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Articles about volunteering abroad, travel and news about Projects Abroad
- Read more: Medical Volunteering for High School Students
All you need to know about our international medical programmes
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Give back on the best international volunteer programmes
- Read more: Do I need experience to volunteer abroad?
Everything you need to know about requirements for volunteering overseas with Projects Abroad.
- Read more: Best Volunteer Programmes for Adults over 50 in 2025
The best volunteer projects for older adults
- Read more: Cuddling Cubs – Discover The Darker Side Of Big Cat “Conservation”
A few years ago while on holiday in Cape Town, South Africa I had what I considered the privilege of petting a young cheetah. I remember being led into the enclosure by the handler, slowly crouching down and running my fingers through its spotted coat. It was an exhilarating feeling knowing that I was in…
- Read more: 6 Reasons to do a Medical Elective Abroad in 2025
Shadow doctors overseas to gain stand-out medical experience
- Read more: Coping With Culture Shock: Symptoms & Solutions
Ready for your first (volunteer) adventure abroad? We can only encourage you to get on the plane as soon as possible. However, be aware that you might experience a culture shock. Wait… what?What is culture shock?“Culture shock” is the term used to describe the confusion, anxiety or uncertainty some travelers experience when they encounter an…
