United Planet Blog

The Spirit of Nippon (Japan)

August 1, 2011United Planet

I did not find what I was looking for in Japan. Where I expected self-pity, sadness, and hopelessness, I found courage, gratitude, and love.

Catch 22: How Can You Explore Foreign Cultures Without Leaving Home?

August 1, 2011United Planet

In addition to sending volunteers abroad, United Planet also sponsors ambassador clubs; clubs designed to spread tolerance and teach students about foreign cultures through cross-cultural activities. (activities focused on one or more different cultures) Naomi, a student at Shanghai International Studies University, founded an ambassador club last year after seeing United Planet’s name on an inspirational website.

Streets of Quito

July 28, 2011United Planet

A wee story about the joys of volunteering in another country. Rather than traveling. Even as a backpacker… And by “volunteering” I mean: living and working with people. That’s all.

South Africa. Sports Camp. So Cool.

July 28, 2011United Planet

United Planet is really happy to announce a new program where international volunteers can help at a sports camp that serves kids in South Africa who are at risk/disadvantaged.

A great way to embody “corporate responsibility” — while having fun, giving back, seeing the world

July 21, 2011United Planet

For the past few years, United Planet has been delighted to work with Flagstone Reinsurance, based in Canada, to send groups of employees on Short-term Quests to several countries.

“An absolute joy” in Ecuador

July 18, 2011United Planet

The center provides care and meals for 40 – 70 children, ages two to 12, who need attention; their families are missing fathers, or struggling with alcohol and drug problems, or suffering from disabilities. Many single moms drop off their kids while they cobble together work – selling food on the streets, cleaning. The center is jumping with life, but existing on a shoestring.