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DAKAR      SENEGAL

              GAMBIA                              MALI

         GUINEA-BISSAU                                                              BURKINA FASO

                                   GUINEA
                                                                                                                             BENIN
ATLANTIC OCEAN

                                                                                                                TOGO                    NIGERIA
                         SIERRA LEONE

                                                              COTE D’IVOIRE             GHANA

                                        LIBERIA
                                                                                                                             COTONOU LAGOS
                                                                                                                      LOME
                                                                                                              TEMA
                                                                                                           ACCRA

                                                                          ABIDJAN                SEKONDI
                                                                                      TAKORADI
                                                         SAN PEDRO
                                                                                                                     GULF OF GUINEA
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WELCOME TO GHANA
AKWAABA!
                                                 Futurestars is a UK and Ghanaian registered charity committed to
                                                 helping some of the most impoverished children in Accra and Tema
                                                 in Ghana. Our volunteer division - Akwaaba Volunteers - has been
                                                 welcoming delighted visitors since 2016.

                                                 WHY CHOOSE US:
                                                 We offer the experience of a lifetime, whilst making a positive and sustainable
                                                 impact. Our diverse range of projects allow our volunteers to give something
                                                 back to communities whilst gaining great work experience, learning new skills
                                                 and immersing yourself in the local culture.

                                                 There’s something for everyone in Ghana – from the bustle of Accra to the stunning
                                                 beaches and amazing wildlife. We are committed to providing a responsible and
                                                 ethical volunteering experience and our dedicated team will ensure your group
                                                 gets the most out of your time in this wonderful country.

                                                   WHAT WE OFFER:
                                                   • Presentation to the college/            • Extra excursions and activities
                                                     university from our UK team
                                                                                             • Advice and assistance with
                                                     to inspire future volunteers
                                                                                               flights, visas and vaccinations
                                                   • Organised tours for up to
                                                                                             • Full breakdown of costs
                                                     20 students + 1 team leader
                                                                                               before booking
                                                   • 2 or 4 week trips designed to
                                                                                             • Advice on fundraising
                                                     meet the needs of your group
                                                                                             • Futurestars project team
                                                   • Airport transfers, accommodation,
                                                                                               on hand in Ghana 24/7
                                                     meals, placements included

                                                 WE HAVE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN:
                                                 • Teaching
                                                 • Sports Coaching (football, netball and other sports)
                                                 • Medicine
                                                 • Veterinary care

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Education is the most powerful weapon
         you can use to change the world

OUR PROJECTS
TEACHING
State education in Ghana is free, however the costs incurred by parents
(registration fees, uniform, shoes, books and stationery) means that school
is out of reach for many families living in acute poverty.

We work with The Future Leaders School in Accra that gives children from
disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to get the education they deserve by
providing classes, meals, transport, uniform and books at no cost to the students.

As a teaching volunteer, you will assist in the classroom in any year group from
nursery to high school. You may work one-to-one with students who need extra
input for a number of reasons, including having started school late, or they may
be excelling and in need of extension work.

The school is directly supported by our volunteers and we have opportunities
for everyone regardless of teaching experience.

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SPORTS COACHING
                                                 We have a wide range of rewarding sports coaching opportunities with local teams,
                                                 clubs and schools.

                                                 Football
                                                 Football is Ghana’s number one passion. Every child grows up playing football
                                                 anywhere and everywhere they can. Because of this we use football as a tool to
                                                 help improve the lives of disadvantaged children and create better opportunities
                                                 in the communities that we work with.

                                                 As a football volunteer you will have the opportunity to work with our enthusiastic
                                                 coaches to help inspire the next generation, bring new drills to develop skills and
                                                 technique, make football fun and provide a safe and supportive environment for
                                                 the children.

                                                 The opportunities include:
                                                 • An academy of elite players aged 13- 18 in Accra,
                                                   some of who go on to achieve scholarships abroad.

                                                 • Our “Street to School Soccer Project” from U8 - U15

                                                 • Football training run by our qualified coaches at five schools in Tema,
                                                   including Academy classes for those showing particular talent.

Netball
Netball is still a developing sport in Ghana. The introduction to the sport in schools,
colleges and universities has seen a huge rise in female participation in sports and
created a pathway for interested volunteers to make an impact through their
coaching experience.

We have been working hard to train coaches across Accra and use Netball as a tool
to teach girls about sexual health education to help prevent common problems of
teenage pregnancies, abuse and dropping out of school. You will work alongside local
coaches to improve the quality of coaching and to provide a better understanding
of all aspects of the game to allow hundreds of enthusiastic and passionate girls in
our community to play.

Other sports that we have opportunities for include Boxing, Tennis, Rugby, Hockey,
PE and Basketball.

          Sport has the power to change the world. It speaks to
          youth in a language they understand. Sport can create
          hope where once there was only despair

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MEDICINE
If you are looking to study medicine at university or to further your experience
applying to our Medical Project programme can really make your application
stand out!

You will shadow a doctor in one of Accra’s largest hospitals. each week
experiencing a different ward within the hospital depending on your experience
and areas of interest. Your doctor will ensure that you learn about every aspect
of the hospital and much about medicine in Ghana in general.

VETERINARY CARE
If you have a passion for working with animals, particularly in the field of Veterinary
medicine then this voluntary project is the perfect way to gain some knowledge
or put your skills into practice.

