Sign language is truly an international language!

Six months and three volunteer programs later Jessica had a lifetime of experiences under her belt - but we bet she will go back and volunteer again in the future! Helping people is addictive!  From working with young girls who were victims of sex trafficking near Bangkok, to an orphanage in the north of Thailand, to a home for the deaf in China, her stories are touching and really show you why volunteering overseas will open your eyes and change your life. And yes, it turns out that sign language is understood globally. Why dont they teach it in school? Beats me!

Listen to Jessica discuss her experiences in China and Thailand

Two times are better than one!

You know what they say - if you do something once and absolutely love it, go back and do it again. Well Denise  went and volunteered in India and loved it so much that she turned around and volunteered in Peru the following year! When you use your vacation time from work to volunteer in the 2nd and 3rd world you know there has to be something exciting about it. Listen to her stories and you will know why she did it twice!

Listen to Denise discuss her experiences in both India and Peru

Did someone call for a dentist?

Join us for this discussion as we speak with Scott who served in Ayacucho, Peru for two weeks in a health clinic. As an enthusiastic volunteer Scott did everything possible in the clinic. But he should have been warned to 'Beware what you wish for' - he wasn't counting on pulling teeth! Oh yeah, and don't forget - Peru is the land of the Incas and there is plenty to do on your days off!

Listen to Scott talk about his experiences volunteering in a clinic in Peru

From Kindergarten to an Elderly Home in Guatemala!

Join us for this discussion as we speak with Dylan who volunteered in Guatemala in two separate programs - in a kindergarten class and in a home for elderly women! Ever imagined having many, many grandmothers? She didn't either, but wouldnt trade the experience for anything! Volunteering in the heart of the ancient Mayan culture......need we say more?

Listen to Dylan talk about her experiences volunteering in Guatemala

Volunteering in a Costa Rican Young Womens Shelter

Join us in this discussion as we speak with Carrie who spent a month in Costa Rica volunteering at a shelter for abused girls. Hear how she built relationships with these young women touched by tragedy amidst the beauty of this Central American country.

Listen to Carrie talk about volunteering in Costa Rica

Volunteering in Peru

Join us for this discussion as we speak with Emily who spent 6 months in Peru volunteering in 3 different projects in two different regions. Her first stop was in Lima, where she first worked with four year olds in a summer educational program and then in a home for elderly women. Next she traveled to Ayacucho where she taught English. Not only were her programs vastly different, but her perspective concerning each are a must read for anyone considering volunteering in any capacity. Hear about her living conditions, the organization she went through, and what she gained from the experience.

Listen to Emily talk about her experiences in Peru

Teaching Yoga in Dharmsala, India

Join us for this discussion as we speak with Edya. She combined her love of yoga with her desire to volunteer in India, and worked in a detox center helping men achieve and maintain sobriety through the practice of yoga. Dharmsala is located in in the majestic Himalayas in northern India. It is best known as the place where the Dalai Lama and his fellow Tibeten refuges have set up a government in exile. Combine this with traditional Indian culture and you have a very popular travel destination for independent and adventure travelers. Edya provides vivid descriptions of the town and makes you want to pack your bags and volunteer there today!

Listen to Edya describe life in Dharmsala

Volunteering at a prison in Peru

In this discussion we speak with Sabrina who spent 3 months working with mothers and their children in the Yanamilla Prison in Ayacucho, Peru. In Peru, children must go to prison with their parents if there is nobody else to care for them. Listen to her amazing stories of 'life on the inside' and other experiences she had while volunteering!

Listen to Sabrina discuss her experience in Ayacucho