Meet Our Volunteers: Kaitlyn T.
Last week we had the honor to speak with Kaitlyn T., a junior at the University of Central Arkansas. She will be going on a United Planet Short-Term Quest this summer…
Putting Program Fees Into Perspective
NEW ARTICLE! Why Pay To Volunteer Abroad & How To Choose A Volunteer Abroad Organization? When people think about volunteering abroad, the thought of paying for the experience often seems counter-intuitive….
Why I Joined United Planet: Erika
Here at United Planet, when we say that spending time abroad is transformative and potentially life-changing, I can confidently say from firsthand experience that we’re not exaggerating. First, let me…
What is National Volunteer Week?
Happy National Volunteer Week! This year marks the 40th anniversary of National Volunteer Week, one week out of the year that is dedicated to recognizing the difference made by…
April is National Volunteer Month!
What is National Volunteer Month? National Volunteer Week began in 1974 when President Richard Nixon signed an executive order establishing the week as an annual celebration of volunteering. Every president…
The Olympics as a Cross-Cultural Incubator
The World’s Attention Was on Sochi, Russia. Ironically, while the polar vortex had a freezing grip on most of the U.S., the Olympics in Sochi, Russia was experiencing a warm…
