Are We Saying Goodbye to Madagascar's Lemurs?
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- Written by: Keriann McGoogan
- Category: Why we travel
In an impoverished nation, conservation is not always top-of-mind.
Are We Saying Goodbye to Madagascar's Lemurs?
In an impoverished nation, conservation is not always top-of-mind.
A Leg Up for Kilimanjaro's Porters
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- Written by: Melissa Foley
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Operating on a shoestring budget, this non-profit is working to improve conditions for porters in Tanzania.
Deaf Person Travel Tips
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Volunteering abroad can be difficult. Here are some strategies that helped me on my journey.
Studying With a Sense of Purpose
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Volunteering abroad has help me realize my future career aspirations.
A Day in the Life of a Volunteer at a Deaf School in Rwanda
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
The children are back and ready to learn, and I'm back and ready to teach.
Adventures in Rwandan Deaf community
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
How volunteering helps to change attitudes.
A Twofold Language Barrier
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
The challenges of travelling with cochlear implants.
Why I'm Volunteering at a Deaf School in Rwanda
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- Written by: Lillian Berggoetz
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
I was 12 when I lost my hearing. Now, I'm using my experience to help others.
Placement Advice from a Veteran Volunteer Abroad
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
Who? What? Where? A few tips on choosing an environmental volunteer program.
Holiday Giving: Cuso International’s Maternal Health Program
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- Written by: Heather Greenwood (sponsored guest post)
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
In Ethiopia, more than 80 per cent of women give birth without a skilled health worker. If complications arise, the consequences can be tragic.
9 Weird and Wonderful Animal Encounters
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
My most remarkable wildlife experiences volunteering in South Africa.
Why I'm Volunteering in South Africa
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
I made a surprising discovery about the country's wildlife and people—and I want to change it.
Life in the South African Bush
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- Written by: Amelia McKinlay
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
I'd never lived outside a city. Now, I live amongst wild animals.
Work Abroad: The Blue Ocean Approach
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- Written by: Ola Mirzoeva
- Category: Work Abroad
A case for launching your international career in emerging markets.
The Thorny Issue of Orphanage Volunteering
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- Written by: Sam Mednick
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
Well-founded criticisms tangle with on-the-ground realities. Should volunteers be part of the mix?
Humanitarian Aid Work: Who's Helping the Helpers?
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- Written by: Sam Mednick
- Category: Travel Health
Working in disaster and conflict zones exacts a high mental toll on aid workers. Recognizing the fact would be a good first step.
A Sweet Internship Posting in Cameroon
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- Written by: Cuso International - Sponsor Content
- Category: Why we travel
For new local entrepreneurs, traditional beekeeping knowledge could be gold.
Healthcare Work in International Development
It takes a special skill set to work as a healthcare provider in an international development setting. Here's what you need to know.
Ending Deforestation in Tanzania
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- Written by: Raleigh International (sponsor content)
- Category: Volunteer Abroad
Each year in Tanzania, an area of natural forest nearly the size of Rhode Island is cleared. Local communities and international volunteers are working together to change that.
Dear Aspiring Overseas Volunteer
Before you pack your bags, there are a few things I need you to know.
Different Times of the Month
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- Written by: Jessica Lockhart
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
For young women in many other cultures, Aunt Flo's arrival brings fear and shame. These organizations are working to change that.
Slowing Down in Guinea-Bissau
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- Written by: Tom Collins
- Category: Volunteer Abroad Blogs
What does it mean to discount something as operating on "African time"?
