International Volunteering

For those of us who live in developed countries, we often forget how lucky we are to have simple necessities such as water, food, shelter, and medicine. One great way to travel while also giving back to the world is by volunteering.  Whether you’re a medical professional, student, business person, teacher, or construction person, there are so many organizations which need your skills – or simply an extra set of hands! Volunteering is a great way to experience another culture, give back to the world, meet interesting people, and learn new skills through cultural immersion.

Here’s one organization I volunteered for, LIGA The Flying Doctors of Mercy. This organization gets together volunteer pilots, doctors, assistants, students, organizers, and others to host a medical clinic in Mexico where medical services are needed.

There are many volunteer programs to satisfy most interests such as:

Wildlife and Marine Conservation

Teaching

Women’s empowerment

Community development

Water Safety Projects

Construction and renovation projects

Refugee support

Environmental conservation

Climate action

Here’s a list of organizations to consider:

1. International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ): IVHQ is a leading volunteering organization that offers top-rated volunteer opportunities worldwide. They have programs in Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, North America, Central America, South America, the Middle East, and Asia. Whether you’re passionate about wildlife conservation, community development, or healthcare, IVHQ has diverse projects to choose from.

2. GoAbroad: GoAbroad provides a list of awesome volunteer abroad programs specifically for adults. Their programs cover various causes, including education, environmental conservation, and community development

3. Volunteer World: Volunteer World handpicked the 10 best volunteer opportunities from over 1,600 programs. From working with sea turtles in Costa Rica to coral reef conservation in Bali, they’ve got you covered.

4. Go Overseas: Go Overseas also features some of the best volunteer abroad programs globally. If you want to make a tangible difference in the lives of others, consider exploring their recommendations.

Just be sure to research the organization to ensure it’s reputable and safe.

It’s a great way to create life-long memorable experiences and to contribute to a better world.