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Celebrating Holi festival in Nepal.

Celebrating The “Holi” Festival – Kathmandu, Nepal!

The Holi festival, known as “Phagu Purnima” in Nepali, is named after the mythical demoness Holika, and is one of the most anticipated annual celebrations in Nepal. A three-day festival of color and joy, Holi is observed on the full moon…
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Volunteer converses with visually impaired student in Vietnam
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International Service is a Gateway to the World, says Google Manager

Elizabeth Wang, Senior Marketing Product Manager at Google, sought both a different way to travel and a meaningful way to give back to the global community. After reviewing several organizations online, Elizabeth selected Global Volunteers'…
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Teenager from UAE Shares Her Volunteer Experience in Greece 

At just 14 years old, Prem Garg embarked on a transformative volunteer experience in Greece this past spring with her father Priank. Passionate about volunteering, she has consistently sought opportunities to help others, from organizing extracurricular…
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Meet Your St. Lucia Team Leader: Sue Beckwith

When I left the UK and moved to St Lucia in 2007, I had no idea what the future held. I worked in Europe and North America as an electronics engineer, promoting components from large Japanese companies to large corporations. But my then husband…
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Teaching Conversational English in Beja, Portugal – A Personal Narrative

Richard Lee, a retired business journalist from Connecticut, shares his enriching experience volunteering in Beja, Portugal with Global Volunteers. Richard details his week teaching English in local schools and a correction facility. He describes…
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New Service Program Opens in Johor Bahru, Malaysia 

Nestled in the heart of Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a captivating tapestry of cultural diversity, natural beauty, and modern innovation. With its exhilarating culture, vibrant festivals, and mouthwatering cuisine, this dynamic country entices…
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Best Volunteer Service Programs in Europe

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,…
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volunteer abroad in retirement

Three Reasons to Volunteer Abroad in Retirement

Choosing to volunteer abroad in retirement can be the most fulfilling decision you make! Unencumbered by work schedules, you can respond to needs worldwide, and in the U.S., and be assured that your contributions are appreciated and useful.…
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40 Years of Service: Global Volunteers’ Guiding Principle – We do whatever we are asked to do

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.…
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Volunteering Abroad: Travel that Feeds the Soul

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,…
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Meet your Montana Team Leader: Rosie Morrison

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…
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40 Years of Service: Global Volunteers’ Philosophy of Service – Wage Peace and Promote Justice

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…
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