At St. Miracle Works Educational Foundation (SMWEF Ghana), the volunteer and internship abroad programs are available are year-round and actively ongoing. We work with schools, hospitals and clinics, care and community development centres in Ghana etc.

Volunteering Work with Rural Children in Ghana

Volunteer in Ghana and help improve the life's of less privileged children in rural community in Ghana, you will assist local teachers and caregivers in kindergarten, day care center or special needs school. Childcare volunteering in Ghana is a great opportunity for you to gain practical childcare experience and learn new skills. Best of all, you'll be helping it is really needed and working on sustainable long-term goals.

Teaching Volunteer Project in Ghana

Volunteer and help in a wide range of subjects, including Mathematics, Creative Arts, Science, Basic English and Mathematics etc. The teaching program takes place in Nursery, Primary and Junior High Schools where volunteers initially either shadow or teach under the supervision of a local teacher. Once acquainted with the school and the curriculum, volunteers in Ghana get the chance of teaching independently. It is important that volunteers are flexible as there are a number of other tasks they can help with. These might include helping children with their homework, arranging games and activities, cleaning the classroom and assisting teachers with administrative duties.

Construction & Renovation Volunteer Project in Ghana

Volunteers work closely with the local people and our local staff on tasks which include painting, brick laying, plastering, digging, block shaping, carpentry, steel bending, mortar mixing, etc.
Under the community development volunteer project in Ghana, volunteers will have the opportunity to work on several construction projects. A day-to-day work for the volunteers under this program would include;
• Volunteers who are willing to do some physical work can assist in the construction project either school building, libraries, toilet, drainage systems, community centers, ICT lab etc.

Volunteer/Internship Work in Community Hospitals & Clinics in Ghana

Volunteers with medical training and medical students will support the local health centers in Ghana. SMWEF offers a medical volunteer program in rural and semi-rural areas in Ghana. This is suitable for individuals seeking hands-on experience and medical work exposure abroad. Medical professionals are also welcome to participate and assist as much as possible. Pre-med, medical, and nursing students can join as interns, learning about healthcare from an international context and contributing toward the local people's general well-being. Placements are in medical clinics, dispensaries, and hospitals in underserved communities. Tasks and responsibilities vary depending on educational background, experience, and skill.

Social Work Volunteer Project in Ghana

As a volunteer or intern, you'll collaborate with experienced social workers, contributing to positive change in various settings such as schools, orphanages, social welfare units, rehabilitation centers for persons with disabilities, community outreach programs, and child correction centers.

Farming/Agriculture Volunteer Work in Ghana

Many rural villages in Ghana rely on agriculture as their main economic activity, but they often struggle to produce sufficient food. SMWEF Volunteers, along with its dedicated local volunteers, play a vital role in addressing agricultural challenges and promoting sustainable practices in these communities. Additionally, volunteers actively participate in diverse projects that include vegetable gardening, livestock management, and nutrition education.

Computing Volunteer Project in Ghana

The Teaching of Computing/IT Project focuses on delivering comprehensive IT education to less privileged students in rural communities in Ghana. By introducing them to the world of information technology and digital literacy, we aim to equip them with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to excel in today's technologically driven society.

Sports/Football Volunteer Project in Ghana

Get involved with sports and youth development in Ghana helping to promote a healthier, happier and more active lifestyle. The Sports project is designed to offer sports activities to rural Children in Ghana from several backgrounds. As a sports volunteer, you will work alongside the coaches of the Football team to facilitate daily practices. Additionally, the volunteers will help the team play matches on the weekends where you will assist the coach.

Girl Child Education Volunteer Project in Ghana

Volunteering for girl child education in Ghana requires volunteers to involve themselves in a number of activities at the school, on a regular basis. This may include, but may not be limited to;
• Design a proper girl-child module for the girls in order to follow without difficulty.
• Involve girls in out–of–the–class activities and educate them the importance of being in school during their menstruation periods.
• Improving and motivating girls on the need to abstain from unnecessary acts that may lead to teenage pregnancy and school dropouts.
• Helping them know their girl-child rights and the importance of it towards their future aspirations and dreams.

Child labor & Trafficking Children Volunteer Project in Ghana

Volunteers on this project will host educational talks at schools to raise awareness. The project also targets children’s rights, basic literacy, financial management, and community pride.
This project is suitable for international students, groups and volunteers who are looking to do research on the causes, dangers and effects of child labor and trafficking and to help provide the necessary interventions towards this phenomenon.

Volunteers will involve working directly with children and their families, fishermen and schools to stop rampant child labor and trafficking practices in fishing communities in Ghana.
•Volunteers will conduct interviews with families, child labor and trafficking victims and the fishermen who hire them.
• Volunteers/interns will help with the entering and analyzing the data, attending meetings with community leaders to discuss findings, negotiating solutions to rescue children.
•Writing project reports and proposals for donors and assisting with daily office duties.
•Volunteers/Interns will also participate in the selection of children eligible for sponsorships to return to school.