55 volunteer experiences
Dolphins of Greece
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs April-October
In the waters of Ionian Greece, within sight of landmarks of ancient Hellenic history, bottlenose dolphins congregate in unusually high numbers. The nutrient-rich waters of the Gulf sustain a rich biodiversity where charismatic animals--including sea turtles and a variety of birds--can be easily encountered. Bottlenose dolphins in the Amvrakikos Gulf are threatened by human activities bringing about ecosystem change. Scientists who monitor these dolphins have been able to identify most individuals and have estimated that 150 dolphins live in the… more |
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Mountain Waters of the Czech Republic
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs May-July
By the time the Eastern Bloc collapsed in 1989, acid rain from coal-fired power plants from countries to the west had already damaged more than two-thirds of these forested headwaters. Forests were dying, water quality was diminished, and mountain streams had been without fish for 40 years. Now, 17 years later, conditions are improving. Sulfur deposition has dropped and forestry practices have improved. Mountain ecosystems, streams, and lakes are recovering. Researchers Dr. Josef Krecek and Zuzana Horicka started working with… more |
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Ancient Britain: Romans on the Tyne
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs June-August
Two millennia ago, the Roman Empire stretched all the way to northern England, which the Romans considered the very edge of civilization—and perhaps the world. Arbeia , the Roman fort overlooking the river and harbour from Lawe Top, became part of one of the largest and busiest supply depots in the northern Roman Empire, as it was less than four miles from Hadrian’s Wall, which the Empire built to mark its northern boundary and protect its settlements from the region’s… more |
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Whales and Dolphins of Moray Firth
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs May-September
This 5,000-square-kilometer embayment, surrounded by majestic cliffs, rolling farmland, and heritage fishing villages, is fed by both warm and cold waters from the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Its productive waters attract an abundance of fish, providing rich feeding grounds for marine mammals and seabirds. As many as 22 species of whales and dolphins have been sighted here, and the firth is a key habitat for harbor porpoises, bottlenose dolphins, and minke whales, all of which have suffered from declines in… more |
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Whales and Dolphins of the Hebrides
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs April-June, August, September
This cluster of 550 scenic islands, covering an area of more than 40,000 square kilometers, is one of the most important habitats for whales, dolphins, and porpoises in Europe. Here the warm Gulf Stream mixes with colder seas to make highly productive waters, supporting around 24 species of cetaceans as well as countless seals, seabirds, and other ocean life. Many of the cetacean species found here, including harbor porpoises, bottlenose dolphins, and beaked whales, are national and international conservation priorities. You… more |
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Climate Change at the Arctic's Edge
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs June, September
Global warming is most dramatically visible at the edge of the Arctic, where peatlands run in a broad strip around the globe. These wetlands contain as much as 20% of the world’s carbon, usually locked in permafrost. But as the permafrost thaws, carbon dioxide and methane — the most pernicious greenhouse gases — may be released, which in turn could increase the rate of global warming, with devastating implications for the planet. What happens to the peat here will not… more |
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Amazon Riverboat Exploration Aboard the Ayapua
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs March, June, August, September, November, December
The vast, relatively untouched Amazonian forests of northeastern Peru harbor an incredible diversity of wildlife. Pink river dolphins and caimans still swim these waters, while extraordinary birds fly through the canopy. Uakari monkeys abound along the Yavari River and manatees swim in the lakes of Samiria. Rare giant river otters can sometimes be seen hunting and playing in area lakes and rivers. In this remote and isolated region of the Amazon, scientists Dr. Richard Bodmer , Tula Fang , and… more |
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Climate Change and Caterpillars in Ecuador
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs July
Perched on the eastern slope of the Andes above the Amazon basin, the cloud forest of Ecuador hosts thousands of different caterpillar species, and an equally impressive diversity of plants. Caterpillars in Ecuador and elsewhere have a variety of strategies designed to break through plant defenses and protect against parasites and predators. Whether they grow stinging "hairs," develop immunity to specific plant toxins, or frantically wiggle their way to freedom, caterpillars must figure out how to keep the food coming… more |
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Carnivores of Madagascar
