Pre-Travel Jitters

Pre-Travel Jitters

Emily has faces the uncertainty of a summer abroad.
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Volunteering for Free in India

Volunteering for Free in India

As Crystal finds out, very little in life is free.
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5 Websites to Make Your Travels Meaningful

5 Websites to Make Your Travels Meaningful

The best places online to find work exchange opportunities.
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Barriers to Connecting

Barriers to Connecting

Mike pushes beyond his comfort zone to make a difference.
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Anticipating a Cultural Exchange

Anticipating a Cultural Exchange

Emily mentally prepares for her volunteer experience overseas.
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Searching for Volunteer Opportunities in India

Searching for Volunteer Opportunities in India

After two weeks in India, Crystal is ready to make a difference.
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Volunteering Abroad in the USA

Volunteering "Abroad" in the USA

Mike sets out on his journey to meet angels working in America.
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Behind the Canadian Flag: Mining in Central America

Behind the Canadian Flag: Mining in Central America

Trina removed the iconic maple leaf from her backpack. Here, she explains why.
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Renting a Room in India

Renting a Room in India

Looking for a place to call home.
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The Pre-Ghana Immunization Process

The Pre-Ghana Immunization Process

This isn't fear-mongering; it's reality.
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One Week in India

One Week in India

Settling in to a new land and culture.
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Collaring the Painted Wolf

Collaring the Painted Wolf

Protecting the endangered African wild dog.
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    Collaring the Painted Wolf

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    Protecting the endangered African wild dog.

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To the Dogs

To the Dogs

How international volunteers are saving the lives of strays.
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    To the Dogs

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    How international volunteers are saving the lives of strays.

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Great Expectations for Volunteering Abroad

Great Expectations for Volunteering Abroad

Can you be an effective volunteer and still enjoy the vacation of a lifetime?
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    Great Expectations

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    Can you be an effective volunteer and still enjoy the vacation of a lifetime?

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Weaving Dreams in Guatemala

Weaving Dreams in Guatemala

In rural Guatemala, only one in ten youth reach high school and far fewer ever graduate. Opportunities to invest in a generation of young men and women is a chance to change their lives.
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A Ritual Cleansing in Guatemala

A Ritual Cleansing in Guatemala

Taking a traditional Mayan bath in Comitancillo, Guatemala.
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Preparing to Volunteer Abroad

Preparing to Volunteer Abroad

Eight years ago, Emily had to cancel a trip to Africa. Now she's finally setting off for her dream continent.
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Preparing For My First Time Abroad

Preparing For My First Time Abroad

It Crystal's first time out of the country. Her destination? India.
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CWY offers international experiences that put YOUth first

CWY offers international experiences that put YOUth first

Youth Leaders in Action program for youth aged 17 to 25; Projects ranging from 6 weeks to 6 months.
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Volunteer at an Animal Rescue Center in Costa Rica with Greenheart Travel

Volunteer at an Animal Rescue Center in Costa Rica with Greenheart Travel

Support wildlife conservation efforts in Costa Rica as a Greenheart Travel volunteer and help to give endangered, injured and abandoned animals a safe home for rehabilitation.
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