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About Future of Africa, assisting homeless youth in Ghana

Two Ways To Serve

At Future of Africa we have several opportunities for people to make a difference with our organization. Of those, giving time is one of the most valuable to the future of our children and we have two different options available to do so.

Volunteers doing street outreach in Accra, Ghana

Norviwo Extended Family 

Norviwo Extended Family (NEF) are local or international individuals, donors, and partners who believe in our work, and our street residents. They support FOA’s work through fundraising, and by giving time, knowledge, and skills to add value to FOA's work. NEF volunteers share their expertise to advance FOA’s programs and operations, they connect us to their networks and become advocates for children in street situations. We believe in global citizenship driven by people who are engaged locally.

Future of Africa Leaders

FOA Leaders are High School and University student volunteers who believe in the inherent worth and potential of children and youth living in poverty. Our FOA Leaders participate in weekly street outreach programs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. They play fun games with street residents, teach basic literacy and numeracy, respond to first aid needs and keep us in tune with the pulse of the streets. They also serve at our community centre, facilitating programs or supporting administrative work.

Our volunteers model a new African leadership - demonstrating values of service, compassion and justice, a commitment to addressing social issues, and improving the quality of life of children and youth - Africa's biggest advantage for socio-economic development.

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Norviwo Extended Family

FOA welcomes individuals and teams who are interested in learning more about our work to become active social change agents in their own communities.

Become a NEF Volunteer

Future of Africa Leaders

They donate their time to hang out with street residents, making them feel seen, and restoring dignity and hope. This is the most important part of our work.

Become a FOA Leader

  • Before I joined FOA, I did not understand what street children go through. After interacting with some of them, I found out it was no fault of theirs they were on the streets.
    Nana - Future Of Africa Leader

Every Moment Counts

Every moment a child is off the streets and in the classroom is another moment for the Future of Africa.

A New Home for Norviwo

A New Home for Norviwo

Our new space allows us to think big and dream of exciting possibilities.

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Alanson's Story - A Volunteer Experience

Alanson's Story - A Volunteer Experience

Alanson's two months in Accra have been characterized by the life-giving community of Future of Africa (FOA). Here he shares his story.

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Sandra travelled 800km from Tindonsobligu to find hope

Sandra travelled 800km from Tindonsobligu to find hope

Sandra left her hometown in search of a better life. After many lonely nights on the streets, she finds family at Norviwo.

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Become The Change You Want To See

The future of Africa starts with young people harnessing the fundamentals of social responsibility to drive positive change within themselves.

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