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs July
Madagascar’s lemurs are famous the world over, but their rare predator the fossa remains a mystery. One of the most ferocious predators on Earth, the cat-like fossa is actually a large relative of the civets. Seven of the eight civet-like carnivores that stalk Madagascar's forests are found nowhere else in the world. The habits and population status of many civets are virtually unknown. Dr. Luke Dollar and Leon Pierrot Rahajanirina , working with veterinarian Dr. Julie Pomerantz , are monitoring… more |
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Cheetah
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs March-November
Cheetahs can run 110 kilometers per hour, yet they can't run away from habitat loss, a reduced gene pool, and conflicts with humans and their livestock. Namibia is home to the world's largest remaining cheetah population, with 90 percent of its cheetahs living on livestock farmlands where conflict with humans is the greatest threat. The survival of the Namibian cheetah lies in the hands of about 1,000 commercial farmers, who generally view this predator as a threat to their livelihoods.… more |
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Coral and Coastal Ecology of the Seychelles
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs April
In 1979, Curieuse Island and its surrounding waters were declared a Marine National Park by the Seychelles in order to protect the native wildlife. Today it is home to a diverse array of habitats, ranging from open grasslands to tall lush woodland to a species-rich coastal ecosystem. Your help in studying the reef and the coastal ecosystem will allow researchers to provide invaluable data to the Seychelles government, to the local community, and to conservation groups, engaging them in promoting… more |
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Elephants of Tsavo
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs April, June, July, October, December
The Tsavo ecosystem harbors Kenya's largest and most important single population of elephants, numbering 10,000. But not all of this ecosystem is protected, and fragmentation of the elephant's original range has resulted in the disruption of traditional routes. Human-elephant conflicts are occurring with increasing frequency. The Kenya Wildlife Service needs accurate information on the seasonal movements of elephants to provide safe access to their dispersal areas and protect local communities and their crops. You can help Drs. Barbara McKnight and… more |
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Meerkats of the Kalahari
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs March-May, July, August, October
Cooperative breeding, in which animals help others raise their young, occurs in many animal species. It appears to be common in the Kalahari Desert, where extreme conditions have molded cooperative breeding in meerkats, those inimitable relatives of mongooses that stand upright to peer across the landscape. The explanation for this behavior has been that related animals benefit by having shared genes passed on in the young they helped nurture. However, renowned behavioral ecologist Dr. Timothy Clutton-Brock and his colleague Dr.… more |
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Saving Kenya’s Black Rhinos
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs July-October
In the past 30 years, poaching has reduced Kenya's black rhinoceros population from 20,000 to a mere 400. Fenced-in, scout-patrolled sanctuaries like this 100-square-kilometer reserve have kept rhinos on the map, even bringing their number back to about 500. But in the wake of this success, new concerns have arisen: potential competition with giraffes and elephants, calf predation by hyenas and lions, even having too many rhinos in enclosed reserves. Only a close examination of interactions between these competing large… more |
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South Africa's Brown Hyenas
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs January, August, November
Despite their bad reputation, brown hyenas are actually social mammals that live in tight-knit clans, where members will even help suckle each other's young. Like other carnivores, brown hyenas are suffering from shrinking habitats and conflict with humans. The land around protected areas is being increasingly developed, and hyenas that venture into neighboring farmland and game ranches are at risk of being poisoned, trapped, or hunted down as pests. Finding a way to live peacefully on land outside of parks… more |
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South African Penguins
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs March-July
Infamous as Nelson Mandela's former incarceration site, this island is a hotspot for seabird biodiversity, including threatened bank cormorants, African black oystercatchers, and 15,000 African penguins. It also lies in the middle of major shipping lanes, and the risk of oil spills to local seabirds has been well documented. The worst oil spill occurred in 2000, when 13,000 penguins were "oiled" on Robben Island alone. Most of these were cleaned and released, but the future of this penguin population (reduced… more |
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Tidal Forests of Kenya
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs June, July
