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Articles about volunteering abroad, travel and news about Projects Abroad
Projects Abroad volunteers take a group photo during a senior volunteer vacation

By Amelia McKinlay 12th June, 2019

What to do during retirement? Find a new purpose as a senior volunteer abroad
Discover a new purpose as a volunteer during your retirement. Share your life experience and use your skills to give back to communities abroad.
Illustration of a Conservation volunteer on a survey dive

By Amelia McKinlay 06th June, 2019

Best Marine Conservation Programmes in 2025
Explore our international Marine Conservation volunteer programmes. Help protect our oceans and marine life, including species like sharks and sea turtles.
While volunteering abroad you can enjoy the cultural exchange and learn a new language.

By Isabel Silva 30th May, 2019

Language Requirements as a Volunteer Abroad
Worried about not speaking the native language for your volunteer abroad programme? Find out which language skills you need to join our projects.
Healthcare volunteers take a group photo with students during a medical outreach in Kenya

By Jen Southern 22nd May, 2019

Your Last-Minute Ticket to Adventure: Volunteering Made Easy
Ready to make a difference? Explore the world and find your perfect volunteer project, even at the last minute!
A childcare volunteer in Ecuador supervises children during playtime

By Nadia Moore 16th May, 2019

Can I Volunteer Abroad for Free?
Can you travel and volunteer abroad without paying? Here are four reasons why we ask you to pay.
Childcare volunteer sits with her class in Fiji during her volunteer project abroad

By Isabel Silva 02nd May, 2019

Volunteering abroad? 7 things you can expect!
Unsure of what to expect when you volunteer abroad for the first time? We'll walk you through everything you need to know, so you can prepare for your volunteer trip.
A medical elective student in Argentina learns how to suture from a local doctor

By Hannah Atkins 29th April, 2019

6 Reasons to do a Medical Elective Abroad in 2025
Are you a medical student looking to push yourself and broaden your horizons? Find out what makes a Medical Elective abroad both challenging and rewarding!
Take a Gap Year Adventure

By Jemma Dicks 25th April, 2019

Top 5 Things To Do In A Gap Year in 2025
Decided to take a gap year but have no idea what to do? Let's inspire you with our top five things to do during your gap year as you travel the world.

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