Volunteer in Morocco

Experience Morocco on a deeper level, build lifelong relationships, and contribute to long-term community development.

A long-term placement in Morocco allows you to move beyond surface-level cultural immersion and truly become part of the community. With more time to settle into daily rhythms, collaborate with local organizations, and develop meaningful connections, you have the opportunity to create a lasting impact while gaining invaluable personal and professional growth.

Morocco’s rich blend of Amazigh, Arab, and French influences, its dynamic cities, tranquil villages, and diverse landscapes make it an inspiring place to live and serve. As you contribute to ongoing initiatives, you’ll also develop language skills, cultural fluency, and a deeper understanding of community-driven development.

• Support teachers in English, French, or basic computer skills
• Take on long-term projects such as developing lesson plans, coordinating activities, or leading creative workshops.
• Mentor youth in after-school programs, literacy clubs, or cultural exchange activities.

• Assist local organizations with ongoing programs, monitoring activities, community outreach, and administrative support.
• Contribute to long-term women’s empowerment initiatives, skill-building workshops, or awareness campaigns.
• Help strengthen organizational capacity through documentation, communications, or project planning.

• Join long-term conservation or community gardening initiatives.

• Help develop sustainability education curriculums or assist with environmental awareness programs.

• Support ongoing efforts in recycling, waste reduction, or eco-friendly community practices.

With extended time in Morocco, volunteers experience:

• A stronger connection with host families and neighbors
• Participation in local holidays, traditions, and community celebrations
• Increased confidence navigating local culture and customs
• A sense of belonging that only comes from living like a local

You’ll witness the rhythms of Moroccan life, from slow mornings with mint tea to vibrant communal gatherings, and become part of the cultural fabric.

While no prior language skills are required, long-term volunteers experience significant language progress.

Many volunteers choose to enroll in an intensive Arabic course before or during the placement, with options for:

• Group or one-on-one instruction
• Structured exercises and real-world practice
• Programs tailored to volunteers’ learning pace

By living and interacting daily with community members, your language skills naturally become stronger and more intuitive over time.

Long-term volunteers have time to explore Morocco at a comfortable pace. Activities may include:

• Visits to historic medinas, mosques, and artisan markets

• Traditional Moroccan cooking lessons

• Music, storytelling, and cultural workshops

• Trips to cities like Marrakech, Fes, Rabat, Essaouira, or the Atlas Mountains

• Opportunities to learn regional dialects and connect with local customs

• Extensive pre-departure preparation with United Planet
• Arrival Camp orientation in-country
• Mid-Year Camp (for 1 year volunteers) and Final Camp
• Food and lodging in your host country
• Airport transfers
• Emergency medical insurance
• Ongoing support and supervision in-country throughout your Quest
• Ongoing support from United Planet
• Language training
• Monthly stipend for incidental expenses
• 20-40 hrs of service per week
• A United Planet t-shirt

• 18 – 30 years old
• Citizen or resident of the United States or Canada

• Volunteers are responsible for booking and covering the cost of their own flights (including pre-departure training)
• Volunteers will obtain the necessary visas with support from our Long-Term staff to volunteer in their host country.