Mangrove forests are among the most productive wetland ecosystems on Earth. These tropical coastal woodlands provide crucial habitat, protect coral reefs from sedimentation, and, as demonstrated by the tsunami of 2004, play a critical role in protecting tropical coastlines. They are also one of the most threatened habitats. Historically, mangrove forests lined three-quarters of all tropical and subtropical coasts. Today, less than half of these forests remain, and an estimated 2 percent more are degraded each year for firewood, building… more |
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Climate Change and Caterpillars in Costa Rica
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs December
Caterpillars have developed an impressive repertoire of defenses to protect themselves from predators and parasites. Some eat plant toxins to keep parasites off, others “bungee-jump” out of harm's way. Understanding why one caterpillar is a diner and the other is dinner is an important part of learning how to conserve forests and other habitats. Working in one of the world's richest tropical rainforests, you can help sort out the tangle of offense and defense in Costa Rica. more |
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Wildlife of the Mongolian Steppe
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs May, June, August, September
This magnificent region of semi-arid grasslands and rocky outcrops is one of the best hopes for wildlife in central Asia. Argali sheep, lesser kestrels, cinereous vultures, and other animals threatened throughout their range find a stronghold here. Herds of graceful Mongolian gazelles and goitered gazelles roam freely through the reserve. For five years, Earthwatch teams have worked to study and conserve the area’s wildlife, including the threatened argali—the largest mountain sheep in the world with huge, curling horns. Their efforts… more |
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Bahamian Reef Survey
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs February, June, November
Coral reefs are at serious risk due to climate change, coastal development, over fishing, and other environmental stressors. One of the first signs that corals are in trouble is coral bleaching, when algae living within the reef organism fail during environmental stress, leaving the coral colorless and leaving area fish without nutrition. Prolonged bleaching kills coral, with drastic impacts on marine biodiversity, fisheries, tourism, and shore protection—and bleachings are on a dramatic rise worldwide. Coral diseases have also been increasing… more |
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Trinidad's Leatherback Sea Turtles
by Earthwatch Institute (6 testimonials)
Departs March-July
This tropical island off the coast of Venezuela is known for its vibrant ethnic diversity and rich cultural events. It is also the site of one of the most important nesting beaches for endangered leatherback turtles, enormous reptiles that can weigh a ton and dive deeper than many whales. Each year, more than 2,000 female leatherbacks haul themselves onto Matura Beach to lay their eggs. With leatherback populations declining more quickly than any other large animal in modern history, each… more |
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Puerto Rico's Rainforest
by Earthwatch Institute (3 testimonials)
Departs November-January, March, June
The World Resources Institute estimates that each year 13.7 million hectares of tropical forest are cut down, with drastic consequences for biodiversity and local economic sustainability. Dr. Mark Nelson and the staff at Las Casas de la Selva are testing ways to harvest rainforest trees by mimicking nature. The project staff cuts long, three-meter-wide slots through the forest, each line separated by 10 meters of intact rainforest, as if a canopy tree had fallen in the rainforest. They plant tree… more |
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The Road Less Traveled Andean Village Experience
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
If you are looking for a truly "off the beaten path" experience in a community with real need, then you've found it! Your volunteer program will take place in beautiful San Pedro de Casta, a secluded and traditional village located high in the Andes, about 4 hours outside of Lima. The people of San Pedro make their communal living by farming the terraced land of the surrounding mountains, as their ancestors did for thousands of years before them. more |
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Care for Cuzco: Heart of the Inca Empire
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
Cusco is known the world over as the enchanting heart of the Inca civilization, and is the gateway to one of the great wonders of the world: Machu Picchu. With its narrow, cobblestone streets, Colonial architecture atop Incan stonework, and locals in vibrant and traditional dress, you will forget you are living in the 21st century more |
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Costa Rica Caribbean Community Experience
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
Costa Rica is a cultural and natural paradise, but most travelers only see its impersonal and touristy side. Globe Aware’s two Costa Rica programs offer a unique opportunity to help small communities improve their livelihoods and create a sustainable future in ecologically important areas more |
