Starting a new life
Post written by Albert Flannery, a United Planet Volunteer. When I landed in Chengdu, I was met by two wonderful people: Professor Nie and Vanya a student at the Chengdu…
Arabic Lesson
Post written by Theresa, a United Planet team member Last night I had an Arabic dance lesson. The tiny, beautiful college student who came over to teach me was incredible….
Ramadan Mubarak!
Post written by Sara, a United Planet team member During the month of September, 1.5 billion Muslims all over the world are observing the Holy month of Ramadan. “Ramadan” is…
Guatemala: A kaleidoscope of sensations
Post written by Kim McDermott, a United Planet Volunteer Our first impression of Guatemala during our first few days was sensory overload! The colorful woven fabrics, loud streets with honking…
Battambang By Boat
Post written by Isisara Bey, a United Planet volunteer We joined the members of United Planet’s photography Quest for a three day excursion up-country to Battambang, Cambodia’s second largest city,…
Trekking through India
Post written by Sonya Anne Dunsirn, a United Planet Volunteer My first experience in India was being greeted by the torrential monsoon rain. My friend Jenna and I…
