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Learn French & Volunteer in Benin, Africa
Location: Benin: Ouidah
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: 5-8 weeks
Dates: Year Round
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 Ouidah 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$:
Starts at 690 for one week
Cost Include Description:
Fifteen hours of French Class per week
Pre-departure support: You will have a staff member available to support you throughout your time preparing to go abroad. In addition, you will be provided with all the resources you need including your Pre-Departure Manual & Culture Matters Workbook. The pre-departure manual includes all information you need regarding your destination, as well as advice on blogging and fundraising. The Culture Matters Workbook is a self-study course focused on:
Culture shock
Issues power and race
Managing politics, religion, and gender
Working effectively in a cross-cultural setting
Preparing to reintegrate as you return home
Transportation to and from the airport
Accommodation (single or double occupancy in self catering apartment).
Laundry, cleaning, and one African meal provided weekly
In-country staff support
Credit Available
yes
Volunteer Types
- Childcare/children
- Community Development
- Education
- Health Education
- Income-generation
- Teaching
- Youth
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 professionalsAge Range
18+This Program is open to
Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.
Typical Living Arrangements
- Group living
- Guest House
Participants Travel to Benin
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
