Summer Cultural and Language Immersion Program in Ghana

Join Expanding Boundaries International for a 12-day cultural, Language, History, and Volunteerism in Ghana, West Africa.

LINK TO APPLICATION

***Seats are limited to 10 students and 5 adults. Accepting applications until APRIL 5 2024, based on the availability of space

2024 DATE: JUNE 21ST - JULY 2ND
2025 DATES: JAN. 3 - JAN 13 (Minimester for college students), JUNE 20TH - JULY 1ST (High School and College)
2026 DATES: JAN 2ND - JAN. 12TH (College students), JUNE 19TH TO JUNE 30TH (High School and College)

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RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY

ACCEPTING APPLICATION TILL APRIL 5TH

APPLY FOR PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIP

SCHOLARSHIP DUE DATE: FEB 22ND, 2024

PROGRAM DEPARTURE DATE: JUNE 21ST - RETURN DATE: JULY 2ND 2024

About Our Study Tour

Join us for an unforgettable 12-day cultural immersion program in Ghana, West Africa. Expanding Boundaries Ghana offers a unique opportunity to develop your understanding of the local language, history, and community through group tours, cultural activities, volunteer projects, and Twi language lessons. Participating in this program gives you a fresh perspective on Africa as a cosmopolitan region with a rich history and culture. Our program is founded on preserving the past to create a brighter future. Don't miss out on this life-changing experience!

Our Journey begins in Maryland, with orientations to prepare you to embark on an Africa Study Abroad. Oreientations will focus on life overseas, expectations, how to document your journey, setting expectations for yourself and a capstone project on Ghana before leaving and Ghana after your return.

Key Takeaways:

Dynamic Leadership Skills (DLS)

After our program, you will be more empowered about who you are as a person and how to connect and lead people either in your community, or career with open mind.

Language Proficiency Enhancement (LPE)

Immerse yourself in a multilingual environment where English is the official language, but over 80 local languages are spoken. This linguistic diversity enriches your communication skills and cultural understanding.

LIFE-LONG SKILLS & FRIENDSHIP

After our 10-day program, you will gain valuable friends from Ghana, and your confidence in connecting with people will grow. A lesson needed for life.

Service Learning Experience (SLE)

Volunteer work in local communities forms the heart of our program. Earn valuable SLE while positively impacting the lives of others.

Academic Excellence Pursuit (AEP)

Ghana's dynamic educational system encourages critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, preparing you for global challenges and opportunities.

Resilience and Adaptability (RA)

Living and studying in a new country tests your adaptability and resilience, equipping you with essential life skills that are highly valued by employers.

PRICE: $4700

DATE: JUNE 21ST - JULY 2ND 2024

Sign up with a Deposit of $700 to secure your spot. All payments must be received on or before APRIL 1st, 2024

Question about scholarship and financial aid:

EBI offers a scholarship range between 10% to 90% to cover program fees

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FEES INCLUDES:

Pre Departure Orientations
Visa to Ghana
Round-trip airfare from BWI or DC
Airport transfer to/from the hotel and hostel
Accommodations
Breakfast, Lunch, and Diner while in Ghana
Local transportation to/from scheduled daily activities
Entrances into cultural sites
Guides and drivers
International travel insurance

What is not included in the fees:

Individual Passport
Immunization requirements such as yellow fever
Pocket money to purchase anything outside of what EBI provides, such as souvenirs.

Eligibility

This study tour is open to students in high school. Parents and Educators are welcome to join us.
Maryland residents, particularly Baltimore and Carroll County

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Example of Ghana Trip Itinerary

This is just a guide, and it can change based on the circumstance in Ghana upon arrival.

Day 1.

Arrival, Airport Pick-up & Check-Inn.

Relaxing time at your hotel.

Welcome to Ghana orientation.

Day 2.

Accra City Tour & A Visit to Jamestown Gbekebii Foundation.

9:00am visit W.E.B. Du Bois Center, take a guided tour of the museum and listen

to history of the Father of Modern Pan-Africanism.

Continue to the Independence Square, purposely built to commenmorate Ghana's independence.

Stop at Makola Market, Accra's largest open market overflowed with goods,

people, scents and sounds to see how local Ghanaian market operates.

Continue to Jamestown, a fishing community as well as one of the historic old towns of Accra.

Take a guided tour of its interesting sight and learn new things.

Stop at non profit community day school and spend some times with the chilrdren.

Visit National Museum showcasing Ghana culture and heritage.

Overnight at Ampomaah Tourist Hotel.

Day 3. Visit to local Senior High School & Orphanage Home.

8:30am visit a local senior high school to see how high school system work here in Ghana.

Spend time with children at an orphanage home

Bring some needed items like food, clothing, learning materials or cash to donate to support their well being.

Day 4. Drumming & Dance & Twi Lessons.
Take a 2 hours cultural drumming & dance lesson after breakfast.
Rehearse them well with an experience drumming and dance instructors.
Ask any question you may have while the lesson is in section.
Enjoy yourselves with learning some basic twi vocabularies.

