Tag: volunteering tips
June 20, 2020
How to Be Motivated While Volunteering Abroad & Avoid Burnout
We know that it’s not easy to travel abroad for a considerable period of time and give your valuable time & energy towards improving the lives of others. Stepping out of the comfort zone and trying to adapt to a new land needs a lot of mental effort while working for a volunteer program requires […]
May 29, 2019
How To Convince Your Parents For Letting You Volunteer Abroad?
In today’s date, only classroom education is not enough – and a lot of importance is given on experiential learning. High school and college students are, thus, opting to travel and volunteer abroad for a meaningful program, in order to gain first-hand international work experience and also, to understand what actually tickles their interest. Just […]
July 30, 2018
23 Tips For Making The Most of Your Volunteering Experience
Volunteering abroad is no more a “new way of traveling”! Many gap year travelers and backpackers take up volunteer abroad project as a part of their expedition. The simple reason behind it is the unique experience one gets while traveling to new places. After all, how else would one get an opportunity to stay amongst the natives and understand the […]
January 22, 2018
How Can A Volunteering Experience Take You A Step Ahead Than Your Peers
Apart from the fact that it fetches a sense of satisfaction, volunteering abroad can provide several other opportunities that are often overlooked. The word ‘volunteering’ is usually associated with a philanthropic act of giving and in most cases, the skills and experiences that the volunteer gains are neglected in the entire process. When you travel […]
December 11, 2017
Useful Tips To Find The Right Volunteering Opportunity For 2024 – 2025
Volunteering abroad is undoubtedly a life-changing experience and one has to be careful about making the choices while planning it. There are countless volunteering opportunities that are available and one should choose a program that completely aligns with their interests. Here are some basic questions that will help you to take a perfect decision before […]
August 28, 2017
Why Should You Book A Spot For Volunteering Abroad In Advance?
Ever wondered why there is a system for booking things in advance? That’s because everyone looks to get hold of the best that is at offer; volunteering abroad is one such activity. Over the years, the trend has shown that a maximum number of people take up volunteering abroad during their gap year or summer vacations. […]
July 3, 2017
Things You Should Remember While Volunteering In The Philippines
When we travel to a new destination, there’s always a thrill of experiencing different things, meeting people, exploring places etc. Officially known as the ‘Republic of the Philippines’, this South Asian country is an archipelago comprising of more than 7,100 islands, of which only 2,000 are inhabited. The programs offered by Volunteering Solutions are placed […]
June 14, 2016
5 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Volunteer Experience
There are a number of benefits to volunteering, whether abroad or at home, that one can expect. From gaining valuable real-world volunteer experience and developing new skills to expanding your professional network and exploring new occupations; the list is a long one. One study found that students who take a gap year are more likely […]
April 18, 2016
Volunteer Your Way Into a New Career
Does the following Steve Jobs’ quote ring true to you? It does for me. And it probably does for anyone who has passion for their work. “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. […]
March 8, 2016
These 10 GIFs Perfectly Reflects The Experience of Volunteering Abroad
Volunteering abroad is not a new term in the world of traveling, especially amongst the millennial travelers. Every year, a gamut of college students, on their gap year, and other backpackers take up volunteering abroad as the platform to travel abroad. This gives them the opportunity to not just travel like any other tourist, but […]