Volunteer Abroad: Articles, Programs, Blogs, Travel Resources

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.
With decades of field experience in the international development sector, author Susan E. Gibson knows what it takes to be a great overseas volunteer.
Nearly two years after the start of the pandemic, many wildlife conservation centres and animal sanctuaries are in dire need of help.
From tourism laws protecting the natural environment, to support for ethical cultural tourism, these countries are leading the sustainable travel movement.
Travellers are beginning to recognize privilege; a huge step forward in conversations about voluntourism. A Q&A with author Pippa Biddle.
How do you navigate sensitive topics respectfully when local attitudes and beliefs are far different from your own?
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