Africa Our Home (AOH) is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit connecting visitors with meaningful experiences in Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Through internships, volunteering, and educational programs, we create real community impact while offering deep cultural and historical insight. Our flagship initiative, MonTogo.net, delivers high-quality digital literacy education across the region and reflects our commitment to innovation and empowerment. Nominated for the 2025 UNESCO Literacy Prizes, AOH combines over a decade of local experience with trusted partnerships to ensure safe, rewarding, and transformative experiences that inspire positive change.
Africa Our Home develops meaningful internship placements and volunteer opportunities for university students, educators, and community groups from the United States and other countries who wish to engage with local communities and learn about West African history, culture, and development.Our carefully curated programs are available in Ghana, Togo, and Benin. Allow us to present a glimpse of the programs we offer, tailored to each unique location:
Participants will shadow public health nurses and assist with health education outreach. The most common health issues are HIV/AIDS, STDs/STIs, malaria and tuberculosis. Other issues include teen pregnancy, family planning practices (breastfeeding) and sanitation. Participants also have the opportunity to work with Public Health NGO's where their main role will be to prepare materials and assist with health education events in Schools and Communities.
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This program is ideal for students as “degree requirements in undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs often require students to conduct or assist in human subjects research (CITI 2017).” Participants will receive a basic overview of ethical principles and guidelines they must follow for protecting human subjects. Participants will conduct interviews and administer surveys to learn how sea-level rise has impacted this community. Participants will collaboratively compile their results and develop an avenue to share the Keta Story
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This program is ideal for students as “degree requirements in undergraduate, master’s and doctoral programs often require students to conduct or assist in human subjects research (CITI 2017).” Participants will receive a basic overview of ethical principles and guidelines they must follow for protecting human subjects. Participants will conduct interviews and administer surveys to learn how sea-level rise has impacted this community. Participants will collaboratively compile their results and develop an avenue to share the Keta Story
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You will gain valuable skills and experience in providing primary health care, conducting health education and awareness campaigns, and supporting health system strengthening initiatives. You will also learn about the culture, history, and challenges of Togo, a West African nation that is rich in diversity and resilience.
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In a country where students often learn about computers solely from textbooks, never having the chance to touch a keyboard, our basic digital literacy program fills a critical gap. We believe that practical experience is key to truly mastering these skills, and we are committed to providing individuals with the hands-on training they need to thrive in the digital age.
Part of the Africa Our Home mission is to support sustainable development in West Africa. The International Labor Organization estimates two thirds of Africa’s population live in rural areas depend on agriculture for their livelihoods and 60% are in poverty. Creative ways towards improving the living conditions and income of rural African communities is essential for sustainable development.
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Our public health internship program works in partnership with the government of health facilities. Each facility supports outreach in approximately 20 communities in their respective districts. The Public Health division of each health facility reaches out to communities and individuals in their homes and educates them on health preventive measures. They provide treatment to some patients under certain conditions, undertake disease surveillance, immunization, and family planning.
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Part of the Africa Our Home mission is to support sustainable development in Togo and in Ghana, West Africa. The International Labor Organization estimates two thirds of Africa’s population live in rural areas depend on agriculture for their livelihoods and 60% are in poverty. Creative ways towards improving the living conditions and income of rural African communities is essential for sustainable development.
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The purpose of this program is to explore the history and culture of the people who were enslaved and transported from Africa to America. Students participating in the program gain a deeper understanding of slavery's impact on modern-day Africa and have the opportunity to collaborate with local communities and organizations. They will also brainstorm ideas on addressing the challenges and opportunities facing Africa and building a better future for themselves and others.
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