{"id":102774,"date":"2018-11-08T21:37:29","date_gmt":"2018-11-08T21:37:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.globalteer.org\/home\/how-to-volunteer-abroad\/"},"modified":"2025-11-06T23:10:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T23:10:46","slug":"how-to-volunteer-abroad","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.globalteer.org\/us\/home\/how-to-volunteer-abroad\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Volunteer Abroad"},"content":{"rendered":"
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How to <\/span>Volunteer Abroad<\/b><\/span><\/h1>\n

A step by step guide on how to choose your project, how to prepare & what to expect.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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      If you\u2019re considering volunteering abroad, and this is your first time going through the process, you probably have a lot of questions! Luckily for you, as international volunteering experts, we have all the answers for you!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      We\u2019re going to take you through every step of your volunteer experience, from start to finish, so that you know where to begin, how to prepare, and what to expect during your volunteer trip abroad. We\u2019ll walk you through:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      Choosing the Right Overseas Volunteer project for You<\/a><\/h6>\n

      Navigating the volunteer opportunities.
      \nSteering yourself in the right direction.
      \nWhy do you want to volunteer in the first place?
      \nWhat do you want to do?
      \nWhere do you want to volunteer abroad?
      \nWho are you?
      \nHow much time do you want to spend volunteering abroad?
      \nWhat kind of volunteer organisation do you want to volunteer through?
      \nIs volunteering overseas right for you?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      Pre- departure: How to Prepare Before you set off<\/a><\/h6>\n

      Book your flights.
      \nGet the proper visa.
      \nPurchase travel insurance.
      \nVaccinations and health check-up: See your doctor!
      \nFundraise.
      \nMake sure you will have cellular coverage.
      \nFind out where your embassy is.
      \nMake copies of important documents.
      \nPacking for your volunteer trip.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      What to Expect While You are Volunteering Abroad<\/a><\/h6>\n

      Forget everything you thought you knew. Be open-minded!
      \nCulture shock.
      \nDay-to-day life of a volunteer.
      \nDiscover the culture.
      \nMaking friends.
      \nSightseeing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      Steps to Take Upon Returning Home<\/a><\/h6>\n

      Send feedback.
      \nWrite online reviews.
      \nWrite your story \u2013 get the word out!
      \nStay connected \u2013 become a supporter or donor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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      We will cover the essential things you need to know to give you more confidence throughout your volunteering journey!<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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      Search for your ideal volunteer project placement<\/span><\/h2>\n