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40 YEARS OF VOLUNTEER SERVICE WORLDWIDE! 

It started by four people who had a simple idea, about waging peace . . .   In the past 40 years, Global Volunteers has mobilized over 39,000 volunteers to serve children and families in partner communities in 36 countries on…
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Loyola Students’ Embrace of Service Learning Offers Model of Effective Volunteering

High school students from Loyola Blakefield School in Towson, Maryland partnered with Global Volunteers on the Blackfeet Reservation of Montana in 2022, 2023, and 2024 to apply their school's values to people's real-life needs. Read on to learn…
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Christmas & New Years’ Traditions In Greece!

Christmas (Xristouyenna- Christouyenna), meaning "the birth of Christ," is one of the most important celebrations within the Greek Orthodox church. Traditions vary depending on which region or Island one is from. Here are a few of the popular…
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Work With Us For Children’s Sake, Says St. Lucia Educator

Flavian Isembert, Anse la Raye Elementary School Principal and Global Volunteers Community Partner, sat down with our November volunteer team to answer questions about the challenges of leading an under-resourced school, and volunteers'…
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Six Reasons to Contribute to Mental Wellness in Tanzania

Volunteering is a powerful and fulfilling way to impact the world, and the Reaching Children’s Potential Program (RCP) in Tanzania offers a unique and transformative setting for contributing to meaningful change. Tanzania Mental Wellness…
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Providing Abundant CARE in St. Lucia

As post-pandemic household incomes continue to decline in St. Lucia, the country's youth know they'll shoulder much of the long-term economic and social recovery. At the same time, however, their career options may well be co-opted by the government's…
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5 Reasons Why Gen Z Should Volunteer Abroad in College

College is a time when young people are told that they are supposed to find themselves or a deeper purpose in life. For many Gen Z, it can be a harrowing task to discover the "real world, " especially when the real world isn't much more than…
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Top Seven Places to Visit in Peru

Peru, a land of staggering beauty and rich history, has captured the hearts of travelers for centuries. Nestled in South America, this enchanting country is a treasure trove of diverse landscapes, from the lush Amazon rainforest to the towering…
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Bridging Borders: A Journey of Education and Connection in Sicily

Dive into the inspiring chronicle of Beth Capek's remarkable journey—a story that blends education, exploration, and the joy of making global connections. In Sicily, she shared her passion for teaching English and discovered a world of camaraderie,…
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Program Milestone: Celebrating 200 Teams in Montana

On a warm July day, two vehicles emptied into the Blackfeet United Methodist Church parking lot in Browning, Montana. Luggage was unloaded and carried into the bunkrooms in the basement. The excitement and anticipation for the week ahead was…
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Volunteer impact in Cuba.

G77 Summit Draws World Attention to Realities, Hopes of “Average Cubans”

By hosting the G77 Summit this month, Cuba renewed discussions about its contribution to technological innovations on the world stage at a time when diplomacy and international cooperation hold the keys to solving pressing global challenges,.…
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Blackfeet Reservation Montana Program Updates from Summer 2023 

Summer in Montana is bliss. The temperatures are warm, but not too warm. The air lacks humidity, so the warmth feels pleasant and not oppressive. The Big Sky State lives up to its nickname, with many days of beautiful blue skies. These elements,…
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