Zika Virus: Prevention and Safety
For anyone who has been following the news, the Zika virus is sweeping the headlines. The safety of our volunteers is our biggest priority, so it is important to understand…
For anyone who has been following the news, the Zika virus is sweeping the headlines. The safety of our volunteers is our biggest priority, so it is important to understand…
On September 23 the United Nations met at their New York headquarters to discuss the issue of global climate change. This Summit aimed to inspire world leaders to take action…
There’s a lot to love about Costa Rica; turquoise waters, white sands, emerald mountains. The sounds and odors stimulate the imagination bringing to mind fantasies of exploration and adventure in…
At United Planet, we offer volunteer abroad trips in over 35 countries, and with so many choices it can be difficult to decide where to travel. This article highlights helpful information about…
Spring break is known to be a time when college students take a break from the books to let loose and party in tropical locations before the final stretch of…
Katarina, a previous Short-Term Program Coordinator here at United Planet, recently made a trip to Costa Rica to visit some of United Planet’s project sites and host families. She wrote…
United Planet is an international non-profit organization with a mission to create a global community, one relationship at a time. We connect people who want to make a difference in communities across the world through overseas volunteer travel programs, global virtual internships & volunteering, and project-based virtual exchange programs. With opportunities in more than 40 countries, you will learn, teach, work, engage and immerse yourself in a culture outside your comfort zone. For many, volunteering abroad is the most fulfilling experience of their lives!
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