Ashley’s First Summer of Service in Romania
Ashley, a student from Davidson College, went on a volunteer Quest to Romania with United Planet. She wrote this reflection when flying to her next destination: Prague, where she took…
Gap Year in Denmark: Let Go of Perfectionism and Embrace Mistakes
Did you take a gap year and have some inspirational stories you’d like to share with others? For many students, a gap year is their first attempt at a solo…
Carlito’s Self-Reflection on a Gap Year in Finland
Carlito Cascone returned from Finland after participating in the Child and Family Development and Education program. Carlito graduated from Hiram College and was taking a gap year between college and…
Ajay in Chile: Being Independent While Volunteering Abroad
Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer. Travel also gives you priceless memories, enriches your knowledge and your experiences. However, joining volunteer abroad programs can even…
Ajay in Chile Part 2: Stepping Out of Comfort Zone
How hard could it be for Ajay to volunteer in Chile? If he can do it, you can do it, right? Well, volunteering abroad isn’t hard at all but turning…
Chelsea’s Eye-opening Experience Volunteering in Japan
A returning volunteer from our Children & Education program in Japan has bundles of stories, anecdotes, and photographs to share! Chelsea reflects on her experience in Japan with us after…
