international volunteering Archives - Page 12 of 21

Teaching in Nepal and making a difference. One volunteer shares her story.

January 23, 2012United PlanetAsia, Foreign Culture, international volunteering, local culture, travel, traveling, United Planet, volunteer abroad, volunteer overseas, Volunteer Story, volunteer work

While on sabbatical from teaching, Arlyn volunteered in Nepal.

Fire at Romanian Orphanage

December 15, 2011United Planetinternational volunteering, non-profit, support, Team Stories, volunteer abroad, volunteer overseas, Volunteer Story, volunteer work

We’re sad to report that on December 12, 2011, the orphanage suffered a devastating fire, which damaged several buildings. Fortunately no one was hurt during the fire, which blazed until late hours of the night/early morning.

Wonderful experiences for first volunteers in United Planet Japan

November 22, 2011United Planetinternational volunteering, volunteer abroad, Volunteer Story

“My experience in Japan has exceeded all expectations. The cultural exchange with the locals – coupled with my Quest – have ensured that memories of my stay here will stay with me for a very long time.”

Fashion Blogger and Volunteer Extraordinaire Travels to Nepal!

October 28, 2011United PlanetAsia, Foreign Culture, international volunteering, local culture, Local festival, Nepal, non-profit, photo series, travel, traveling, United Planet, volunteer abroad, volunteer overseas, Volunteer Story, volunteer work

Meet Lilyanne, a fashion blogger from Vancouver with an edgy style and a passion for life. Here are some of the highlights as well as a few pictures from her 4 week long journey.

ON A SCALE OF 1 TO 10, A RETIRED COUPLE GIVE THEIR CHILE QUEST AN 11

October 12, 2011United PlanetChile, international volunteering, non-profit, travel, traveling, United Planet, volunteer abroad, volunteer overseas, Volunteer Story, volunteer work

This is a warm-hearted couple from the U.S. who just finished a volunteering tour in Chile. They enjoyed home stays, mining tours, sharing with students, and so much more. We love our volunteers!