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Sustaining Thailand's Treasures
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs September-March
A rare opportunity to live and breathe the beauty of Thailand beyond the mass media stereotype � see and participate in how Thais really live and help in solving the problems they have identified. You will find yourself in the most unique environments, possibly interpreting English songs for Buddhist monks on one day and cooking Pad Thai with your Thai family in the evenings. Your proximity to Bangkok (less than 1 hour by bus) and the surrounding treasures in Ayuthaya… more |
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The Road Less Traveled Brazilian Village Experience
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs August
Palm trees, sand, sunshine, surf. Laughter, poverty, beauty, pain, its all part of the Bahian reality. It is affectionately said that when Bahians are not actually participating in a festival they are rehearsing for one." And in a way it's true. The people of Bahia, a fusion of Africans, Native Americans and Europeans, are carefree and upbeat, always looking for a good time. However when you get outside of the noise and traffic of the tourist complexes of Brazil, you'll… more |
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Cambodia Rediscovered
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
Cambodia is one of the most fascinating countries in Southeast Asia. Following years of war and genocide, Cambodia is now a very safe place to visit, and most importantly, extremely needy. The Angkor Wat temple complex is an enormous tourist draw and the city of Siem Reap is seeing more visitors than ever. Unfortunately, most Cambodians are not reaping the benefits of the blossoming tourism industry, and a large percentage of people still live in abject poverty. Cambodia’s children are… more |
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The Path Less Taken: Laos
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
Laos is one of the most pristine and laid-back countries in Southeast Asia, despite its landlocked location between such formidable neighbors as China, Vietnam, and Thailand. Laos is also one of the least developed and most impoverished countries in the region, so the opportunities for volunteer assistance are vast. The Globe Aware program takes place in fascinating Luang Prabang, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its charming French-colonial architecture. Monks in saffron robes still stroll to Luang… more |
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Expedition Vietnam
by Globe Aware (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
A short drive from the central city of Danang, Hoi An has rightly earned a reputation as one of Vietnam's most picturesque towns. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Hoi An draws visitors to its lovingly preserved mix of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese and French architecture - evidence of the town's fascinating past as a major trading port. From the 17th to the 19th century, Phai Pho which is Hoi An's old name riverside port was frequented by trader from… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Brazil
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs December-October
A study in startling contrasts, Brazil offers vast refreshment for the eyes as well as a great international service opportunity. In this country of dense rainforests, dazzling beaches, and dynamic cities, a great population of children struggles amidst pervasive poverty. You can care for children of all ages and support their parents in the colonial seaside community of Salvador. Relying on meager resources, our host organization works to provide safe child care, basic medical services and educational programs. You're needed… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In China
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March-May, July-November
China is both a land of mystery and an archeological and cultural wonder. Volunteering on a service program is a unique and meaningful way to discover this fascinating nation - home to one-fifth of the world's population. Working in three distinct metropolitan areas, volunteers on Global Volunteers service teams contribute to the educational development of youth, adults, teachers and also help care for at-risk babies in a children's home. Our hosts in the cities of Xi'an, Kunming, and Haikou City need… more |
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Volunteer Vacation Cook Islands
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March, April, August, October
Few places in the world are as beautiful and idyllic as the Cook Islands of the South Pacific. Unspoiled ancient mountains ringed by crystal-clear, turquoise water attracted a hearty and self-reliant Maori people. Today, the beauty remains, but local people are challenged by a declining population, a weakened economy, and lost social programs. You can help restore the island's vitality and learn about a fascinating culture. Our NGO host partner on the main island of Rarotonga directs our work to… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Costa Rica
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March, May-August, October
