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Education is something that most people in the developed world seriously take for granted. For many students, going to school and doing homework is considered a chore, instead of a luxury. However, access to quality education is a fundamental issue in the world today, and one that deserves a significant amount of international attention to resolve. If you want to make a sizable impact on one of the most under-valued, but highly necessary, fields in the world today, you should volunteer abroad in education!
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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Education

Why Volunteer Abroad in Education

Most people view volunteering abroad in education as synonymous with teaching English abroad. Not to diminish this type of international work, but there is much more to volunteering abroad in education than just teaching English. In many parts of the world, language barriers are not the primary issue of concern, but rather, an overall lack of resources and educational opportunities as a whole. There is no sense in teaching someone a second language if they have yet to learn how to read or write in their native language.

In countries where literacy rates are minimal and schools are scarce, education volunteers can become essential to progress and development across society. They will not just help people obtain a better education, they will create long lasting ripple effects. Increased access to education will ultimately change the entire community that you volunteer in, possibly for generations to come.

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December 06, 2025by: Kim Ford - United KingdomProgram: Volunteer Teaching English in Costa Rica
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If you are looking to do something extraordinary and immerse yourself in a new culture I would highly recommend this program. Teaching has been fun, engaging, humbling and I’ve made some wonderful connections with my students. They are so happy to receive your help and I think I learned as much from them as they did from me.

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