Who We Are
Challenging Socio-
Economic Inequalities
Instilling ownership for a sustainable lifestyle through our impact and programs.


We aim to develop the underprivileged segments of the society gradually.
African Calabash Volunteers is a charity organization in Ghana that seeks to promote the Millenium Development Goals through volunteering, advocacy and capacity building.
The organization is based in Ejura in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The African Calabash Volunteer was started by a group of teachers in the Ejura Sekyedumasi District in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. The group was mobilized to start the membership base of the organization by the founder, Richard Kofi Armah in the year 2009.
Why African Calabash Volunteers
Our Values
Community Empowerment
We believe in empowering local communities to lead their own development initiatives, fostering sustainable change from within.
Cultural Sensitivity
We respect and celebrate the diverse cultures, traditions, and beliefs of the communities we serve, recognizing their intrinsic value and contributions.
Integrtity
We uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our interactions, ensuring accountability and trustworthiness.
Collaboration
We value collaboration and partnership, working closely with local stakeholders, volunteers, and organizations to achieve common goals and maximize impact.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering volunteers to make meaningful contributions and develop their skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities for personal and professional growth.

Our Vision
Social trends and demographic patterns continually influence the rates of crime. Social conditions such as housing, family income and education leave their deepest marks on children and youth. Increase in child poverty, restricted accessibility to jobs and education, reductions in earning for families, etc. have all been found to affect the number and composition of those who encounter our criminal justice system.


Our Mission
Our mission is to empower local communities through sustainable development initiatives, foster cross-cultural exchange, and inspire global citizenship. hrough volunteerism, capacity-building, and partnerships, we strive to create positive and lasting impacts that promote equality, resilience, and inclusive growth for the benefit of present and future generations in Ghana.