A rain drop, clock hand and an appeal for help
This post was written by Jamie Attard, a Long-Term United Planet volunteer in Uganda. Lightning forks across the skyline, illuminating an array of fine eggshell cracks in the dark clouds…
My Chilean Quest
When the sunrise over the snow-capped Andes welcomed me to Chile, I knew I was in for a truly humbling and life-changing experience. I was not disappointed.
Feliz Cumpleaños, Freseney!
The following post was written by United Planet volunteer Shannon Foster during her Volunteer Abroad Quest in Peru. My taxi arrives at the orphanage. It is near the Plaza San…
A Message from Chile
In late February, one of our host countries, Chile experienced a devastating earthquake. Our In-Country Coordinator Paul Fischer sent us word shortly after explaining the situation there. Please read below….
Life Lessons from Nepal
The following post is a interview with United Planet volunteer Carrie Schramm, who has just returned from a Volunteer Abroad Quest to Nepal. What was most surprising to you…
¡Jesús de Machaca!
The following post was written by United Planet volunteer Clarke Hung who is currently working in Bolivia. “What’s the biggest animal in the world?” asked Mr. Roly. “The whale or…
