Volunteering abroad is a powerful tool that can turn a simple activity into a more meaningful and worthwhile endeavor. Spending time volunteering abroad paves the way for a meaningful cultural exchange between the local community and volunteers.
A volunteer can have access to unique experiences that tourists of other countries mostly miss. They have the opportunity to make a positive impact in other people’s lives and contribute to a good cause.
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There are too many opportunities to volunteer abroad. Here’s a list of some of the best places to volunteer abroad.
There are countless ways in which to volunteer. If you have a skill or a hobby, there is a way to share your passion with others through volunteering. If you also find yourself keen on a particular cause, you can also use this as a basis to choose volunteer programs.
Here’s a list of some activities you can do:
Have you always wanted to volunteer in Africa? You can still go even if you don’t have the budget! There are various organizations who don’t charge volunteers.
Volunteer organizations don’t just charge because they want to. They do it because of important reasons such as the following:
These small provider programs will help set you up with an organization which is doing the actual work. They will help you with the logistics and orientation.
An example of volunteer abroad providers is the Sudan Volunteer Programme and African Impact. It’s not for free, but the organization will cover some of the major expenses and you’ll get to save your money.
If you’re looking for a long-term experience abroad, you can consider going abroad through one of the not-for-profit organizations that focus on placing skilled volunteers abroad. Large organizations such as the Peace Corps, United Nations Volunteers and Volunteer Services Organization are great programs to start with.
If you have technical skills (doctors, dentists, teachers), you can try joining Doctors Without Borders, Engineers Without Borders, Veterinarians Without Borders or Operation Smile. You can also try volunteering at independent schools.
Large organizations have a more intensive application process and are very selective when it comes to recruiting volunteers. They will cover most of the cost including accommodation, flights, insurance, and your stipend.
You can also track down and contact organizations in your country of interest in need of volunteers. You can search online or ask for referrals from friends who have already volunteered. This way, you will have more flexibility in terms of the work you will do.
You can check the websites of the Ethical Volunteer, Volunteer Africa, Indeed, and True Travellers online.
Low-Cost Volunteer Abroad Programs
There are also quite a few low-cost options in Africa that are worth looking into. These programs are fairly small, local organizations often run by locals looking to improve their communities. Below is a list of a few organizations you can check:
Remember to take your time and look into your options. Plan in advance and be flexible. Then, save some money and volunteer to serve a community in need.
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