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Volunteers on the canopy walkway in the forest

By Sara Macdonald 14th January, 2022

Sara's Story: Part 2 - Working with Animals in the Amazon Rainforest
Want to work with animals in Peru? Hear Sara's story of volunteering abroad for a year
Guadalajara, Mexico

By Sara Macdonald 07th December, 2021

Sara's Story: Volunteering Abroad for a Year
Want to help migrants in Mexico? Hear Sara's story of volunteering abroad for a year

By Greg Thomson 05th November, 2021

Projects Abroad Declares a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency
Projects Abroad declares a Climate Emergency and we launch our Climate and Biodiversity Action Plan
A newly hatched turtle crawls across the sand to reach the ocean in Mexico.

By Isabel Silva 01st July, 2020

5 Things to Expect when Traveling to Mexico for the First Time
There’s more to Mexico than beaches, sombreros, tacos, and tequila. Here’s what you can really expect when traveling to Mexico for the first time.
Tanzanian women listen to a human rights talk given by interns on a gap year for law school.

By Stephanie Klink 10th June, 2020

Top Four Ideas: What should I do in my Gap Year before Law School?
Should you take a gap year before law school? We say yes! Learn about the benefits of taking time off to prepare for next steps in your journey to become a lawyer.
Participants on an animal volunteer program in Botswana capture a baby rhino on camera.

By Stephanie Klink 15th May, 2020

Best Animal Volunteer Abroad Programs
Travel and volunteer with animals of all shapes and sizes, from mischievous, silky-furred lemurs to waddling African Penguins. Here are nine of our best opportunities!
A stunning view of Table Mountain in Cape Town, captured by someone travelling to South Africa.

By Ashwin September and Stephanie Klink 15th May, 2020

6 Things to Expect When Traveling to South Africa
Traveling to South Africa for the first time can be a leap into the unknown. Here are a few things you can expect on your first trip to Cape Town, South Africa.
A Projects Abroad volunteer is washing her hands while volunteering abroad.

By Ashwin September 14th May, 2020

A Guide on How to Stay Healthy when Traveling Abroad
Health and wellness while traveling are more important than ever in 2020. Take a look at our travel wellness tips for anyone seeking adventure and purpose abroad.

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