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Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)

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Why choose Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)?

Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI) aims to help establish ecological sustainability and social stability in our host communities. We provide international education programs that support the education, conservation, and social development of isolated communities by assisting local institutions in sustainably handling the human-environmental intersection. Our nonprofit model finances con...

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Memorable Experience in the Galapagos

February 03, 2024by: Jim - United States

Program: Sustainable Farming & Urban Agriculture in Galapagos

10

I was a volunteer for a few weeks at the giant tortoise breeding center on Isabella Island in the Galapagos--in a program that aims promote health populations of tortoises on the islands. I learned a lot and had a great time, and I recommend this experience to others who are looking to do overseas volunteer work for a good cause.

Dream island

February 03, 2024by: Illya - Switzerland

Program: Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Volunteer in Galapagos

10

Isabela is an unspoilt paradise. Working with the giant tortoises was rewarding. I never imagined they ate so much !! Our accommodation in the volunteer house was excellent and the restaurants served tasty home made meals.

Isabela truly is a unique place

July 26, 2023by: Thomas
8

I would recommend this volunteer experience because Isabela truly is a unique place and the locals are incredibly friendly and interesting. Helping them or helping preserve this paradise in any way, shape or form is a true privilege.

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Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI) aims to help establish ecological sustainability and social stability in our host communities. We provide international education programs that support the education, conservation, and social development of isolated communities by assisting local institutions in sustainably handling the human-environmental intersection. Our nonprofit model finances conservation of isolated and unique places of particular natural beauty or relevance by inviting our clients to participate in our preservation efforts. In other words, our core competency is educational travel financed, environmental sustainability. The contribution of the visitor may vary by topic and place from research, to service learning or volunteering -- all embedded in a sustainable trave...

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