"Pura vida" - Costa Ricans' traditional greeting which is literally translated "pure life" - means to walk lightly, stop and smell the flowers, take it easy, and enjoy life. If you enjoy "soft adventure," work with our host partners on family-friendly service efforts with resourceful grass-roots agencies. Local leaders near Santa Elena direct community development projects such as renovating buildings, landscaping public spaces, helping a women's community cooperative, painting classrooms, and improving eco-tourism. The variety of work changes from team… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Ecuador
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs May, June, August, October
The spectacular ancient Andean culture, with its haunting music, expressive dance and vibrant dress, is matched only by the enchanting landscapes and hospitable people. In Ecuador, eleven distinct cultures weave harmoniously together to unite past and present. As a Global Volunteer, you experience Ecuador through her people...needy children, their families and care-givers. Extreme poverty is the reality for the children you'll serve in the Quito area, but you can help improve opportunities in these young lives. Our service program enables… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Ghana
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs February, April-November
Scenic valleys and coastal communities await your helping hands. Work alongside children, adults and elders on basic, but critically important service projects. Our host partners seek help with broad-based economic and educational development to significantly improve local residents' quality of life. Long-term community plans call for an expanded market, improved health care facilities, and increased school resources. Here's a place where individuals, groups and families can make a significant difference -- help children who struggle with much that we take… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Greece
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs May-August, October
If you are a native English speaker, you can be an important classroom resource in Crete. Help promising young students learn the international language of commerce, technology, and opportunity! During the school year, and at summer language "camps," you're needed to work with students on English pronunciation and usage. Established classroom materials and curricula guide your lessons. You need no professional teaching experience. Your knowledge of standard pronunciation, idioms, and syntax is the resource they seek. What's more, your assignment… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Hungary
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs May, October
Experience Hodmezovasarhely, (HOD-mezer-vah-shar-hey) Hungary: Rural vineyards, quaint neighborhoods, verdant parks, sidewalk cafes and art galleries -- All compelling indicators of the recent European Union partner's vibrant culture. After less than two decades of independence, Hungary has adopted English as the language of commerce, technology and opportunity. English is now widely spoken on the street and in business, and is mandatory in classrooms. You're needed to teach conversational English to Hungary's future leaders! Public schools administrators are requesting help with lessons… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In India
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March, July-November
You're needed to help orphaned and vulnerable children in Chennai, southern India. Official figures indicate that that there are over 5,000 child laborers in the Chennai area. Once homeless or living in unimaginable poverty, the youth we serve are now preparing for a productive, healthy future. Your help is much needed to teach and stimulate young minds, care for youth of all ages, assist with light construction and renovation to improve educational and living conditions, and provide medical care. Know… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In N. Ireland
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March, June, August, October
With the inception of a power-sharing agreement in Northern Ireland between former unionist and nationalist foes, the decades-long peace process has dramatically shifted on the divided island. Organizations to manage new collaborative programs between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland enthusiastically embrace the challenge of healing historic wounds and shining a light on the future. Our host is committed to working with individuals and communities which have suffered through the violence and polarization of the 30-year Northern Irish conflict. Each… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Italy
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs April, May, July, October
As a lauded tourist destination, Italy's "heel of the boot" extends a gentle familiarity to international travelers. Whitewashed buildings, narrow streets, fresh-air markets and rocky hills jutting into the sky-blue Adriatic Sea cast a spell on all who visit. But what many tourists miss is a meaningful human connection to the enchanting Puglia region. Teach English and experience southern Italy as L'amico preferito" ("favorite friend"). Our local education hosts will engage you in English language classrooms and a Children's Home… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Jamaica
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March
