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European Volunteer Adventures!
GoEco was created by experienced volunteers for people who are eager to travel and contribute to the community, wildlife, and the environment they visit. |
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Volunteer Abroad with Cross-Cultural Solutions
Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people’s lives. You’ll gain perspectives and insights into the local culture and yourself. It’s an exciting and personally inspiring experience, and you’ll develop memories that will be with you forever. Programs operate in Costa Rica, Ghana, Greece, Guatemala, Morocco, Peru, and Thailand. |
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Volunteer Abroad with United Planet!
United Planet is an international non-profit organization with a mission to enhance cross-cultural understanding while addressing shared challenges to create a community beyond borders, one relationship at a time. We connect volunteers who want to make a difference with communities in over 25 countries. Volunteers learn, teach, work, engage, and immerse themselves in a mutual exchange. |
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Projects Abroad Worldwide
Projects Abroad is the world's leading short-term international volunteer organization. Live and work in 30 exciting countries around the world. Volunteer projects start year-round and last from one week to a year. Opportunities exist in teaching, childcare, social work, conservation, community development, medicine, human rights, journalism, international development, and more! |
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Volunteer
Programs Worldwide with ELI Abroad
Experience a cultural immersion while participating in a meaningful volunteer program! ELI partners with hundreds of local organizations in countries on five continents to provide opportunities for anyone looking for an international volunteer experience. |
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Volunteer
Projects Worldwide from US$180 with IVHQ
Affordable volunteer opportunities available worldwide. Volunteers can participate in Teaching English, Street Children Work, School Support Program, Summer and many more projects by country. IVHQ sends over 5000 volunteer travelers worldwide annually—one of the world's most popular volunteer placement organizations! |
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Volunteer
in Argentina, China, Ireland, South
Africa and Spain with Connect-123
Connect-123 offers programs in Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, Sydney, and Shanghai. In all countries, volunteer work opportunities are hosted by local companies, nonprofit organizations, schools, research institutes, hospitals, and health care clinics. |
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Broader View Volunteers U.S. Non-Profit with Programs in 27 Countries
We offer customized, safe, reliable and cost-effective programs overseas with no hidden fees. We have worked with our partners and host families for over 7 years.
As a non-profit, you can fundraise on our website and all your donors can tax deduct the donations. We give back to the programs we work with; 65% of all fees, sales, and fundraising go to our programs abroad. |
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Volunteer
in Ecuador and the Galapagos with Lead Adventures
Does it seem to you that all travelers these days have the same experiences and come home with the same tales? Be more than just a tourist and get to know Ecuador in a way that only local specialists can show you! Have the unique chance to get involved by working with children or helping to rehabilitate wildlife. |
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Adventures
in Service with Globeaware
Volunteer vacations in Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Laos, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Romania, Thailand or Vietnam. |
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Top Volunteer Abroad Programs 2019 by Jessica Voigts
A yearly review of the top volunteer programs of all types worldwide. Programs range in length from 1 week to 2 years. |
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How
to Evaluate International Volunteer Programs by Zahara Heckscher
With so many available international volunteer programs, here is a worksheet to help you make your choice. |
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Why
Volunteer Overseas? Top 10 Reasons to Volunteer
for Any Age by Zahara Heckscher
The top reasons to volunteer explored by the co-author of classic books on the subject. |
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Trends in Volunteering Abroad by Jessica Voigts
Experts and managers of volunteer organizations for people of all ages describe the trends they see in the evolution of volunteering. New options to help other communities around the world are being created and reflect changing interests. |
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The Guide to Volunteer Programs and Vacations Abroad in Europe by Volker Poelzl
Volunteer programs in Europe include inexpensive yet enjoyable workcamps restoring ancient monuments and more, organic farming, as well as comprehensive volunteer vacation programs with cultural activities and adventures. |
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The Lifelong Benefits of Service Learning Abroad by Jessica Voigts
The many benefits of service-learning abroad for local communities as well as your development as an educated global citizen. So many great options are available to students of all ages, from teens to college and beyond. |
