Description and Impact

Economic problems, political instability and drug related violence prevent thousands of Ghanaian youth from reaching their full potential. The mass migration of Ghanaians to urban centers in search of jobs has created additional issues for young people. This movement contributes to the breakdown of the traditional kinship structure that has historically transformed youth into contributing members of society. ProWorld Ghana, in collaboration with a local NGO takes a unique approach to the problem by using sports as way to provide opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, a healthy lifestyle, strong work ethic, and important values. ProWorld Ghana believes that sports such as basketball can help teach life lessons that motivate people to be successful on and off the court. This sports focused project also utilizes positive role models and is active in the fight against HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria-prevention, as well as drug and alcohol abuse.

What is the overall goal of the project?
This NGO’s mission is to provide opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, a healthy lifestyle, work ethic, commitment, honesty and integrity through sport.

What's Included

• Homestay with a carefully-screened Ghana family 
• Daily meals 3 x a day
• Project funding and support
• Onsite transportation, airport pickup and a stipend for return travel
• Health and travel insurance
• Cultural and adventure excursions
• 24-hour support from ProWorld Ghana staff
• Access to Casa ProWorld Ghana – unlimited filtered water, wireless internet, telephone access