You will work in local clinics and practices to help deal with walk in patients and
learn about the problems that people in Ghana are faced with when dealing with
animals. The aim is to be involved in one surgery each week and one outreach trip
outside Accra. You will work closely with, or shadow members of the veterinary
team who will encourage you to get involved, be inquisitive and to learn.

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During your stay in Ghana you will live in Akwaaba House - our shared house
                                                 which can accommodate up to 24 volunteers from all over the world. King
                                                 and Jordan who run the volunteer project live here, along with our friendly
                                                 experienced staff.

                                                 Based in Labadi, a pleasant suburb of Accra, we aim to create a lively, vibrant
                                                 environment to make you feel at home. We have large social areas where you
                                                 can put your feet up and relax both inside and outside, a dining room for you
                                                 to enjoy our home cooked food and large single sex bedrooms where you can
                                                 crash after a busy day.

                                                 Akwaaba House is five minutes from the beach and a 20 minute drive from the
                                                 city. All placements are located in and around this area and the transport links
                                                 are well established. Local amenities such as convenience stores, pharmacies
                                                 and forex bureaus are all within easy reach of the house.

                                                 Our number one priority is to make sure that you feel safe and at home during
                                                 your stay here. Ghana is known as one of the world’s friendliest countries and
                                                 you will soon see why. The house is located in a very quiet area within a large
                                                 gated compound and our friendly and experienced staff will be around to help
                                                 you with everything you need.

LIVING IN GHANA
FOOD
During your stay in Ghana we provide three meals a day. Breakfast is basic but
nutritious, (with delicious local fruits as they are available). Lunch and dinner are
prepared by our talented chef who cooks a combination of local and western
dishes so you can try everything Ghana has to offer whilst not missing home!
If you have any special dietary requirements we will do our best to accommodate
you. Our dining area is a great place to reconvene after a busy day, share stories
and experiences and plan how to make the most of your time here.

SLEEPING
We have a number of large single sex bedrooms for volunteers with comfortable
beds and ceiling fans to keep you cool throughout the day and night. All rooms
have shared bathrooms.

STAFF
Our experienced British and Ghanaian staff live on site with the volunteers to make
sure you get the most out of your experience. Our staff create an optional activities
programme for volunteers to take part in, including cultural experiences (cooking
lessons, local language lessons), visits into Accra and to see the local area (including
museums, markets, the beach and Salsa night) as well as travelling opportunities
to visit slave castles, mountains, waterfalls, animals and more!

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EXCURSIONS
DAY TRIPS                                WEEKEND TRIPS
• Makola Market (The biggest in Accra)   • Safari - Visit Mole National Park to get face to face with elephants, baboons and more.

• African drumming lesson                • Waterfalls and Mountains - Visit the Volta Region to climb West Africa’s highest
                                           mountain and swim in the tallest waterfalls. You can also visit a monkey sanctuary
• Craft Market shopping trip
                                           and learn how to weave Ghana’s traditional Kente Cloth.
• Pool / beach days
                                         • Cape Coast - Visit the historical fishing village and former capital of Ghana to see
• Shai Hills Nature Reserve                the slave castle and learn of Ghana’s past. There are also beautiful beaches to visit.
• Art lessons                            • Kumasi - Ghana’s second largest city boasts the largest market in Ghana, the King’s
• Visiting other projects                  Palace to learn about the Ashanti Kingdom, as well as the opportunity to relax at
                                           Lake Bosomtwi or take a horse ride around the lake.
• City Bicycle Tour
                                         • Beaches and Surfing - Head to the western region for beautiful beaches and
• Salsa Night / Evening activities
                                           surfing lessons.
BUDGET                                                  Two weeks - £1,500 per person
                                                        Four weeks - £2,000 per person

 THIS BUDGET WILL COVER YOU FOR:                                                     EXTRAS:
 • Return Economy Off-Peak flights                                                   There are some extras to bear
                                                                                     in mind:
 • Airport transfers in the UK & Ghana
                                                                                     • Hospital fees for Medical
 • Vaccinations & Visas
                                                                                       students £100
 • Accommodation in the Akwaaba House in single sex, shared rooms
                                                                                     • Veterinary fees for Vet
   (WIFI included)
                                                                                       students £200
 • Three meals a day and purified drinking water
                                                                                     • Spending money - allow £10 per
 • Orientation on arrival and transport to Futurestars projects                        day or a little more if you plan
 • Team on hand 24-hours a day whilst in Ghana                                         to buy lots of souvenirs in the
                                                                                       excellent markets
 • Project contribution
                                                                                     • Additional excursions in and
 Please note the budget is based on off peak flights; high season will attract a       around Ghana, these will be
 supplement and flight prices can increase substantially. We will assist you in        planned and budgeted at the
 securing your flights and will give support and advice on vaccinations and visas.     time of booking

                                                                                          Akwaaba Volunteers is part of Futurestars
                                                                                             - Registered Charity number: 1177808

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MEET OUR TEAM

      JORDAN PALMER                                 SIMON MILTON                         EMMANUEL OKYNE-TETTEH
   Akwaaba Project Manager                             Director                          Futurestars Project Manager

      KING BOATENG                              TITUS BRAMBLE                        SILAS DONKOH & B. ASARE WILSON
 Akwaaba Coordinator & Coach                 Ambassador & Lead Coach                            Coaches

                      To book the trip of a lifetime email us at info@futurestarscharity.org.uk
                                           www.futurestarscharity.org.uk
                                          www.akwaabavolunteers.org.uk
                                           Registered UK Charity Number 1177808
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