Local solutions to local conservation problems! AEI want so support local communities by supporting their proven successful local strategies. AEI understands that North American solutions only work in North American contexts and that responsible travel is about understanding, openness and respect.
Animal Rights are an important subject in the context of international volunteering. A lot of elephants get abused and used for human needs. Instead of using force and abuse the “Elephant Freedom Project” treat them with respect and love. They educate visitors (local and foreign) by showing that there is a different way in which both elephants and dependant families can live in harmony.
Community can definitely be seen as an alternative way of fundraising and creating awareness of projects in the various communities that we work in
Volunteering in Nepal as a purposeful mission supporting the country and collecting great experience in a secure environment.
We have a lot of challenges in the community and our main goal is to increase the awareness of the population about environmental conservation by stressing the importance of active participation. We believe education is a powerful tool to change the world.
Working with children with disabilities can be challenging for volunteers, particularly if this is part of your very first social work experience. Read some useful tips for working with children, which might help you in your next volunteering experience!
We had the opportunity to interview Molly O’Ray. She is a young researcher who is deeply passionate by nature and talks with us about the lessons she learned on her way to her dream job.
You are a passionate traveler and adventurer and you are not afraid of new challenges? But there is this one dangerous things that humans can not stop and which is stronger than anything else. Fatal Diseases. Read more about Ebola and it’s consequences. How to confront yourself with the disease and how to make informed responsible decisions.
Peru is a beautiful, fascinating and diverse country with great food, friendly people and lots to do, perhaps too much! Read why you should volunteer in Peru and you’ll be ready to pack your bag!
Adam was a backpacker and influenced SOLS with his motivation. With enthusiastic and motivated people it’s possible the make a difference. You will never be able to have an understanding of social issues if you just read a book or search on the internet. You have to be immersed in the situation and experience it yourself.
