Ghana 2026
This gallery captures a powerful journey of youth leadership, cultural discovery, and global learning in Accra and Cape Coast Ghana. Each location visited, from historic sites of memory and resistance to vibrant markets and natural landscapes, serves as a living classroom that brings EYFO’s programs to life. Through service, entrepreneurship, environmental stewardship, and intercultural exchange, participants deepened their understanding of identity, justice, and community, while modeling the kind of engaged, empathetic leadership EYFO exists to cultivate.
New Life Nungua Children’s Home
Youth engaged in service and mentorship with children at New Life Nungua Children’s Home.
Modeled empathy, service, and shared responsibility through direct interaction.
Practiced leadership through community-based service learning.
Demonstrated how care and civic engagement create sustainable impact.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces youth leadership, civic engagement, and service learning outcomes.
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park & Mausoleum
Standing at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, reflecting on Ghana’s independence and leadership.
Explored the life and legacy of Ghana’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah.
Connected history to lessons in visionary leadership, Pan Africanism, and justice.
Deepened understanding of identity, leadership, and global citizenship.
EYFO Connection: Supports leadership development, identity exploration, and global citizenship programming.
Assin Manso
Experienced the impact and loss at Assin Manso River, the “Last Bath” site before the slaves made the transatlantic trip.
Honored ancestors by participating in a symbolic cleansing ritual.
Reflected on resilience, remembrance, and moral courage.
Connected historical trauma to present-day leadership grounded in empathy and justice.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces civic engagement, moral leadership, and social justice learning.
Cape Coast Castle
Walking through Cape Coast Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum of slavery.
Explored dungeons and the “Door of No Return,” learning about the transatlantic slave trade.
Discussed the impact of colonization and the importance of human rights.
Connected history to leadership grounded in accountability and inclusion.
EYFO Connection: Supports historical literacy, human rights education, and justice centered leadership.
St. George’s Castle, Elmina
Standing at the “Door of No Return” at St. George’s Castle, Elmina.
Visited the oldest European building in Sub-Saharan Africa (built 1482).
Learned about shifting colonial powers and the global trade in enslaved people.
Reflected on the moral responsibility of leaders in shaping just societies.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces global citizenship, historical awareness, and ethical leadership.
Reflected on the moral responsibility of leaders in shaping just societies.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces global citizenship, historical awareness, and ethical leadership.
Shared experiences, educational materials, and best practices in youth development.
Discussed education access, youth empowerment, and shared mission.
Highlighted the long-term impact of EYFO’s leadership and ambassador pipeline.
EYFO Connection: Demonstrates alumni impact, leadership continuity, and global network building.
Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm
Exploring cocoa cultivation and value-added production at Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm.
Learned about Ghana’s cocoa industry and Tetteh Quarshie’s role in its history.
Observed planting, harvesting, drying, and production of black soap and shea butter.
Reinforced enterprise, supply chains, and sustainable production concepts.
EYFO Connection: Aligns with entrepreneurship curriculum and value‑chain learning.
Makola Market, Accra
Youth exploring entrepreneurship in action at Makola Market, Accra.
Observed wholesale and retail trade, pricing, and informal business models.
Engaged vendors in conversations about business ownership and economic sustainability.
Connected classroom entrepreneurship lessons to real world global markets.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces entrepreneurship, economic literacy, and practical business skills.
Aburi Botanical Gardens
Exploring medicinal plants and indigenous knowledge at Aburi Botanical Gardens.
Saw local plant species and learned about their traditional healing uses.
Learned about environmental systems and sustainable resource use.
Connected nature-based knowledge to modern science and wellness.
EYFO Connection: Supports garden/farm-based learning, environmental education, and holistic health.
Kakum National Park (Canopy Walk)
Crossing the canopy bridges at Kakum National Park, surrounded by forest and wildlife.
Students experienced a seven-bridge canopy walk through a tropical rainforest.
Learned about biodiversity, conservation, and the role of protected areas.
Practiced teamwork and environmental stewardship in a natural setting.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces environmental leadership, science learning, and outdoor experiential education.
Elmina Township Tour
Elmina Fishing, we learned about local customs and daily life.
Explored community life, traditions, and social structures.
Practiced cross-cultural communication and respect.
Connected local knowledge to global citizenship and community leadership.
EYFO Connection: Supports intercultural competence and community-based learning.
Global Mamas Workshop (Cape Coast)
Hands on cooking class at Global Mamas Workshop, preparing traditional Ghanaian dishes.
Prepared Red Red, Yam & Egg Stew, and Jollof Rice with local chefs.
Practiced teamwork, communication, and cultural appreciation.
Connected food, culture, and global awareness through shared experience.
EYFO Connection: Reinforces intercultural exchange, culinary arts, and global living skills.