Volunteer in Africa: Callie in Ghana
United Planet’s mission is to create a global community, one relationship at a time. Well, there is no better place to fulfill this mission than in Ghana, a country that…
Meet United Planet’s Founder
Meet Dave Santulli, President and Founder of United Planet. He laid the foundation of United Planet 15 years ago and has been reinforcing our values to the present day. His love for the exploring the…
When in Rome, Ride the Bus
I planted my legs shoulder-width apart, bracing myself for the inevitable unexpected lurch of the subway car. I ride the “T” (Boston’s public transportation) daily, but this time I found…
Tips for Your First Time Abroad
Going abroad for the first time – especially on your own – is a lot to think about. Between figuring out everything you need to bring, deciding exactly what you…
Why I Joined United Planet: Erika
Here at United Planet, when we say that spending time abroad is transformative and potentially life-changing, I can confidently say from firsthand experience that we’re not exaggerating. First, let me…
10 Signs You’re Completely Addicted to Volunteering Abroad with United Planet
You know you’re the ultimate #teamUP member when any of the following points apply to you… You are constantly dreaming of your next Quest. You spend hours browsing the United…
