you to the local attractions
Our required minimum stay is 1 week. However to truly experience volunteering at NAF and get to know the local community we recommend you to stay 3-5 weeks or longer. We also recommend longer stays in Ghana due to relatively high cost of flight tickets to Ghana.
You must be min. 18 years old to participate in our volunteer program. Younger persons must be accompanied by adult. We welcome females, males, couples, families and groups of friends.
You need to be healthy enough to travel to Ghana and to stay in tropical climate. You must have valid yellow fever vaccination (proof required when entering Ghana).
Before travelling to Ghana you should see your doctor to consult getting vaccinations and anti-malarial drugs.
If you have any health condition, please let us know in advance for your own safety.
NAF recommends that all volunteers have insurance before travelling. It will give you a peace of mind knowing that you‘ll be covered if anything bad will happen.
You need to have valid passport and get Ghanaian visa on your own before travel. NAF will assist you obtaining Visa by providing invitation letter etc.
You need to cover your travel expenses including flight tickets. NAF organizes airport pickup for free
You agree to pay NAF small weekly fee to cover the cost of your accommodation and food and drinks.
You will respect local customs and way of living. Don’t act as you know it all. Listen to the locals and cooperate with them.
You are travelling the world and doing meaningful things. Maintain positive attitude and enjoy your stay. Don’t worry about minor inconveniences. Can’t get your favorite beer brand? Try the local one!