Last week, United Planet received the Innovative Volunteer Abroad Program award from GoAbroad at the 75th NAFSA Conference in Washington, D.C. This award comes as a result of GoAbroad’s acknowledgment of United Planet’s outstanding volunteer program, which is specifically designed to address the urgent global issue of the Ukrainian refugee crisis in Moldova.
GoAbroad, a leading platform for international education and travel opportunities, commended United Planet’s program, noting that it stands out as an exceptional Volunteer Abroad Program. The program’s distinctive attributes include its focus on addressing a pressing global issue, providing holistic support, promoting cultural immersion and exchange, fostering skill development, driving sustainable impact, offering innovative solutions, and emphasizing inclusiveness.
The volunteers involved in the Moldova program play a crucial role by providing hands-on support, such as supplying donations and necessities to Ukrainian refugees. Moreover, they offer administrative and logistical assistance in relocation, job placement, and legal matters.
Without our volunteers, this program would not be as successful and helpful as it is today. For that, we thank all of you who are involved. All of your efforts to support the Ukrainian refugees are inspirational and key to fostering cross-cultural understanding and TRUE partnerships.
Our Founder and President, David Santulli, expressed his gratitude for the award: “This recognition is a testament to the remarkable contributions of our dedicated volunteers, supportive partners, committed team members, and visionary board members. I accept this award on behalf of the entire United Planet Community, as it represents our collective efforts in building a more peaceful, sustainable, and united planet. Together, we will continue to make a positive impact and fulfill the mission of United Planet.”
Our partnerships in Moldova are instrumental in fostering a collaborative environment that promotes education, culture, ecology, historical heritage protection, and assistance to disadvantaged individuals. These partnerships contribute to the development of a more peaceful and just society and enable United Planet to engage volunteers at both the national and international levels.
Volunteers interested in joining United Planet’s Moldova Volunteer Abroad program can contribute their skills and time to support various organizations in Chișinău, the capital of Moldova. The program welcomes volunteers to assist in refugee support centers, providing essential services, temporary housing, and aid with relocation, administrative tasks, and hands-on support.
For more information about United Planet’s Moldova Volunteer Abroad program or to enroll as a volunteer, please click here.
United Planet Founder and President, David Santulli, receives the GoAbroad award.
ABOUT UNITED PLANET
United Planet is a non-profit organization with a mission to create a global community, one relationship at a time. Established in 2001, United Planet offers volunteer abroad, virtual internships, internships abroad, gap year volunteering, and global virtual exchange in more than 40 countries.