Assist with community development projects in the fabled Blue Mountains. See your efforts transform a village! As the birthplace of Global Volunteers' service programs, Jamaica's mountain villages have welcomed us for over two decades. Volunteers have helped in many ways: building footbridges, painting classrooms and community centers, and occasionally by performing dental extractions, well-baby exams, and outreach to home-bound seniors. We invite you to serve this economically poor, isolated area. You'll find the tropical vistas of the travel brochures, certainly.… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Peru
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs April-February
Children in all countries of the world are precious. But those who must overcome great odds hold a special place in our hearts. Tragically, the poor children living on the streets of Lima -- abandoned, orphaned, and/or disabled are some of the most desperate. But, thanks to our host partner, there's hope because loving and safe "homes" give homeless and displaced children a fighting chance for a future. Global Volunteers offers you a rare opportunity to be of genuine service… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Poland
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs May, July, August, October
You can help advance Poland's impressive progress as a global model of democracy. Part of overcoming the past and joining the European Union required a bold investment in children and youth who hold the country's future in their minds and hearts. Our dedicated host partner works to ensure that you are engaged in volunteer service projects to maximize your individual contribution. Teach English to youth and adults, nurture at-risk children, and support disabled people of all ages. Demonstrate the great value of… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Romania:
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs February-November
An enchanting and picturesque land where past and present rub shoulders, Romania is a nation of medieval cities, painted monasteries and towering mountains. Her people are likewise captivating, having survived a tumultuous history and a recent revolution with grace and fierce pride. Our hosts in the Moldavia region of Eastern Romania enable you to care for needy and abandoned babies and teach English to middle- school and high-school students. No matter the circumstances of their birth, infants, toddlers and teens… more |
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Volunteer Vacation In Tanzania
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March-August, October, November
The Serengeti Plain, the Great Ruaha Rift, and the Masai and Hehe tribes - these natural and cultural wonders of Tanzania can transport you to a world without pressures or worries. Sadly, the human realities within this beautiful region are startling: High infant mortality, poor health care, and low literacy rates stemming from extreme poverty. In the Iringa district, needs are immense and resources are few. Since 1987, we've worked in partnership with local leaders to bring human and economic… more |
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Volunteer In The USA
by Global Volunteers (1 testimonials)
Departs March-October
Unique and meaningful opportunities await you within the borders of the United States! From the hills of Appalachia to the prairies of Minnesota and the mountaintops of Montana, you can help resourceful communities make a better life for their children. We connect you one-on-one with local people on significant community projects for a week of service, learning and fun. Along with your teammates, you will have the unique experience of becoming a part of another community and becoming friends with… more |
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Ho'olaulima: Community Service Project & Sacred Sites Tour
by Hina Adventures (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
life in ancient Hawaii, the relationship of the people with the land, and how our ancestors were able to survive and prosper by living in balance with their surroundings. Become a part of this ancient practice by spending a morning helping with the restoration of one of Oahu's sacred sites. more |
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Service Project Tours
by Hina Adventures (0 testimonials)
Departs Year-round
Hina Adventures can assist groups in creating a service project tour experience. We work in collaboration with existing community organizations that function as caretakers for culturally-significant areas. There's always lots of work that needs to be done, and help is always welcomed. All of the below organizations offer regularly-scheduled volunteer days. However, if you would like to learn about the area and culture as a part of the experience, then Hina Adventures can help. Where possible, we can create Ahupua‘a… more |
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Thomson's 360 Degree Safari
by Thomson Safaris (4 testimonials)
Departs January
Thomson Safaris has spent a lot of time with community leaders, getting to know them and asking them what they needed. The focus of this trip is not on "westernizing" or "making donations" that we dream up back home. The whole concept is to assist in fulfilling Tanzania's goals, not ours. And so, throughout many different communities, the common thread was the children; providing them with a safe place to learn or play, making sure classrooms are adequately stocked and… more |
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