Peace Boat - GET Universal
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Peace Boat is a Japan-based international non-government and nonprofit organization that works to promote peace, human rights, respect for the environment, and equal and sustainable development. We seek to create awareness and action based on effective positive social and political change in the world. We pursue this through the organization of international educational programs, responsible trave...
Peace Boat is a Japan-based international non-government and nonprofit organization that works to promote peace, human rights, respect for the environment, and equal and sustainable development. We seek to create awareness and action based on effective positive social and political change in the world. We pursue this through the organization of international educational programs, responsible travel, cooperative projects, and advocacy activities. These activities are implemented on a partnership basis with other civil society organizations and communities in Japan, Northeast Asia, and around the world. We carry out our main activities through a chartered passenger ship that travels the world. The ship creates a neutral and mobile space and enables people to engage across borders in dialog a...
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Experience of a lifetime
May 24, 2024by: Roxane Borowska - United KingdomPeace Boat is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! I travelled the world visiting some of the most exotic and exciting places that I’ve always dreamed of visiting (Antarctica, Easter Island, Madagascar, Tahiti and the list goes on!). I did so with a wonderful community of people who are passionate about peace, human rights and sustainability. I made lifelong friends and memories that I will truly treasure forever. If you are lucky enough to join a voyage, prepare to feel the same.
Thank you Roxy for taking the time to chime in our your GET experience onboard Peace Boat Japan. - Christopher & the GET coordination team

Experienced teacher in English language education and volunteering with community and educational organizations.
December 18, 2024by: ZAKARIA BOUALLAG - AlgeriaI have gained extensive experience in social work through my volunteer roles with the Algerian Red Crescent Charity Association and the Algerian Scouts Educational Organization. These roles allowed me to participate in community-centered activities, collaborate with peers, and cultivate responsibility and independence. I have organized educational trips for children and youth, participated in conferences on social and cultural issues, and contributed to initiatives aimed at community development. These experiences have broadened my perspective, strengthened my interpersonal skills, and taught me valuable lessons in leadership and teamwork. For the past four years, I have worked as an English teacher, specializing in teaching children aged 7 to 15. I have developed a professional and engaging teaching approach that has enabled me to effectively guide my students in learning the English language. I take pride in helping young learners build their skills and achieve their academic goals. My combined experience as a teacher and volunteer has equipped me with the ability to work collaboratively, adapt to different environments, and inspire others. I am passionate about making a meaningful impact, whether through education or community service, and I look forward to bringing this dedication to new opportunities abroad.
Peace Boat 86 & 88 Voyages 40+ countries later...
June 01, 2025by: Christopher Lindstrom - United StatesProgram: English & Spanish Teachers for Peace Boat Global Voyage 124
I volunteered twice as an Advanced English language teacher after securing a TESOL certificate and gaining 18 months of teaching experience overseas. I joined 9 other teachers of both English and Spanish and embarked from Japan to Japan around the entire world! While the majority of the experience happens on board the ship with teaching and learning from educators and professionals around the world, I got to deep dive into Japanese culture and then every 5 days or so, I would wake up to a new port of call in Africa, South America, Europe or North America with the occasional exotic isle like Tahiti or Easter Island. There really was never a dull moment on board with both my volunteer work duties and twelve events every hour on the hour and lots of live music and fun mixer type events.


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Hoby O'Rourke
Interviewed in 2025
Hob previously volunteered as a GET teacher on the 101st Global Voyage. He enjoyed the experience onboard and returned as a coordinator for the 117th ...

Hoby O'Rourke
Interviewed in 2025
What inspired you to travel abroad?
On the ship, life can be very busy! Teaching or supervising GET lessons, organising and hosting onboard events, such as Speech Festivals or Project Presentations, and attending onboard presentations. And... of course, many meetings! In between activities, I enjoy eating food at the buffet or strolling around the deck while listening to music!

Christopher Lindstrom
Interviewed in 2022
Christopher Lindstrom is a multilingual program manager. He holds a B.A. in French from Ohio State University and an M.A. in Peace Studies from Intern...

Christopher Lindstrom
Interviewed in 2022
What inspired you to travel abroad?
I first heard about Peace Boat after having returned to New York City from a year abroad in India. I was on the 2/3 express train and met a former participant and we struck up a conversation about not only my year in India, but the three years I served in the United States Peace Corps in West Africa.
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