Volunteer Abroad: Latest Articles and Blogs

A long-awaited return home allowed me to focus on my past, present and future.

Leaving one country is marked in different ways.

How volunteering helps to change attitudes.

The worst part of starting a new adventure is saying goodbye.

The challenges of travelling with cochlear implants.

I was 12 when I lost my hearing. Now, I'm using my experience to help others.

Uncertainty, ruptured routines and boredom can have serious consequences for children in refugee camps.

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Working with Kids in Post-conflict Settings
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Uncertainty, ruptured routines and boredom can have serious consequences for children in refugee camps.
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For two volunteers in Ecuador, community living takes on a whole new meaning.

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Everyone Owns the Alpacas
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For two volunteers in Ecuador, community living takes on a whole new meaning.
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There's a lot more to cultural immersion than shopping at the local market.

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Accidental Teacher
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There's a lot more to cultural immersion than shopping at the local market.
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Flying from One Family to Another