Campaign KMO
outreach will run for two weeks by VPWA volunteers as part of a month-long
project to sensitize commnunities on Malaria and the best preventive methods as
well as advocating for 'space spraying' to supress mosquito population and
eradicate malaria in Africa as United States and Europe did some decades ago.
Campaign KMO which is a volunteer driven initiative will start in Ghana with Volunteers from all over the world, including professionals from all fields, students etc. Volunteers will receive a training, conducted by VPWA’s Executive Director, to facilitate cultural understanding and to teach Volunteers how to address each community i.e. community customs, habits, etc. Volunteers will then be divided into two groups (Volunteer Group A & Group B). A Volunteer Team Leader will be assigned for each group of volunteers. Between
20th October 2009 and November 2nd 2009, Volunteer will travel
through five regions of Ghana to:
Conduct
community workshops on Malaria by disseminating people-friendly statistical
information on the spread of Malaria and providing preventative measures to
prevent being infected by the disease.Interact with the media and spread the
awareness.
Conduct
clean-up training exercises designed to show communities how to prevent and
clear water stagnation which is the breeding source of mosquitoes and caused by
a) uneven floor b) clogged drains c) poor gradient of gutters and drains. e)
rain accumulation f)overflows g)leakages from pipes h)roof gutters chocked with
leaves or silt i)misalignment of rainwater downpipes with elbow joint, resulting
in blockages. j) Collected water in discarded receptacles. See
Requirements
· At least age 18 (no maximum age
limit);
· Good knowledge in English language · Strong commitment to values and principles of volunteerism; · Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment; · Ability to adjust in difficult living conditions; · Strong interpersonal and communication skills . You will need to
show initiative and enthusiasm to face the many hurdles and challenges that you
will encounter.
. Must be fit to
travel long hours in bus continuously.
Documentation Requirements: Completed application
form - required for application.
Current CV (Resume) - required for
application.
Relevant Notice
What’s included in the Participation fees? Accommodation
Travels for Outreach
through Ghana(Bus)
24/7 Emergency
Support
Airport Pick Up and Drop
off
Contribution towards the
KMO 2009 Outreach Project What’s not included? • Flights & Visa to
and from Ghana Accommodation The KMO Outreach team will be accommodated in Guest houses/hotels within communities in all five regions of Ghana that we shall conduct the campaigns. Health and Safety Ghana is one of the safest countries in Africa. In the Global Peace Index it is ranked above both the United Kingdom and the US. It is the perfect introduction for first time volunteers to Africa. It has a democratic electoral process and a stable economy. Our team in the other 5 countries is there to ensure your health and safety at all times and you'll have emergency support 24/7. Flights Volunteers must arrange their own flights to Accra Airport (ACC). Please be aware that you should communicate your arrival date and time to Volunteer Coordinator. The following airlines fly into Accra:
Visa You must obtain a volunteer visa for travel to Ghana. Once you have secured your place in the project and made deposit. We will send you a letter confirming your placement for your visa application. |
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