Overall rating of my Let's Go Tanzania internship: 5 out of 5 stars.
Tanzania and its people really stole my heart. The people are very friendly and warm and are always open to help you. It's super easy to meet new people and you'll soon make new friends. Everyone wants to have a chat with you and there is always a lot of life on the streets. Tanzania itself has a lot to offer and there is something for everyone to do. In addition, I found nature really beautiful and I did not expect it to be so green. The temperature in Arusha is really perfect, it doesn't feel too hot and so handy when you still want to do all kinds of things.
It was an experience I will never forget and from which I learned a lot. I think doing an internship abroad gives you certain insights and experiences that you can only get in this way. You find yourself in a completely different world than your own, which allows you to look at situations from different perspectives, and I think that is very valuable. You broaden your view of the world and no longer see everything we have as 'normal'. This journey has helped me to discover in which direction I want to work in the future.
I think that it is very pleasant for many young people to embark on this adventure through Let's Go Africa because it certainly helps you with the right preparation.
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Overall rating of my Let's Go Mauritius internship: 5 out of 5 stars.
I have experienced the people of Mauritius as incredibly friendly, hospitable and proud of their country. I have never felt unsafe in this country. Every local is excited to take students around the country and show them the unknown places. Mauritius itself is an amazing country. You don't realize you're in Africa because it's a bit more developed than I expected. Nature is breathtaking. Definitely recommended and an experience you will never forget. I did not expect to make friends for life in advance, this has happened.
I did research into the reason for the high number of diabetes patients in Mauritius and wrote an advisory report on this. I would like to go back and start a project to discover diabetes earlier.
I have experienced the guidance of Let's Go Africa as very pleasant. They are clear in everything and regularly ask if everything is going well. You can easily contact us.
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Rating of my Let's Go Ghana experience: 5 out of 5 stars!
It was a very educational experience! In 5 weeks I learned more than expected about life in Ghana and my internship area.
Ghana has a very beautiful culture where I quickly felt at home. People are very hospitable, nice and friendly everywhere. I was moved by the beautiful projects they all have there that do very important work for the most disadvantaged population and children. I filmed these projects and would like to go back again in the future. The project manager and my internship supervisor is one of the most special people I have met in Ghana.
I was sufficiently prepared prior to the trip through LGA and I advise others to go with this as well.
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Overall rate of your Let’s Go Ghana experience: 5 out of 5 stars
Score of preparation, organization and guidance by LGA: 5 out of 5 stars
Score of introduction, supervision and guidance of local partner: 5 out of 5 stars
Ghana is absolutely amazingly! As the rumour, it’s indeed home to the most welcoming people that I have ever met. Going above and beyond to meet every one of my needs.
The partner organisation is inspirational and the work they do to support previous child labourers in their educational endeavours is really positive. I loved seeing the changes made to children’s lives and futures every day.
I interviewed child labourers on the streets about their experience in child labour and their situation at home, together with two supervisors. I then wrote a report summarising the findings, researching the exact law on child labour in Ghana and internationally and comparing the child labour situation to international legal child’s rights standards.
Definitely! I plan to team up with a previous volunteer to work on fundraising ideas and projects in order to continue to somehow positively impact the community in Ghana and the children’s future.
Finally, I would just like to say a massive thank you for everything you helped with, making this experience possible!!
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Why should I choose for Let’s Go Africa (LGA)?
What is included in the LGA service package?
Can I also do my Minor in Africa instead of internship/volunteer work?
Yes, many different Minor and research projects are possible.
Do you offer travel service and how does that work?
Yes, for our destinations in Africa we offer fully organized tours and customized travel services based on personal experience. On the Travel 4 Charity and Home page under destinations, you can click on the countries where all unique travel options are described.
Do you have travel and volunteer combinations?
In our different program countries in Africa we have challenging combination packages. Please contact us.
What is Travel 4 Charity?
Travel 4 Charity is a unique concept where you always support a local partner organization financially. T4C can provide a fully organized travel experience or your trip completely customized. Optionally, you can experience the development work organization up close, see where your support ends up and even collaborate there. It becomes even more interesting if you want to take advantage of the high discounts that XMS Global offers for all trips (50% on all flights).
What are the terms & conditions of XMS Global flight discount for new participants?
1. You will receive the XMS Global brochure for all info about the crowdfunding ecosystem
2. Are you interested in participation and discount? Come to the information meeting
3. Become a participant? Sign up for one time amount €60 or €5 p.m. for 1 year (minimum)
4. A review of your trip, LGA service and the T4C discount system
5. After 1 year of participation you will receive a refund of 50% of your total flight expenses by XMS Global
6. No further obligations as XMS Global participant and your always free to end the partnership
Do I get a discount on flights as an XMS Global member?
Of course! 50% discount on all flights will be refunded by XMS Global 1 year after booking your trip.
Current conditions:
How much of my trip goes to charity and to whom?
Minimum 10% of LGA service package costs. Check the country pages for each trip to see which partner organization we support.
Is there always money going to charity via T4C?
Absolutely! The support for T4C charities is a guarantee for every trip regardless of XMS participation and concerns at least 10% of LGA service package costs.
Can I combine different projects?
Please send us your preference because we have many opportunities!
I am graduated/retired or having a sabbatical, can I do a LGA project?
Absolutely! People with experience are very valuable at our projects.
Can we also go in pairs or with groups?
Definitely, it is even recommendable to share the experience.
Do I have to be Dutch to participate?
No, everybody wanting to go to Africa is welcome to contact us.
What is the minimum age to participate?
18 years old. However we sometimes make exceptions depending on the situation and guidance of an adult.
Does LGA assist with organizing flights/visa?
Yes, of course we assist with the cheapest options and easiest procedures.
What is the cancellation policy of LGA?
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