Celebrating National Volunteer Week: April 15 - 21
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- Written by: Cuso International
- Category: Latest program news & sponsored content
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Cuso International recognizes volunteers making an impact around the world.
Empowering Women in Guyana
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- Written by: Cuso International - Sponsor Content
- Category: Why we travel
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Healthcare Work in International Development
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It takes a special skill set to work as a healthcare provider in an international development setting. Here's what you need to know.
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A graduate gains real-world experience on an international development internship.
Mashin' It Up in Guyana
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- Written by: Kendra Borutski
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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The perfect way to celebrate a job well done.
"Yer Spring": Dealing with Reverse Culture Shock
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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After a summer abroad, Andrew tries to settle back into life at home.
Dealing with Volunteer Abroad Challenges
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Andrew reflects on the summer he spent volunteering in Guyana.
Culture Shock in Guyana
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- Written by: Kendra Borutski
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Despite the ice cold showers and constant noise, this "blondie" blogger is learning to love Guyana.
The Rewards of Volunteering Overseas
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.
Learning New Words in an English-Speaking Country
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- Written by: Kendra Borutski
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Guyana's official language may be English, but blogger Kendra feels like she's learning her native language all over again.
Guyana's Caribbean Identity
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.
An International Volunteer's First Week in Guyana
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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In the land of lush rainforest and friendly smiles, Andrew reflects on what the phrase "third world" really means.
Two weeks to take-off!
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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Andrew O'Dea's mantra for preparing for his overseas volunteer project? "Optimism!"
"Explore, dream, discover."
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
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As Youth Challenge International blogger Andrew O'Dea prepares to depart for Guyana, he reflects on Mark Twain's famous words.