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Articles about volunteering abroad, travel and news about Projects Abroad
Childcare and Conservation volunteer reads a story to the children in her class

By Vicci Parry 06th March, 2019

Short-term Volunteering Abroad: Can You Really Make a Difference?

Are you thinking about volunteering abroad, but can only commit to a couple of weeks? We know life can be busy.

Stuart Timson take the Conservation volunteers on a tour of the animal rescue centre in Peru

By Jen Southern 01st March, 2019

A day in the life of an Amazon Rainforest Conservation volunteer in Peru

Life as a Conservation volunteer in the Amazon Rainforest is hard work but it can also be incredibly rewarding. Think about what it be like to spend your days working in the wild greenery of Peru.

High School Special volunteers pose for a photo after a medical outreach at a school in Kenya

By Isabel Silva 27th February, 2019

Medical Volunteering for High School Students

Choosing a future career can be difficult, especially if you’re still a teenager. All you’ve known is school and the subjects you’ve been able to learn.

Shuan watching over the kids as they practice their surfing skills on Muizenberg beach

By Julie Brondeel 20th February, 2019

People of Projects Abroad: Shuan Solomons - Surfing Coordinator in South Africa

An organisation is only as extraordinary as its people, and those we have plenty of! We employ and train all our own volunteer staff support.

During her high school volunteer trip abroad, a Public Health volunteer measures blood pressure in a medical outreach.

By Isabel Silva 13th February, 2019

You wouldn’t believe the impact our high school volunteers had last summer

Now that you know all about the journey you’ll take as a teen volunteer abroad, are you ready to join us on a High School Special Project and discover what you’re capable...

An intern checks a woman’s blood pressure during an undergraduate medical volunteering opportunity abroad.

By Vicci Parry 06th February, 2019

Our Top 4 Pre-Med Programs for Undergraduates in 2024

Medical school applications - if these three simple words are enough to send you reeling, you’re probably a pre-med student.

Trained South African staff employed by Projects Abroad check on a safe volunteer abroad placement.

By Jen Southern 23rd January, 2019

10 Ways we keep you safe when travelling abroad with us

Are you travelling alone to a new country for the first time? Wondering if volunteering, interning or studying abroad is safe?

High school students volunteering abroad on Projects Abroad’s programs for 15 year olds.

By Vicci Parry 16th January, 2019

High school volunteer opportunities abroad: What’s the journey really like?

Are you ready to take a step out of your comfort zone, push your boundaries, and do something extraordinary over your summer break? Then our High School Specials are for you!

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