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If you want to be a volunteer overseas, we can guess that altruism is at the heart of your goals! There’s no denying that we’ve collectively entered an era where the feeling of wanting to do good for humankind and the Earth is nearly palpable. However, it’s become increasingly important to properly vet volunteer abroad programs prior to choosing an experience, due to issues of unsustainable practices, exploitation, and a myriad of other safety concerns. That’s where we come in! Whether you’re looking for long term volunteer experiences or just want to spend your summer off making a difference, we can help you find the right volunteer project for you, thanks to our thousands of reviews, decades of experience and our compilation of some of the highest quality programs available.

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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad

How to volunteer abroad

If you want to volunteer abroad and you're not quite sure where to start, here’s exactly what you need to do:

  1. Choose which cause you want to support. Most people who decide to volunteer abroad have been inspired by a social or political issue in the world. Whether it’s climate change, LGBTQIA+ rights, refugee displacement, or beyond, it’s important to know what exactly it is you want to lend your time and effort to. There are hundreds of causes out there, but think about which one truly speaks to you?

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March 24, 2025by: Meghan Staples - United StatesProgram: Dominica: Speech-Language Pathology in Paradise
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A life changing experience that opened my eyes to a different cultures way of living. I felt welcomed, safe, and respected the entire trip not only by the locals but the members of Therapy Abroad. We had all of our needs or concerns met. Being able to provide services for the community of Dominica is something I will never forget, and I hope we had as large an impact on them as they have on me.

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Hadi Jaber

Hadi Jaber

IPSL

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I was inspired by my love for giving care to people everywhere. I started with volunteering activities when I was 15 years old at my local village in ...

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Jenna Patton

Jenna Patton

Global Citizen Adventure Corps

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Traveling abroad has been a dream of mine since I visited Spain my junior year of college. Immersing myself in a different culture is incredibly appea...

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