Volunteering in Ghana is a national platform dedicated to advancing the culture of volunteerism by fostering meaningful collaborations between individuals, organizations, and communities. As a hub for both national and international volunteer engagements, we create opportunities that empower people to contribute to social change, develop new skills, and make a tangible impact on society. Our goal is to bridge the gap between those willing to serve and organizations in need of support, ensuring that volunteer efforts align with community needs and national development priorities. By advocating for structured and impactful volunteering, we strive to strengthen civic participation, encourage youth involvement, and build a resilient and inclusive society where service is valued as a key driver of progress.

Vision: A Ghana where volunteerism fosters social change, national progress, and global solidarity

Our values are rooted in the beliefs that:

• Volunteering is a powerful tool in addressing socio-economic challenges, contributing to national development and achieving the SDGs,
• Volunteering contributes to personal and professional development,
• Volunteering strengthens local and international collaboration. It should be inclusive and open to all, irrespective of your background, your qualifications and where you come from.
• Volunteering builds a culture of active and global citizenship and contributes to building global peace.
• A meaningful volunteering experience should be fulfilling for the volunteer, the hosting organization and the hosting community

And our work is guided by the following core values:

• CP: Building strong partnerships and fostering teamwork among volunteers, organizations, and communities.
• Empowerment: Equipping individuals and organizations with tools and resources to create meaningful change.
• Sustainability: Ensuring that volunteer efforts contribute to long-term social and economic development.
• Inclusivity: Promoting diversity and equal opportunities for all to engage in volunteerism, regardless of background or experience.
• Service: A commitment to making a positive impact through selfless contributions to society.
• Integrity and fairness: Upholding transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in all our engagements.

Core Objectives

1. Promote Volunteerism & Advocacy: Champion volunteerism as a key driver of social development, engaging policymakers, institutions, and the public to recognize and support volunteer efforts.
2. Facilitate Volunteer Opportunities & Partnerships: Connect individuals with meaningful volunteer placements while fostering collaborations between local and international organizations to enhance impact.
3. Develop Qualitative and Quantitative Volunteering Opportunities in Ghana: Ensure volunteer programs are impactful, measurable, and tailored to address national and community-specific needs.
4. Build Capacity & Strengthen Volunteer Management: Provide training and resources to equip volunteers and organizations with the necessary skills for effective and sustainable volunteer engagement.
5. Conduct Research & Influence Policy: Support research and policy discussions to strengthen volunteerism in Ghana, ensuring it is well-structured and aligned with national and global development goals.
6. Celebrate & Recognize Volunteer Contributions: Organize events, awareness campaigns, and recognition initiatives to highlight and celebrate the invaluable contributions of volunteers to national progress.