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About us

Ikando was founded by two volunteers from the UK and Holland who had become exasperated at the difficulty and expense of volunteering despite the range of opportunities available. Our objective is to help more people gain the life changing, life affirming experiences that volunteering can give. We are committed to enabling skill transfer, enabling organisations in the developing world to access different skill sets and to helping volunteers realize the value they can add using the skills they hold. We have a base in London, UK, Amsterdam, the Netherlands and in Accra.

"I chose Ikando because the organization came highly recommended from a reliable person who now works for the ministry of tourism in Ghana. I felt too old to live with a host family, and I wanted to have the convenience of staying in an Accra-based accomodation. Plus, the website was highly informative and easily navigated and the communication with Ikando's staff was consistent and quick." Elise Wray - August 2008.

"Ikando’s ethics and goals are exemplary. It shows that there are some organizations out there that are ethical and run by wonderful, caring, switched on people." Ralph Stone - November 2006

Our Staff

Laura Daly
Managing Director & Founder

Laura went to the University of Sussex where she did a Ba in International Relations and an Ma in Global Political Economy. After university she worked for a Dutch telecom company and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers in London. Laura is billingual in Dutch and English.

She has built up extensive knowledge of Ghana over the past years. As a previous volunteer, she knows exactly what the needs and requirements are for volunteers. Though based in the UK she spends much of her time in Ghana.

Alexandra Daly
Volunteer Application Administrator

Alex will help you initially find the right placement for you and get your placement secured for you. She will help you with your visa application, travel arrangements and any other questions you may have.

Our Ghana Staff

Rose Atitsogbui
In-country Coordinator

Rose oversees the running of the Ikando Office in Ghana. She has a Bachelor of Management Studies from the University of Cape Coast (BMS) and an MA in Social Work from the University of Ghana. Rose has previously worked for the Ghana Community Radio Network and the International Organisation for Migration. She has considerable experience with HIV/AIDS issues, Child Counselling, Research, and Project Management.

Mercy Ananeh-Frempong
Volunteer & Organisation Coordinator

Mercy has a Ba in English and Philosophy from the University of Ghana and has worked as sub-editor for the national newspaper The Statesman. She has travelled extensively to the US.
Mercy will help confirmed volunteers prepare for their trip and will be your volunteer coordinator in-country. Mercy oversees all Ikando partner organisations.

Martin Asare
Refugee Camp Coordinator

Martin is based at the refugee settlement and will show you around when you first arrive. He is well known and well respected on the camp, so you are in safe hands.

Gladys Ankrah
Cleaner - Accra

Gladys has lots of experience looking after volunteers. She will do the cleaning and show you around the markets. She will be very happy to cook you one of her great local dishes (ask her to go easy on the spices!).

Eunice Ankrah
Cleaner - Accra

Eunice makes sure that the accommodation in Accra is kept clean and tidy. She will do your washing for you and help you with your food shopping.

Quarshi Blankson
Odd-job man - Accra

Quarshi has over 10 years experience working with international students. He looks after the main Accra accommodation, helping us with the gardening and general maintenance of all our Ghana accommodation facilities. He will probably be the one to pick you up from the airport and show you what's what in town.

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