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Children and Education Volunteer Abroad Projects

Help shape the future of our world by volunteering abroad with children or in education.

Teach addition and subtraction in rural South America. Experience friendship that extends beyond words, language, and age. Play capture the flag outside Dar es Salaam. See the value of small acts. Exchange stories see the common threads that tie all human beings together, no matter where we’re from.

Join us for a Children and Education Volunteer Abroad and Virtual Quest to do your part to create a global community, build lasting relationships, and learn about another culture and yourself.

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Volunteer Abroad Destination Reopening

Volunteer Abroad in Finland!

Long-Term Quest to Finland has reopened for 6-month to 1-year travels in January 2022. You can choose from children and education and social work volunteer project areas.

Volunteer Abroad in Italy!

Short-Term Quests to Italy have reopened for 2 – 12 weeks travels. Volunteers can support foster care projects located in Northern Italy, living near or on site with the family. Volunteer Abroad Quests to Italy are available year-round.

Available Children and Education Quests

Teaching Quests

Education is the key to unlocking the vast potential that all humans share. Access to even basic education resources is crucial and can be life-altering. Volunteers can teach English, math, science, environmental studies, and even coach sports. Although you will be teaching, be prepared to learn a lot yourself!

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Japan, Romania, India, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Jordan, Vietnam

Short-term locations: Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Italy, Japan, Nepal, Peru, South Africa
Mid-Term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Honduras, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Long-term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Ghana, Honduras, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, South Korea, Vietnam

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Working with Children Quests

Volunteer with children and see the world through younger eyes. United Planet works with shelters, schools, daycares, after school programs, and clinics around the world to provide resources to children at all stages of life. Create bonds that you would never have imagined otherwise.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
South Africa, India, Costa Rica, Romania, Ecuador

Short-term locations: Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Peru, Italy, Japan, Nepal, South Africa
Mid-Term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Honduras, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam,
Long-term locations: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Ghana, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, South Korea, Vietnam

Culture and Education Quests

Enjoy the unique opportunity to support administration and communications at museums and cultural centers, or join an artisans’ workshop to learn about traditional art techniques such as calligraphy.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Colombia, Russia

Short-term locations: Italy, Japan
Mid-term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Honduras, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Long-term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Finland, Honduras, Indonesia, Mexico, Philippines, Vietnam

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Community Development Quests

Community means a sense of belonging and access to resources and support. Many global communities lack the resources to fully develop and flourish. Help to rebuild these communities by working to alleviate poverty, provide health and education resources, and promote local culture.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Costa Rica, India, Ecuador, Honduras, Burkina Faso, Iraq, Kenya, Mali, Mexico, Philippines, Russia, South Africa

Short-term locations: Peru
Mid-term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Honduras, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Long-term locations: Argentina, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Ghana, Honduras, Finland, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Philippines, Vietnam

A younger woman sits next to an older woman in Nepal.

Women’s Empowerment Quests

Women make up over half of the world’s population. Become a part of a global movement to provide sufficient education, healthcare, and employment resources to women and girls worldwide.

Virtual Volunteering and Virtual Internship Locations:
Costa Rica, India

Short-term locations: Nepal, Peru
Long-term locations: Ecuador, Honduras

How to Get Started

1. Choose a Project

Decide where you want to volunteer, the type of work you want to do, and when you want to go. Not sure? Contact us! We’d love to help.

2. Enroll

Submit your online enrollment form and deposit to make it official and start your journey. We will match you with the best program based on your background, interests, and community need.

3. Get Ready!

Your Program Coordinator will complete an informational phone session with you, confirm your volunteer project placement, and support you every step of the way as you prepare.

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Have questions? We’re here for you. We’d love to help.