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What’s it Like to Volunteer in Peru with United Planet? (VIDEO)

July 9, 2013United PlanetFeatured, Peru, United Planet, Volunteer in Peru, Volunteer Story, winter break, winter break volunteering

So you want to volunteer in Peru? We can see why. Peru is a culturally and environmentally rich country, and one of the most popular Quest destinations for United Planet volunteers….

Country Spotlight: Chile

June 11, 2013Camille DechambreChile, Chilean geography, country spotlight, English teaching, Featured, Latin America, south america, volunteer abroad in chile, volunteer in chile, volunteer in South America

At United Planet, we offer volunteer abroad trips to over 40 countries – but we know it can be difficult to decide where you want to travel. The following article…

VIDEO: United Planet Healthcare Quest Spotlight

May 16, 2013United PlanetFeatured, healthcare, healthcare volunteer, Quest, United Planet, volunteer abroad

Opportunities to volunteer abroad in the healthcare field are everywhere. This type of volunteer work is personal and extremely rewarding, and is a great way to expand your knowledge both…

United Planet Featured on the Organic Times Blog!

May 14, 2013Andrea Shapiroclimate change, conservation, Ecuador, environment, environmental volunteering, environmentalism, Featured, green travel, New Zealand, responsible tourism, sustainability, volunteer abroad

United Planet was recently featured on the Organic Times Blog, a website dedicated to sustainable, healthy living and environmental action. We’ve reposted the article here – check it out! Are…

Country Spotlight: Nepal

May 1, 2013Camille DechambreAsia, country spotlight, culture, Featured, Kathmandu, Nepal, travel, volunteer abroad

At United Planet, we offer volunteer abroad trips to over 40 countries – but we know it can be difficult to decide where you want to travel. The following article provides some…

World Health Day 2013: Control Your Blood Pressure

April 7, 2013Lauren Mackiechildren, Ecuador, Featured, health care, international volunteering, Peru, teaching, United Planet, volunteer abroad, world health, worldwide

Today is World Health Day, and, as health is an important issue in every country and culture, we are very excited to celebrate this day with all of our friends around…

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United Planet is an international non-profit organization with a mission to create a global community, one relationship at a time. We connect people who want to make a difference in communities across the world through overseas volunteer travel programs, global virtual internships & volunteering, and project-based virtual exchange programs. With opportunities in more than 40 countries, you will learn, teach, work, engage and immerse yourself in a culture outside your comfort zone. For many, volunteering abroad is the most fulfilling experience of their lives!

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