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Roberta with her students.
July 27, 2017

Helping Children to Overcome Obstacles in Peru

I wanted to help—but first, I had to overcome a big fear. 
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An Introduction to Arequipa
July 20, 2017

An Introduction to Arequipa

Roberta interacts with locals and discovers curiosities as she starts her placement in Peru.
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Why I Left a "Stable" Job for an Unpaid One Abroad
July 20, 2017

Why I Left a "Stable" Job for an Unpaid One Abroad

Stability is not a synonym for happiness.
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Not All Volunteer Placements Are Created Equal
May 17, 2017

Not All Volunteer Placements Are Created Equal

How to choose an organization and destination where you can make a lasting impact. 
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Pack Your Rain Boots for Peru
March 29, 2017

Pack Your Rain Boots for Peru

An international development intern in Cusco gets a taste of local working culture—and guinea pig.
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Empowering Women in Guyana
March 29, 2017

Empowering Women in Guyana

A graduate gains real-world experience on an international development internship.
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Yes, it's true—everything IS better with zebras!
March 29, 2017

#JustAddZebras

Volunteering doesn't have to stop with your official placement. Earn those stripes. 
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An Unhappy Camper
January 11, 2017

An Unhappy Camper

When a volunteer opportunity doesn't pan out as expected, Alicia learns a valuable lesson.
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The Home Stretch
October 29, 2016

The Home Stretch

The challenges faced as the end of the school year—and a return home—approaches.
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Volunteering in the Jungles of Peru with Cuso International
October 13, 2016

Volunteering in the Jungles of Peru with Cuso International

Read about Rubén’s incredible experience with his wife and daughter as an International Development Scientist in the Amazon jungles of Peru.
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Lock up those emotions and lock them up tight.
September 30, 2016

How to Fix a Broken Heart

Dealing with the heartbreak of living abroad. 
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Being too flexible can really push your limits.
September 13, 2016

Are Aid Workers Flexible to the Point of Breaking?

What's the true cost of "adaptability"? 
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