The history, architecture, scenery, cuisine, safety, and climate of Europe make the continent a favorite travel destination. The culinary delights, from Italian pasta and Greek mousaka to the Polish pierogi and the Portuguese bacalhau à brás, further enhance the appeal of this vibrant continent. The bonus of truly getting to know local people through community […]
In this ongoing series, we describe Global Volunteers’ guiding principles. These ten foundational values shape our human and economic development approach and, in partnership with communities we serve globally, have yielded remarkable results. These principles are shared with all our volunteers as they prepare for their service programs, equipping them to effectively serve communities and […]
Volunteering abroad is a transformative experience that leaves a mark on both the communities served and the volunteers themselves. Stepping out of one’s comfort zone and immersing oneself in a different culture can lead to personal growth, enhanced cultural understanding, and a broader perspective on global issues. In this blog post, we delve into some […]
Rosie has a heartwarming story about her meaningful relationship with Montana to share. She is currently Global Volunteers Montana Team Leader, having joined the staff in 2023. In this blog post, Rosie shares her connection to the Blackfeet Reservation and Global Volunteers Co-founder and Senior Vice President, Michele Gran. A resilient community lives in their […]
Each of us is accountable for our own personal development. However, we are also entrusted with gifts and talents to be shared with others. Global Volunteers provides a direct way to share those gifts and talents. We are dedicated to building a foundation for world peace and justice by enabling ordinary people to make a […]
Volunteering abroad with Global Volunteers guarantees that you will assist children and families in partner communities while immersing yourself in diverse cultures within some of the world’s most captivating locations. The Cook Islands is one of our service programs whose people and landscapes will captivate you. These free-time options on the main island of Rarotonga […]
Since the summer of 2005, Global Volunteers has partnered with the Municipality of Malevizi to conduct the English Language Summer School, focusing on basic conversational English, pronunciation, and motivation for learning for elementary school students. Starting in June 2024 the summer school will be hosted at the Elementary School of Krousonas, in the village of […]
Global Volunteers relies on ten guiding principles. These principles have proven essential to the success of our partnerships with communities around the world. We share them with all our volunteers as they prepare for their service program because they will help them better serve the community with which they will be working and help them […]
International service, when properly administered, has the potential for mutual benefit to those who serve and those who are served. When this is achieved, a deeper understanding between cultures produces greater and more long-term outcomes. This “higher good” is coveted by students who wish to better understand themselves, the world on the human level, and […]
We always strive to provide secure, comfortable lodging in all partner communities; a bonus is sometimes, the building where we stay also is culturally and historically significant to the area. Such is the case in Castelvetrano, Sicily, where volunteers are lodged in two guesthouses nestled in the historic city center; the Palazzo al Carmine and […]