3 Things I Did Right Overseas
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- Written by: Camaro West
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Living abroad can mean making lots of mistakes. Here are three things that Camaro did right.
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Choosing My Cross-Cultural Battles
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- Written by: Clare Esler
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Living in any foreign country, I have always felt on guard, trying to ensure what I say and do never offends a local.
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Developing an International Internship Workplan
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- Written by: Camaro West
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How to hit the ground running in a developing country.
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Dealing with Volunteer Abroad Challenges
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
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Andrew reflects on the summer he spent volunteering in Guyana.
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5 Reasons Why You Should Study Abroad
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- Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi
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Why you need to spend a semester overseas.
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Culinary Comforts in the Developing World
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- Written by: Charity Yoro
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No oven? No fridge? That's no problem for creative international volunteers.
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Culture Shock in Guyana
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- Written by: Kendra Borutski
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Despite the ice cold showers and constant noise, this "blondie" blogger is learning to love Guyana.
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Beyond Disaster Relief: Development in Haiti
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- Written by: Natalie Gilbert
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Nearly three years after Haiti's 2010 earthquake, blogger Natalie Gilbert visits the country to discover that there's plenty to the country beyond the rubble.
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Being A Foreigner in Nicaragua
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- Written by: Clare Esler
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Dealing with the unexpected abroad; issues of power and privilege.
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Dealing with Disappointment in the Developing World
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- Written by: Charity Yoro
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After a year working abroad, Charity redefines her definition of success.
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Day in the Life of an Intern in Ghana
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- Written by: Camaro West
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A play-by-play of an overseas intern's schedule.
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How to Stay Vegetarian on an Overseas Volunteer Trip
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- Written by: Noa Glow
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Volunteering abroad in Bali doesn't have to mean sacrificing dietary choices or restrictions.
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The Rewards of Volunteering Overseas
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
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Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.
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Learning New Words in an English-Speaking Country
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- Written by: Kendra Borutski
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Guyana's official language may be English, but blogger Kendra feels like she's learning her native language all over again.
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Saying Goodbye to Ecuador
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- Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi
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Just after the culture shock has worn off, Rudayna learns that she's moving from Ecuador to Nicaragua.
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5 Tips to Finding Fabulous "Frip"
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- Written by: Charity Yoro
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How to stretch your overseas intern salary by investing in secondhand clothing.
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Advice from an International Volunteer Coordinator
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- Written by: Rudayna Bahubeshi
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How to make a meaningful contribution while volunteering overseas.
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Guyana's Caribbean Identity
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- Written by: Andrew O'Dea
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Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.
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The Best Place to Shop in Accra
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- Written by: Camaro West
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Blogger Camaro reflects on retail therapy, Ghana-style.
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What Not to Pack for a Volunteer Construction Project
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- Written by: Noa Glow
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Think that volunteering in Bali means that you should pack a bikini and flip-flops? Think again.
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