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Why Pay to Volunteer? A Guide for Students by Isabel Bohrer
A student explains the costs of volunteering abroad and provides examples. There are many meaningful budget project or work exchange options with few frills. There are also more expensive and comprehensive responsible volunteer programs with amenities, activities, and organized adventures. |
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How
to Find a Responsible Voluntourism Experience Overseas by Amy E. Robertson
5 key steps to finding a responsible voluntourism experience. The author has experience in volunteering and evaluating programs. |
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How to Volunteer to Protect Wildlife Responsibly by Amy E. Robertson
How to find a responsible volunteer program that helps to protect wildlife while you are abroad. |
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9 Volunteer Endangered Animal Projects Abroad by Lavanya Sunkara
Projects abroad for volunteers dedicated to helping many endangered animals. |
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A Guide to Animal Care Programs for Volunteers by Jane Stanfield
An experienced author and volunteer describes what it takes to care for animals, providing tips and suggested resources. |
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10 Reasons Why Teens Should Volunteer Overseas by Jessica Voigts
Teens will find many lifelong benefits to volunteering abroad. Here are 10 essential and realistic ways the experience transforms teen life. |
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The
Guide to Volunteer Farm Work Abroad by Jonathon Engels
Volunteer work and exchanges on farms are a very popular way to extend your travels. Such projects provide many opportunities worldwide for meaningful experiences while on a budget. |
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Over
50 and Volunteering Overseas by John
Dwyer
The author describes his incredible volunteer experiences abroad over the years. Senior volunteers will find advice along with top over 50 programs and resources. |
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Volunteer
Vacations: Seniors Have a Different Agenda by Alison Gardner
Senior travel contributing editor Alison Gardner describes interesting trends in the types of volunteer vacations taken by seniors. |
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Volunteer
with an NGO Abroad as a Photographer by Jim Hall
A former volunteering for an NGO, now an award-winning photographer and filmmaker, practically and vividly describes life abroad a photographer. |
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The Truth About How Long You Should Commit to Volunteer by Amy E. Robertson
Why volunteer long-term? Here are the top reasons, resources, and recommendations for locations. |
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How
to Plan an Unforgettable Volunteer Vacation
in Latin America by Amy E. Robertson
Inside tips on planning an unforgettable volunteer vacation in Latin America The author has volunteered extensively in the region from a very young age. |
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10 Immersion Schools Where You Can Combine Language Study and Volunteering
in Latin America by Amy E. Robertson
How to learn a language abroad while a volunteer. Here are some examples of top language schools in Latin America where both are possible. The combination allows for meaningful cultural immersion. |
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Top Volunteer Programs and Sending Organizations in Africa by Zahara Heckscher
Expert tips on how to select a top volunteer organization, along with important programs of all types, within the very diverse and dynamic continent of Africa. |
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Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating
Opportunity: An Interview with Nicholas D. Kristof by John Dwyer
A discussion of an important book, "A Path Appears: Transforming Lives, Creating Opportunity", with a key focus on effective volunteering. |
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An
Interview with a Director
of the Peace Corps by John Dwyer
Transitions Abroad interviews a Director of the Peace Corps about the many options to volunteer long-term available worldwide. There is now more diversity than ever within the famous program. |
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Women's Empowerment Abroad as a Volunteer by Amy E. Robertson
You can help with the urgent need for women's empowerment abroad. |
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Top Considerations for Volunteering Overseas… with Your Kids by Amy E. Robertson
Join your kids abroad to make a difference. |
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Learning
to Love (Senior) Voluntourists by Alison Gardner
A view on the development of voluntourism, a term the author coined in the 1990s. The author discusses the positive role boomers have played in the development and refinement of volunteer vacations. |
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How
to Put Professional Skills to Use in a Volunteer Program Abroad by Amy E. Robertson
Here are some organizations abroad where much-needed professional skills are put to use. |
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3 Ways to Engage in Student Service Learning Abroad by Eric Hartman
Breaking down the major ways students can engage in the meaningful academic option of service learning abroad. |
