Volunteer Abroad Programs
Big Five Wildlife Management and Conservation in South Africa
South Africa
If you love nature, the environment and big friendly giants, then volunteering
in Port Elizabeth is for you. This incredibly rewarding ecotourism project
involves working at a game reserve where you’ll have the opportunity to work
with South Africa's Big 5: rhinoceroses, lions, cape buffalos, leopards and
African elephants.
Community Development in Fiji
Fiji
Fiji is known as a tourist’s dream, with its pristine beaches, clear water
and friendly locals. Besides its endless coconut trees, abundance of marine
wildlife and countless natural wonders, visitors often reflect that Fiji’s people
are what make the country so special.
Community Development in the Philippines
Philippines
Community volunteering doesn’t get more rewarding than this. On the island
of Leyte, a one hour flight southeast of Manila, a community development
project has been established. At the heart of the program volunteers are
needed to help staff at the local community centre. The centre is the lifeblood
of the community and provides vital support for the local people.
Leadership and Cultural Development in Thailand
Thailand
Spend a fun and fulfilling few weeks in Chiang Mai and Bangkok,
Thailand being
challenged and building on your teamwork and leadership skills! Your
time will be split
between lectures at the Mahidol University International College, site
visits, and team
building activities, with the last few days being spent putting these new
skills into practice by
volunteering at a local village.
Marine Conservation and Dolphin Research in Tanzania
Tanzania
The Marine Conservation and Dolphin Research Project is based in
the Menai Bay
Conservation Area
in Zanzibar. Established in 1997, it is home to a vivid array of marine
creatures including
whales,
bottlenose and humpback dolphins. Through participation in this project
you’ll help
collect data for
research studies, assist the community in developing sustainable
tourism and lend a
hand with beach
clean ups, tree planting and more.
Marine Conservation in Belize
Belize
For most of us space exploration is a dream, but you can feel like an
astronaut discovering a
foreign planet
as you dive and explore the blue waters of the Caribbean when you
volunteer for the Belize
Marine
Conservation Project.
Marine Conservation in Thailand
Thailand
The very best dive schools have teamed up with the local community to
develop a marine conservation project to protect the precious coral reefs
within the Koh Tao national park. By becoming a volunteer you can play an
integral part in this program.
Rainforest Environmental Conservation in Peru
Peru
This project is no ordinary walk in the park and getting back to nature really
doesn’t get more natural than this. The Rainforest Environmental
Conservation in Peru program is located in a UNESCO World Heritage site
situated in
the foothills of the Amazon.
Rural Community Development in Nepal
Nepal
This is a true immersion experience; it’s your opportunity to experience the
“real” Nepal. As a volunteer you’ll live and work in a local community and
immerse yourself completely in village life. This project provides an
experience that is unmatched!
Rural Healthcare and Education in South Africa
South Africa
Assist with health promotion activities alongside nurses and caregivers
in the rural villages
surrounding the beautiful area of St. Lucia, South Africa. Provide much
needed home-based
care, educate about nutrition, and raise awareness about diseases such
as HIV.
Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica
Costa Rica
Groove to a Latin beat, soak in the culture, catch some waves (or simply
admire them…), roll
up your sleeves and get heavily involved in sea turtle conservation when
you volunteer in
Costa Rica! There may be no better combination of the fun, nature,
culture, language, and
philanthropy than our Sea Turtle Conservation in Costa Rica program.
Sports Coaching in South Africa
South Africa
In 1994 the South African Government removed Physical Education (PE)
from school curriculums. Not surprisingly, this lead to a decline in the
students' involvement in day-to-day physical activity. Volunteers are needed
to fill the role of community sports coaches in Cape Town where sports
coaching and PE teachers are desperately needed.
Teaching and Community Development in Cambodia
Cambodia
Spend a few weeks discovering the real Cambodia through rewarding
volunteer work, engaging cultural exchange and visits to impressive
sites. Volunteers assist with education at a centre or kindergarten, as
well as helping out with community development efforts in a
rural village. Make friends, lend a hand and take in Cambodia's beautiful
scenery and history on this rewarding volunteer program!
Teaching in South Africa
South Africa
Caring for fellow human beings and nourishing the minds of youth through
education, kindness and compassion has to be on the most selfless and
rewarding acts of a global citizen. By becoming a teaching volunteer in some
of South Africa's more
poverty stricken communities you’ll provide essential teaching support.
Community Development and Environmental Change in Zambia
Zambia
This project helps to develop Livingstone (its people and community) with
innovative and self-sustaining structures, while at the same time bringing
hope of a better quality of life to the local people, meaningful and
sustainable projects, while beautifying the community.
Rural Community Healthcare in Thailand
Thailand
Based in the beautiful mountains of Northern Thailand, this program works
to support Thai healthcare professionals to expand and improve the work
they already do. Take advantage of this amazing opportunity to shadow the
work of professional doctors and nurses as they work in the community,
focusing on preventative healthcare combined with testing and home visits.
Women’s Empowerment in Zambia
Zambia
Women are a powerful force for change in Africa – investing in adolescent
girls is essential to reducing poverty, improving health and encouraging
future economic growth. Students, both male and female, should expect a
life-changing experience!