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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General rating of internship: 5 out of 5 stars
Unfortunately, due to the Corona crisis, I was unable to travel to the project in Ghana. Instead, I conducted a desk research from the Netherlands. I made a cultural analysis about the country of Ghana and I developed 14 lessons for a school in Ghana. The lesson plan forms can be used at primary and secondary school level. I have realized how limited resources are in Ghana. And that this makes it difficult to explain geographical facts, rules and concepts. However, this is possible, but the teacher should be creative with the blackboard. I’m planning to implement my classes in Ghana next year. The guidance of Let's Go Africa was one word: Great! The people of the organization are seriously engaged in their work and show that they want to put effort into students. The example that they let me do a desk research for their organization shows this. I know from fellow students that not every organization accepts an alternative assignment so quickly.
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Overall rate of your Let’s Go Uganda experience: 5 out of 5 stars
Score of preparation, organization and guidance by LGA: 4,5 out of 5 stars
Score of introduction, supervision and guidance of local partner: 4 out of 5 stars
I experienced Uganda as really nice, where I felt right at home and never felt unsafe. Kampala is a very nice city with lots of things to do, restaurants and also bars. The country is truly beautiful. We did see quite alot and every time we were suprised about the beauty and diversity in landscapes. The locals are also super friendly and very helpful. Everybody likes talking to you, but are not bothering you at all.
Carlijn and I cooperated almost daily but we tried to divide our task in the projects. I focussed more on Women Empowerment and Carlijn on Condomwise. The accommodation was really nice and felt really like home. There was WIFI and warm water and the houselady was super sweet.
Let's Go Africa asked updates about us and how we were doing, that was nice! Also I went properly prepared.
Yes I would recommend them. I think it is very handy when you go to Africa especially for the first time. Your guided very well and it feels more safe then doing everything yourself.
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Business Internship in Gabarone Botswana
Overall rate of your Let’s Go Botswana 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
The guidance of Roel was also very good. He regularly send me Whatsapp messages to check on me and my project.
Great experience, especially the North of Botswana is beautiful. People are all very friendly and easy to get in touch with.
Research and recommendations regarding funding options for the organization. Sometimes I joined the staff to events where other NGO's and governmental instututes were attending. Furthermore, I could observate how for example a project plan is made. This means I joint in meetings where they explained how they got the funding, how it was implemented and when the project is a success.
The accommodation was perfect because the family was very hospitable. Keep in mind they consume alcohol, mainly in the weekend. For me that was no problem as I didn't feel the need to join, but maybe for others that could be difficult.
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Why should I choose for Let’s Go Africa (LGA)?
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.
What is included in the LGA service package?
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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