Looking for a unique experience in one of the diverse countries in Asia? Volunteer in Nepal will be the perfect choice. Stunning mountains, multicultural cuisine and a rich buddhistic culture are just a few aspects…
Looking to volunteer in Thailand? Great choice! Thailand is a place to feel at ease. In the land of beaches and smiles it is not hard to let go of everything. At the same time, its…
Volunteering in India is an amazing experience. There are many different reasons for it. If you decide to volunteer in India to support a social project and their cause, you will be surprised by how…
Although this has been my first few months as Project Manager for Volunteers Peru, I did not come into the job blind. I have been working with Volunteers Peru from, well, pretty much the beginning….
Improving global education is extremely important, as it is the underlining factor in almost all of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Global Goals (SDG).
So, why volunteer abroad? Volunteer work can be mutually beneficial. Even though helping projects and supporting their social causes, should have a special emphasis, volunteers can expect plenty of great personal benefits that can grow out of volunteering abroad!
Does this sound like you: Job or studying, social life, commitments, hobbies and no time left in between? Living in a modern world, our schedules are filled to the brim. Despite all the good things we have, it seem impossible to actually do anything that matters to you. It’s not. In a brief summary, our volunteer veteran John explains how to start by understanding your existing commitments first.
‘Experteering’ isn’t a new concept but it’s still something relatively unknown to many people. It may solve the problem of needing volunteers, who eventually don’t stay long enough to really learn the job that needs doing. Skilled professionals who volunteer short-term and take on tasks they are best suited for, can leave an astonishing impact on an NGO and make a real difference.
Paying fees for volunteer programs is an often discussed topic. Find out why projects ask for fees and why it is important to understand the reason behind them.
We are living in a time when conversation, new technologies and the question of “living right” are more relevant and more controversal than they ever were. “Sunseed Desert Technology” is a NGO with a 30 year history of volunteers and socially engaged people working towards a sustainable future.
