Volunteer Abroad Featured Programs

The Global Citizen book and website work hand-in-hand to connect you with the right overseas volunteer opportunities. In addition to the volunteer abroad options presented in the book, such as volunteering in the fields of business, health or archaeology, here is just a sampling of what you could be doing next...

• A Reef and Rainforest Expedition
Coral Cay Conservation, www.coralcay.org
Volunteer programs from 2-12 weeks or more offer people of all ages the chance to help save coral reefs and tropical rainforests from destruction. Expeditions take place in Honduras, Tobago Cays, Fiji, Malaysia and the Philippines. Training is provided.

• A Teaching Internship and Community Service in Ghana
Global Routes, www.globalroutes.org
Through Global Routes, high school and college students can volunteer and intern in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Kenya, Thailand and on the Navajo Reservation. Teaching and community service projects are a core part of the program. For costs and program information, see their website.

• Helping Refugees in Latin America
Concern America, www.concernamerica.org
Professionals trained in medicine, health, nutrition, education, sanitation, agro-forestry and technology can apply their skills to help refugees in Latin America and Africa for up to two years. Your basic expenses will be paid and you'll receive a small stipend upon returning home.

• Taking a Volunteer Vacation in Brazil
Amizade, www.amizade.org
On your next vacation increase your cultural awareness by lending a hand on educational, environmental, health and community service programs in Brazil, Bolivia, or Australia. See Amizade's website for details.

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