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Articles about volunteering abroad, travel and news about Projects Abroad
An intern checks a woman’s blood pressure during an undergraduate medical volunteering opportunity abroad.

By Thom Brown 06th February, 2019

Our top 4 medical programmes for undergraduate students
Wondering how to get clinical experience as an undergraduate? Our Undergrad Medical Internships give you real-world experience to level-up your skills!
Trained South African staff employed by Projects Abroad check on a safe volunteer abroad placement.

By Jen Southern 23rd January, 2019

10 Ways we keep you safe when travelling abroad with us
A list of ways Projects Abroad ensures your safety as a volunteer overseas. We cover topics on health, accommodation, transport and more!
An older Projects Abroad volunteer reads to a child in Africa.

By Stephanie Klink 08th January, 2019

Best Volunteer Programmes for Adults over 50 in 2024
Take advantage of your later years and do something different by volunteering abroad. Here are our best volunteer abroad programmes for people in their 50s, 60s, and older.
Do I need experience to volunteer abroad?

By Vicci Parry 09th November, 2018

Do I need experience to volunteer abroad?
Everything you need to know about requirements for volunteering overseas with Projects Abroad.
When you encounter an unfamiliar way of life while travelling abroad, you can experience a culture shock.

By Hannah Atkins 28th November, 2017

Coping With Culture Shock: Symptoms & Solutions
Travelling to a new country can be overwhelming - here's our advice on how to overcome culture shock and the Projects Abroad resources available to you!

By Hannah Atkins 27th July, 2016

Creative Fundraising Ideas: From Marmalade To Moustaches
Our volunteers have come up with some incredibly creative and unique fundraising ideas to raise money for their volunteer trips - here's a selection of the best!
A cheetah in a wildlife reserve in Southern Africa

By Samantha Evans 27th May, 2015

Cuddling Cubs – Discover The Darker Side Of Big Cat “Conservation”
Big cats petting is a lucrative industry around the world. Chris Mercer, co-founder of CACH and Judi Gounaris, a Conservationist in Southern Africa share why not to pet wild cats.
Two dolphins swim freely in their natural habitat

By Jemma Dicks 08th September, 2014

Swimming With Dolphins: Time To Kick It Off The Bucket List?
Miserable living conditions and hushed-up attacks on humans. Is it time to kick swimming with dolphins off the bucket list?

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