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The Rewards of Volunteering Overseas

Midway through his project, Andrew shares his thoughts on how to make the greatest contribution as international volunteer.
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Bourda market in Georgetown, Guyana.

Learning New Words in an English-Speaking Country

Guyana's official language may be English, but blogger Kendra feels like she's learning her native language all over again.
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The city skyline in Quito, Ecuador.

Saying Goodbye to Ecuador

Just after the culture shock has worn off, Rudayna learns that she's moving from Ecuador to Nicaragua.
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Women in Madagascar inspect the "frip" in a local market.

5 Tips to Finding Fabulous "Frip"

How to stretch your overseas intern salary by investing in secondhand clothing.
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Advice from an International Volunteer Coordinator

How to make a meaningful contribution while volunteering overseas.
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Volunteers Leah, Andrew and Evan at the CARICOM Hunger Free Conference in Georgetown, Guyana.

Guyana's Caribbean Identity

Andrew O'Dea thought he was going to volunteer in South America. Instead, he wound up in the Caribbean.
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Street vendors in Accra.

The Best Place to Shop in Accra

Blogger Camaro reflects on retail therapy, Ghana-style.
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It turns out that mixing cement and laying bricks requires some pretty specific types of clothing; Noa's poor Lululemon Capris will never be the same.

What Not to Pack for a Volunteer Construction Project

Think that volunteering in Bali means that you should pack a bikini and flip-flops? Think again.
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The courtyard of St. Benedictine monastery in Ambositra, Madgascar

A Day Trip in Madagascar

A stroll through the streets of Ambositra re-awakens an international volunteer's senses.
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Building a Future in Indonesia

Building a Future in Indonesia

Volunteers in Bali ensure that houses become a home.
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Remedies for Altitude Sickness

Remedies for Altitude Sickness

Rudayna attempts to catch her breath while working abroad in Quito, Ecuador.
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Children dance outside in the streets of Cove and John, Guyana.

An International Volunteer's First Week in Guyana

In the land of lush rainforest and friendly smiles, Andrew reflects on what the phrase "third world" really means.
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