Volunteering Across Faiths

Volunteering Across Faiths

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One volunteer shares tips for interacting with Muslim women while volunteering in Tanzania.
Why You Meet the Best People Volunteering Abroad

Why You Meet the Best People Volunteering Abroad

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Rebecca reflects on the inspiring people she's met while volunteering in India.
The Trouble with Cornfields

The Trouble with Cornfields

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Without a clear path, it's easy to get lost. Vanessa is trying to find her way.
Uneasy Rider

Uneasy Rider

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In Tanzania, public transit has its own set of rules. 
Travel Arrangements for International Development and Relief Agencies and Volunteers

Travel Arrangements for International Development and Relief Agencies and Volunteers

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Since 1949, Raptim Travel has pioneered humanitarian travel, forging the way for humanitarian organizations to deliver care where it’s needed most.
Great Excavations: Volunteering on Archaeological Sites Worldwide

Great Excavations: Volunteering on Archaeological Sites Worldwide

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If you have a penchant for the past and don’t mind a bit of dirt under your nails, diggers are in demand.
Packing for a Purpose

Packing for a Purpose

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Before you check your luggage, check out these two organizations that transport much-needed supplies overseas.
Five Things I’ve Learned from Volunteering in India

Five Things I’ve Learned from Volunteering in India

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Rebecca shares the key skills that you'll need to navigate life in South Asia.
Why Im Taking An Adult Gap Year

Why I'm Taking An Adult "Gap Year"

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Why Vanessa is leaving behind her apartment, cat and "good job" to volunteer abroad.
Habitat for Humanity - Around the World in 80 Days

Habitat for Humanity - Around the World in 80 Days

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Sign up now and join the Habitat for Humanity Global Village team when it kicks off its 10th anniversary around-the-world-build.
Celebrating Holi in India

Celebrating Holi in India

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Rebecca discovers the most colourful way to participate in India's iconic festival. 
What to Do When Your Volunteer Abroad Program Doesnt Go as Expected

What to Do When Your Volunteer Abroad Program Doesn't Go as Expected

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What happens when the reality of your overseas placement doesn't meet expectations?
A Day in the Life of a Volunteer in India

A Day in the Life of a Volunteer in India

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Ever wonder what it'd be like to volunteer abroad? Rebecca shares a typical day.
Preparing to Volunteer in Africa

Preparing to Volunteer in Africa

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Five last-minute activities to do before you board your plane.
In Defence of Short-Term Volunteer Abroad Projects

In Defence of Short-Term Volunteer Abroad Projects

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How short-term international volunteers make a huge difference in natural disasters like Cyclone Pam.
My First Day as a Volunteer in India

My First Day as a Volunteer in India

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On a day full of potential disasters, Rebecca realizes that she's made the right decision.
Seal of Approval

Seal of Approval

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How to make the most of service learning trips.
Healers of Lake Bunyonyi

Healers of Lake Bunyonyi

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    A Ugandan traditional healer and a medical doctor are working together to tackle the evil spirit, Malnutrition.

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A Ugandan traditional healer and a medical doctor are working together to tackle the evil spirit, Malnutrition.

Volunteer Abroad Bloggers

Meet Verge Magazine's bloggers who are volunteering abroad on projects in different parts of the world, and sharing their journeys.
To the Dogs

To the Dogs

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How to save the lives of strays by volunteering abroad.

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