A Life Changing Experience
Step into a life-changing journey and become part of something bigger than yourself. United Planet’s Volunteer Abroad programs connect you with communities around the world, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while experiencing new cultures firsthand.
As a mission-driven nonprofit, United Planet is dedicated to building a more connected and peaceful world, through immersive “Quest” experiences, you won’t just visit a destination, you’ll live, learn, and contribute alongside local communities.
Whether you’re supporting education, health, environmental, or community development initiatives, every program is designed to be authentic, impactful, and transformative. With opportunities in 40+ countries, you’ll step outside your comfort zone, and build lasting connections.
Join us and help create a global community, one relationship at a time.
At United Planet, volunteering abroad is more than just lending a hand—it’s about building connections that last a lifetime. Contribute to impactful community projects in areas like education, global health, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, wildlife conservation, and more. Discover a program that aligns with your passion and immerse yourself in a culture that will change how you see the world. Need inspiration on where to make a difference? Explore the possibilities and start your journey with United Planet today!
I enjoyed so much staying with my host family! The family members looked after me so well. They bought T-shirts and stationery as a gift and treated me as their son, and I helped them back to clean the dishes and have fun with their children. So I really appreciated and enjoyed the time in Japan because of those happy experiences.
This experience taught me how much more I could possibly teach children, and how they could learn more than books. I also experienced making my own Matcha tea in a tea ceremony, dressed up in a yukata and painted my own wind bell, and even went fishing after watching the festival that wished for good catches of fishes! An experience full of learning, laughter, and smiles. Leaving it was a bittersweet moment.
United Planet in Japan was beyond ideal; it was very organized and sculpted my first experience in Japan to be the best it could be! Japan is everything I expected and much, much more. The traditional values that shape the everyday lives of the Japanese people are extremely inspiring. The people’s respect for each other and ultimately everything on earth is so admirable. I love it here and I will absolutely be back.
I learned a lot from their positive attitude I have had build up a strong independent character. It was a rich experience at first it was hard to grasp it all the food type and there respect gestures but I got through it with time and other assistance.
My Quest was an amazing and eye-opening experience that has changed my perspectives on social responsibility and intercultural exchange. This was the first trip that I have taken that I felt truly immersed in the culture of the country.
Have questions? We’re here for you. We’d love to help.
Choose a Project
Decide where you want to volunteer, the type of work you want to do, and when you want to go. Not sure? Contact us! We’d love to help.
Enroll
Submit your online enrollment form and deposit to make it official and start your journey. We will match you with the best program based on your background, interests, and community need.
Get Ready!
Your Program Coordinator will complete an informational phone session with you, confirm your volunteer project placement, and support you every step of the way as you prepare.
United Planet Quests are designed to be immersive, authentic, comprehensive and provide you everything you’ll need to succeed. The program elements allow you to engage fully with a new culture, forge strong relationships, and challenge yourself. Most importantly, we partner with the community to ensure your experience will be important, relevant and helpful to the community you serve.
