Village Volunteers Blog
A Teacher’s Hand: Never Empty by Lily Ashley Clay
Lily Clay taught math and science to the primary 5 class at Atorkor with students ranging in age from 10-18. “They were the most joyous, loving, welcoming, and fun group of kids.”
Joy, Simplicity, Community by Pamela Clay
Pamela Clay surveyed the village of Atorkor, Ghana for health issues and felt very lucky to have this opportunity to see firsthand how daily life goes on.
A Fantastic Experience at Atorkor by Christine Keys
Christine Keys finds that the Atorkor Development Foundation is quite active in pursuing the best avenues for the community and the schools of their village.
Taking Initiative at Have Clinic by Celia Ponzo
Celia Ponzo, striking out on her own, was eager to offer more at Have clinic than her experience allowed. Taking initiative, she made it happen in the all ways she could.
Take the Opportunity to Lose Yourself by Patrick Moore
Patrick Moore had quite an adventure in Ghana including a safari, transportation debacles, and a most beautiful experience teaching the children at Atorkor.
Youth Outreach Mentors Empower, Inspire, and Educate
Youth Outreach Mentors (YOM), aims to empower, inspire, and educate youth on HIV/AIDS prevention and healthy lifestyle practices for HIV positive people.
Dzidefo Women’s Co-op Exports Toddler Clothing
The Dzidefo Women’s Cooperative in Ghana sells toddler clothes through Seattle’s Sustainable Bebe which funds a clean project in Ghana.
Young Lawyer Volunteers in Dago Village by Susan Gainey
I do not have new case law to write about. I do not have any brilliant insight into how to win your next trial. What I do have, is a way to change your life and maybe a way to make a difference in our world.
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News from Ghana: Dzidefo Women’s Cooperative & Sustainable Bebe, Youth Outreach Mentors in Kenya
The Dreams of Children by Sarah Thaler
Teaching in Atokor, Sarah Thaler also learned a great deal hearing the children’s dreams for their futures, their families and their personal interests.
My Indescribable Ghanaian Experience by Jason Donofrio
Jason Donofrio may call his volunteer experience farming in Ghana indescribable, but he does a fabulous job trying.
The People of Obodan by Matilda Noviello
Matilda Noviello found community through farming in Obodan, naturally and contemplatively helping in ways that she could.
North American Values, African Virtue by Paula Loewen
Because Paula Loewen’s visit to Ghana was for only 3 weeks, she mentally had to reconcile how she fit between two differing cultures.
Getting Acquainted through Farming by Celene Montgomery
Celene Montgomery enjoyed working in Akoepe and on Ho farms. The workers were kind and happy to let her join them in their tasks.
Learning through Teaching: Ryvanz-Mia Orphanage by Kelly Brown
The love and the kindness that the Ryvanz-Mia orphans showed Kelly Brown was so emotionally inspiring, at times she had to turn her head to wait until the tears would pass.
Ryvanz-Mia Orphanage and Missahoe Children’s Home by Jorge Mendoza
At 18 years old, Jorge Mendoza gains significant cultural insight while volunteering in orphanages and teaching math and science.
Volunteering in Atorkor by Heather Valgardson
Heather Valgardson volunteered with the Atorkor Medical Clinic doing Health Screening in surrounding villages. Her leaving was bittersweet.
Fitting In: The Kpando Pottery Fesi Shed by Emily Stuut
At the Kpando Pottery Fesi Shed, Emily Stuut was surrounded by strong women, children and grandchildren all working in pottery so effortlessly.
Overcoming Obstacles for the Sake of the Children by Vanessa Ziegle
Vanessa Ziegler was only in Kpando for one month, but felt like she developed a true connection with the kids at the orphanage. The minute she met them, she knew she was doing the right thing.
Learned a Lot, Grew a Lot by Ashley Denney
Ashley was surprised to have her own room, electricity, and large portions of food. There was no running water in Have, but she got used to bucket showers and will actually miss them.