Day 5. USA & Ghanaian Students Socialization & Cultural Perfomance Day.
After breakfast, travel north-east of Kumasi to Ejura-Sekyeredumase.
Visit the local host school in Ejura.
Enjoy an Ashanti drumming & dancing performances.
Get involved with the dance and learn some new cultural dance moves.

Day 6. Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, Okomfo Anokye Sword Site & Manhyia Palace.
9:30am visit to the National Cultural Center a few meters away from the Kejetia market.
Tour Prempeh II Jubilee Museum, which provides a fascinating collection of Ashanti history and treasures.
Visit the Okomfo Anokye Sword Site to make a sightseeing of the sword
Okomfo Anokye buried into the ground about 300 years ago,
exact place where Okomfo Anokye conjured the Golden stool
unto the laps of king Osei tutu I, founder of Ashanti Kingdom.
Continue to Manhyia Palace, an official seat and recidence of the Asantehene.
Learn about the history of the Ashanti Kingdom including the royal lineage,
rituals and the struggles with the British forces in the colonial days.

Day 7. Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Site & Drumming & Dance Lessons.
8:30am depart Kumasi to Cape Coast.
Visit Assin Manso Ancestral Slave River Site
to see where slave captives were made to take their last bath before transported to the America's.
Enjoy some coastal drumming and dance lessons in the evening.

Day 8. Canopy-Walkway At Kakum National Park, Elmina Castle & Cape Coast Castle.
Visit Kakum National Park, a tropical rainforest of an area of about,
375 square kilometres notable for nature and wildlife.
Hike about 40 minutes to do the Canopy Walkway suspended between 11-40 meters high above sea level and 350 meters long.
Experience nature and the beautiful view of the forest in a secured series of nets and wires.
Continue to Elmina Castle, an important stop destinations during the infamous Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.
And Cape Coast Castle, one of the large commercial forts built on the Gold Coast of West Africa
by European traders well known for the infamous Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.

Day 9. A Visit To A Local School & Twi Lessons.
Visit a community school where children are enrol to learn some vocational skills.
Spend some good time out there interacting with the students and as well make new friends.
Continiue with your Twi learning skills.

Day 10. Drive Day to Accra & Departure. Aproximately 3 Hours Drive!
Drive back to Accra after breakfast.
Say bye bye to your new made friends and return back soon.
Drop off at Kotoka International Airport.

Application Process:

It’s easy! Potential travelers will fill out our application form, including contact information, demographics, passport information, dietary restrictions, allergies (food, pets, or other), and medical conditions that may affect travel. Submit your deposit. Travelers are briefed on traveling conditions, cultural etiquette, embassy information in an emergency, and other necessary travel information.

*We offer a GPS Tracking Safety Option for all of our programs.

FAQ:

What is the name of the destination?

The Cultural Immersion program is going to be held in Ghana, West Africa

When is the departure date?

We will be leaving the United States on June 21st and leaving Ghana to return to the United States on July 2nd

What is the age requirement?

This program is open to high school. Parents and educators are welcome to join.

I am not a student, an educator, or a parent, can I still participate?

We have reserved a number of spots for adults, please reach out to us at info@expandingboundaries.org to inquire if there is a space.

How Long is the trip?

This is a 12 Day trip

Can I purchase my own ticket?

Adult joining us can purchase their ticket and meet us in Ghana, but the youth are not permitted because of their age. Unless they are traveling with their guardian

How much is the trip?

The price is $4700

What does the price covers?

Pre Departure Orientations
Visa to Ghana
Round-trip airfare from BWI or DC
Airport transfer to/from the hotel and hostel
Accommodations
Breakfast, Lunch, and Diner while in Ghana
Local transportation to/from scheduled daily activities
Entrances into cultural sites
Guides and drivers
International travel insurance

What is not included in the total price?

Individual Passport
Immunization requirements such as yellow fever
Pocket money to purchase anything outside of what EBI provides, such as souvenirs.

Do you offer scholarships or some type of financial aid?

EBI offers a scholarship range between $2,000 - $4,000

I would like to help you raise money, where do I start?

Please send us an email with your plan at info@expandingboundaries.org

How do I sign up?

You can sign up by using this link: https://expandingboundaries.org/exchange-abroad-sign-up/

Do you offer family discount?

Parents going with their child will be granted a $150 discount on their fees.

How do I pay my fees

You can send your payment via Zelle, PayPal, or Venmo by using giving@expandingboundaries.org. Please email us if you have any question

What is your policy on refunds?

A full refund will be given to you upon request by MARCH. 1st, 2024. After MARCH 2ND, there will not be any refund.
All payments much be received on or before APRIL 1st, 2024

When is all the program fees due?

All payments much be received on or before APRIL 1st, 2024

Can I extend my length of stay in Ghana?

If you plan to be in Ghana for more than ten days, please contact us in email, and we will see whether to let you book your flight or extend your return date with our group airline.