Jessica Lockhart
Contributing editor
Although Jessica has travelled to more than 25 countries, her favorite place to throw down her bag is still her hometown of Cold Lake, Alberta. In addition to holding a Bachelor of Journalism, Jess has worked in both head office and field capacities for international development organizations and tour operators. She’s conducted environmental education workshops in Vanuatu, perfected the use of a satellite phone in the jungles of Guyana and supervised teenage pool parties in the Dominican Republic. Jess currently resides in Toronto, where she’s constantly planning in her next big adventure.
Sunday, 12 May 2013 20:09
Gap Years Rebranded as "Bridge Years"
Win a volunteer trip to Kenya and study abroad safety: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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Wednesday, 24 April 2013 17:06
Change the Way We Think of Charity
Study abroad scholarships and the value of intercultural skills: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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Saturday, 23 March 2013 19:12
CIDA Merges With DFAIT
Religious charities receive more funding: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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Tuesday, 05 March 2013 00:00
5 Tips for Being a Star Volunteer
Preparation and the right attitude can make all the difference—for you and for your overseas host.
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Friday, 15 February 2013 00:00
Best of "Friday Favourites" Travel Blogs
The top blogs that Verge featured in 2012.
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Tuesday, 12 February 2013 16:01
Burma Travel: Open to Tourists—and to Debate
After 15 years, Aung San Suu Kyi’s call for a tourism boycott has been lifted. But debate around travelling in Burma remains relevant.
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Monday, 11 February 2013 00:00
Violence Against Women Travellers
Travel photo winners and the 100,000 Strong Foundation: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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Monday, 21 January 2013 17:32
Does Social Media Ruin Study Abroad?
Become a travel television star: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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Wednesday, 09 January 2013 22:03
New Site Encourages Study Abroad
Irish flock to Canada and a travel forum closes: the latest work, study and volunteer abroad news.
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Monday, 24 December 2012 20:32
Campus Voluntourism Guide Developed
20 top expat Tweeters and work in Italy: the latest news in work, study and volunteer abroad.
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