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Contents: The Changing Face of Meaningful Travel
- Simon Saw

Features

Wildlife Volunteers Needed — Now More Than Ever
Nearly two years after the start of the pandemic, many wildlife conservation centres and animal sanctuaries are in dire need of help.


Study Abroad Needs to Fix its Diversity Gap
The value of studying abroad as part of post-secondary education cannot be overstated, and racialized students have been missing out. But this is starting to change.


The Ultimate Guide to Au Pairing
How to find work—and thrive—as an au pair abroad.


How to Make the Most of a Remote Internship
With international internships moving online, here’s what you need to know to best benefit from a virtual placement.

Departments

Social Justice, Colonialism and Reforming Voluntourism
Travellers are beginning to recognize privilege; a huge step forward in conversations about voluntourism. A Q&A with author Pippa Biddle.


Travelling Home: Diaspora Youth In Search of Their Roots
Study abroad, international work and volunteer programs, help diaspora youth reconnect with their ancestral homes.


Surrendering to the Siesta
After a few weeks of embarrassing sunburns and complete boredom, I began the process of letting go.

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