Volunteer Abroad: Articles, Programs, Blogs, Travel Resources

. . .but what if the animal touches me?
Volunteering my time in Arusha, Tanzania has been a surreal, yet satisfying experience.
There's no age cut-off for a gap year. I'm just setting out now.
January 26, 2023

The Sweet Life

How I ended up volunteering on a honey farm in Ecuador.
I came to Peru on a whim and was caught in the crossfire of violent political protests. 
Here's why I hope to learn on my deep dive into Latin American culture. 
What is community tourism, why are local communities embracing it and where can you go to join a community tourism project?
With wildlife tourism, the distinction between what's ethical and what’s not isn’t always obvious. Here are some guiding principles for your next trip.
September 7, 2022

Gap Year Primer

Any gap year expert or veteran knows, the secret to a successful gap year lies in one thing: Good planning.
September 7, 2022

Q & A: The Last Tourist

Canadian filmmaker Tyson Sadler set out to explore the impacts of travel on the communities we visit. He hopes to spark difficult conversations about the way we travel.
Looking for a life change? Try an accredited field-guiding program in one of Africa's biodiversity hotspots.
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