Frequently Asked Questions

Travelling to the developing world – Volunteer abroad with Deturk Foundation in locations that need the most support.

Assisting in humanitarian, community & conservational support – Our range of volunteer projects allow volunteers to contribute in different ways.

Participating in projects set up worldwide – Deturk Foundation provide different places to volunteer abroad with projects in Africa, Ghana, and different parts of Ghana.

Experiencing local culture – When planning to volunteer abroad, it is important to consider how you will immerse yourself into the local culture.

Exploring the country and having fun – A focus of your student volunteer abroad experience should be about maximizing the places you see and the new things that you try! Above all, you don’t just serve but you also get to tour the beautiful places in Ghana, hence the name VolunTourism

Most Affordable – As a cheap volunteer abroad travel Non-Profit, DF’s trips are accessible to everyone who wants to make a difference, through low fees and high-impact projects.

Safety Prioritized – With safety a DF’s number-1 priority, we have taken all necessary precautions to ensure all volunteer abroad programs are as safe and structured as possible.

Extraordinary Experiences – Volunteer abroad with Deturk Foundation to truly immerse yourself in amazing cultural and travel experiences.

Friendships for Life – Volunteering overseas not only opens up a doorway for new experiences and exciting memories, but also life-long friendships when meeting new people from around the world.

Make an impact – Deturk Foundation’s volunteer abroad programs are designed to enable volunteers to maximize the impact they make in the local community.

Develop a new skill – With a range of cheap volunteer abroad programs to consider, volunteers can prioritize the skills they want to improve at the project.

Embrace a challenge & Self-development –Deturk Foundation’s projects are primarily based in developing countries enabling you to push yourself outside of your comfort zone.

See the world & experience fantastic cultures – Deturk Foundation offers the best places to volunteer abroad for you to embrace new cultures and explore the wonders of the world.

Make friends for life – You will meet people from across the globe that you will stay in touch with long after your volunteer abroad programs.

Something special about Africa touches the soul. For the reason that it is a continent of 54 immensely diverse countries. Whether you’re a wide-eyed first-timer or a frequent visitor, Africa cannot fail to get under your skin. The canvas upon which the continent’s epic story is written is itself astonishing.

Furthermore, Africa has few peers when it comes to natural beauty. From the endless rippling dunes of the Sahara to the signature savannah of the east, the continent will leave you amazed. In the same vein, jagged mountains, green-tinged highlands and 100s of years of culture are all to be explored. Volunteer in Africa on this once in a lifetime trip and choose the trip duration, volunteer projects and travel experiences that are right for you.

When you volunteer abroad in Africa, Ghana with Deturk Foundation, you can choose to volunteer in different parts of:

Ghana

We are hoping to add other African countries to the experience soon.

All staff have been fully vetted by our International Team. The committed local community network provides the structure for your stay with us when you volunteer abroad. Our local team will arrange your accommodation, airport pick-up, in-country orientation and 24/7 emergency support.

Our team provides a great framework for you to enjoy the best places in Ghana

If you have not travelled much before, it is really hard to know what to expect. When planning volunteer abroad ideas, many

international participants (and their loved ones) are often concerned about safety and security. Although we can never guarantee experiences to be 100% trouble-free, we have taken all necessary precautions to ensure our programs are as safe as possible. Every program that Deturk Foundation offers has been personally inspected and selected by a director of Deturk Foundation. We have lived in the accommodation, experienced the orientation and worked on the projects. Through our frequent visits and daily communications, we have built strong, trusting relationships with our local staff.

In the unlikely event that something was to happen, participants have various layers of support available to them:

• Local Team
• Project Staff
• DF International Team

Projects are monitored on an on-going basis to gauge participants’ experiences. With the help of feedback, we are able to continually improve our placements and opportunities. Security and safety are frequently assessed as part of this. We ask our participants to raise any concerns with our local or International Team. This ensures that these can be addressed and/or resolved as readily and appropriately as possible.

Through pre-departure and in-country guidance, we do our best to prepare our international participants for their volunteer abroad programs. All volunteer abroad participants are provided with a comprehensive safety briefing during their orientation period. Our local teams will go through everything from project introductions, to emergency procedures, how to use local transport and cultural differences. During this period, our team also provide participants with a full list of the important contact numbers.

Listed below are some general safety tips:

• Be modest with the amount of jewelry worn in public
• Do not drink tap water
• Be cautious of beggars or crowds. Incidents can occur when is confusion to distract you.
• Be cautious about removing money in public
• Always try to know where you are going before you attempt long journeys. Be especially careful at night
• Use reputable transport only. Our local staff will be able to recommend some during orientation
• Try to keep in groups at night and never walk alone along dark, empty streets
• The recognized tourist areas can be considered potentially high-risk areas for pickpockets and thieves
• Leave your valuables behind before a night out in the town
• For traffic safety, always keep looking to the left and right and walk slowly when crossing the road
• Do not accept drinks or food from strangers