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Articles about volunteering abroad, travel and news about Projects Abroad
Shuan watching over the kids as they practice their surfing skills on Muizenberg beach

By Julie Brondeel 20th February, 2019

People of Projects Abroad: Shuan Solomons - Surfing Coordinator in South Africa
Learn about Shuan’s story and his role as the Surfing Coordinator in South Africa.
During her high school volunteer trip abroad, a Public Health volunteer measures blood pressure in a medical outreach.

By Isabel Silva 13th February, 2019

You wouldn’t believe the impact our high school volunteers had last summer
Read more about the highlights of the impact our teen volunteers achieved during their teen volunteer trip abroad in summer 2019.
An intern checks a woman’s blood pressure during an undergraduate medical volunteering opportunity abroad.

By Thom Brown 06th February, 2019

Our top 4 programs for pre-med students
Wondering how to get clinical experience as an undergraduate? Our Pre-Med Programs give you real-world experience to level-up your med school application!
Trained South African staff employed by Projects Abroad check on a safe volunteer abroad placement.

By Jen Southern 23rd January, 2019

10 Ways we keep you safe when travelling abroad with us
A list of ways Projects Abroad ensures your safety as a volunteer overseas. We cover topics on health, accommodation, transport and more!
An older Projects Abroad volunteer reads to a child in Africa.

By Stephanie Klink 09th January, 2019

Best Volunteer Programs for Adults over 50 in 2025
Take advantage of your later years and do something different by volunteering abroad. Here are our best volunteer abroad programs for people in their 50s, 60s, and older.
A group of Projects Abroad volunteers assist with a beach clean-up initiative where no experience is needed to volunteer overseas.

By Vicci Parry 23rd October, 2018

Do I need experience to volunteer abroad?
Everything you need to know about requirements for volunteering abroad with Projects Abroad.
When you encounter an unfamiliar way of life while travelling abroad, you can experience a culture shock.

By Hannah Atkins 28th November, 2017

Coping With Culture Shock: Symptoms & Solutions
Travelling to a new country can be overwhelming - here's our advice on how to overcome culture shock and the Projects Abroad resources available to you!
Elective students practice suturing

By Hannah Atkins 19th October, 2016

6 Reasons to do a Medical Elective Abroad in 2024
Are you a medical student looking to push yourself and broaden your horizons? Find out what makes a Medical Elective abroad both challenging and rewarding!

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