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Learn French & Volunteer in Cameroon, Africa
Location: Benin: Ouidah; Cameroon: Douala
Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad)
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
The Humanity Exchange
http://www.thehumanityexchange.org
PO Box 2514 Prince George, BC V2N 2S6 Canada
Call Us
Phone: +1 415 800 3998
Description
Why Learn French in Africa?
Learning French in Africa is an excellent option if you want to make development in Africa part of a long term career.
There are over thirty French speaking countries in Africa. Far fewer development professionals speak French than English. By learning French you are greatly increasing your options for development related work in Africa. Not only is it an advantage, it is normally required for development work with the United Nations, Medecins Sans Frontieres, & The Red Cross in Francophone Africa and Haiti.
French proficiency combined with development experience in African communities is an invaluable asset.
Highlights
In Douala you can learn French while volunteering.
Whether you are starting with the basics or building upon previous French knowledge, you can take classes with us. Once in-country, you will write a placement test to determine your current level of French and be taught accordingly.
You will learn French in an individual or small group setting (1-5 students). All teachers are university-trained French teachers. You will learn through reading & writing, the use of media, and field trips where you are guided in actively practicing your French.
Standard French class is two hours, three times per week. Intensive French class is two hours, five times per week.
Languages
- French
Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching
- French
Cost in US$:
Varies upon program options. Please visit our website for up to date pricing information.
Cost Include Description:
Credit Available
yes
Volunteer Types
- AIDS
- community development
- orphans
- street kids
- volunteering
Typical Volunteer
-Between the ages of 20 & 30 with a desire to learn or improve French. -Many have the goal of working in Africa in the future, especially with Medecins Sans Frontieres, Red Cross, or United Nations. -College & university students, young professionalsThis Program is open to
Worldwide Participant.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Home-stays
Participants Travel
Independently or in Groups
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is
3 daysThe Humanity Exchange's Mission Statement
To provide exceptional international exchange experiences, that foster globally minded conscientious leaders and contribute to development in cooperation with local communities.
Year Founded
2009
