Volunteer Abroad: Latest Articles and Blogs

Daniel begins his placement and learns how mining affects indigenous people.

Stories of human trafficking survivors stir strong emotions. The desire to help is not a bad one; but the question is, how?

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Should I Volunteer with an Anti-human Trafficking Program?
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Stories of human trafficking survivors stir strong emotions. The desire to help is not a bad one; but the question is, how?
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Walking the ocelot, fending off marauding monkeys and avoiding being eaten. There's never a dull moment for these wildlife refuge volunteers.

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Pedro the Jaguar and Other Residents of the Village Padre Cocha
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Walking the ocelot, fending off marauding monkeys and avoiding being eaten. There's never a dull moment for these wildlife refuge volunteers.
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As Daniel starts his volunteer placement, he begins to question his role.

Volunteering doesn't have to stop with your official placement. Earn those stripes.

Details: Written by: Cuso International (sponsor content); Category: Volunteer Abroad

Five young professionals share their international internship take-home lessons.

Details: Written by: Mikaila Ross (sponsor content); Category: Volunteer Abroad

What can a group of women running a restaurant in Myanmar teach a veteran Toronto cooking school instructor and Cuso International volunteer? Plenty.

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Dear Aspiring Overseas Volunteer
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Before you pack your bags, there are a few things I need you to know.
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Golden goose or red herring? A veteran WWOOFer shares his top tips for choosing a volunteer farm placement.

Weighing the true cost of adaptability.

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