Ghana Fellowshp Summer 2018

Joi Chatman Start Date: Dec 10, 2017 - End Date: May 8, 2018
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Leadership/Training Program
  • Professional Development
  • Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

My Travel Story

by: Joi Chatman Start Date: Dec 10, 2017 - End Date: May 8, 2018
  • Educational/Research Trip
  • Leadership/Training Program
  • Professional Development
Hello, my name is Joi Chatman and I am a teacher in Cypress TX. I am so excited to announce that I have received an amazing opportunity to share the rich professional development experience that I have received within my district with other teachers just like me in Ghana.  This expedition is set to occur in June 2018. 

I have been invited to participate in the LRTT fellowship this summer. The LRTT fellowship goal is to ensure that all children have access to a quality education regardless of their socio-economic status. In order to ensure the quality of education the organization is commited to providing professional development for educators in high need countries in order to benefit the children in these areas. 

In Ghana, 98% of primary school students are unable to read and comprehend information, and only 58% of all primary school students make it to secondary school. This means that more than half of the population are uneducated and thus at a great disadvantage. LRTT has built a team of 140 teacher fellows which will be split into 8 teacher training teams in 7 countries across 3 continents as part of 1 global movement. Together we will equip over 1,500 teachers with limited resources and limited training to achieve great outcomes for over 75,000 children! 

I am so honored to have the opportunity to volunteer my services and learn from many others during this journey. I can not wait to learn more and grow from this experience.

How will the funds be used?
Program fees- $1,511
Accommodation
3 meals a day
All transport in Ghana
Team Leaders
Airport pickup and drop-off
LRTT conference costs
24hr support in Ghana
Pre-departure training
Round trip plane ticket - $1,620
Shots and medical expense - $250
Visa- $200
Excursion- $531
Thank you for all your prayers and continued support during this incredible journey. 
- Joi Chatman 

Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.–Malcolm X


  • Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

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