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9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters
September 29, 2017

9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters

My most remarkable wildlife experiences volunteering in South Africa. 
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Why I'm Volunteering in South Africa
September 5, 2017

Why I'm Volunteering in South Africa

I made a surprising discovery about the country's wildlife and people—and I want to change it. 
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Life in the South African Bush
September 5, 2017

Life in the South African Bush

I'd never lived outside a city. Now, I live amongst wild animals.  
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The writer while working abroad in Tanzania.
July 31, 2017

Work Abroad: The Blue Ocean Approach

A case for launching your international career in emerging markets.
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Humanitarian Aid Work: Who's Helping the Helpers?
May 9, 2017

Humanitarian Aid Work: Who's Helping the Helpers?

Working in disaster and conflict zones exacts a high mental toll on aid workers. Recognizing the fact would be a good first step.
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The Thorny Issue of Orphanage Volunteering
May 9, 2017

The Thorny Issue of Orphanage Volunteering

Well-founded criticisms tangle with on-the-ground realities. Should volunteers be part of the mix?
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A Sweet Internship Posting in Cameroon
March 29, 2017

A Sweet Internship Posting in Cameroon

For new local entrepreneurs, traditional beekeeping knowledge could be gold.
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Ending Deforestation in Tanzania
February 8, 2017

Ending Deforestation in Tanzania

Each year in Tanzania, an area of natural forest nearly the size of Rhode Island is cleared. Local communities and international volunteers are working together to change that.
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Different Times of the Month
August 30, 2016

Different Times of the Month

For young women in many other cultures, Aunt Flo's arrival brings fear and shame. These organizations are working to change that.
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Slowing Down in Guinea-Bissau
July 14, 2016

Slowing Down in Guinea-Bissau

What does it mean to discount something as operating on "African time"?
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Working on Ghana Time
June 22, 2016

Working on Ghana Time

As an international volunteer, success isn't about speeding up; it's about slowing down. 
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Two women stand on the beach in the Gambia.
June 6, 2016

Is Tourism a Political Act? Should It Be?

Tourism in Gambia exposes how prescriptions for Africa are only skin deep.
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