Voluntary Work Abroad
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Peace Brigades International - PBI has branches in 15 countries and recruits volunteers to act as international observers and to accompany local human rights activists in conflict areas. We began working in Guatemala in 1983 and have run projects in El Salvador and Sri Lanka.
Cuba Solidarity Campaign - Organises work brigades to Cuba twice annually and is for people who wish to experience the real Cuba and be more than just a tourist.
Frontier - Volunteer opportunities on tropical conservation projects in East Africa and the Far East. Volunteers carry out vital conservation and research work on coral reef, rainforest, and savanna ecosystems alongside expert scientists, local students, and villagers. Full training given, leading to a BTEC qualification.
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Action for Children in Conflict - Volunteers required for programmes in Africa.
African Conservation Experience - Varied conservation work on game reserves in southern Africa. Your tasks may include game capture, wildlife veterinary work and alien plant control.
African Conservation Trust - Conservation projects in Africa.
Africa (& Asia) Venture - An organisation that enables students to gain unpaid work experience with youth in Africa, Northern India and Nepal.
African-Experience - Promotes voluntary wildlife opportunities for those wanting to have hands on experience with African wildlife.
Alliance Abroad - Provide many and varied opportunities for arranging shorter term jobs, internships, and teaching positions for all nationalities in several countries.
Amnesty International - Prevent human rights violations.
All Nations International - Promote, sponsor, and assist local organisations in developing and expanding programmes that provide opportunities to enhance overall wellness, stability, and quality of life.
A Pas de Loup - Free to join environmental projects that include studying reintroduced species and watching nesting and laying places. Volunteers pay for their own expenses and travel costs.
ATD Fourth World - ATD Fourth World works with people living in extreme poverty in 27 different countries across five continents.
Azafady - Operate Pioneer Madagascar, a ten week volunteer programme.
Blue Dog Adventures - Provide voluntary work opportunities, adventure internships and equestrian experiences around the world such as learn to lead horseback safaris in South Africa, breaking in colts in America's west and tall ship sailing from Canada to the Caribbean.
Blue Ventures - An award winning UK based not for profit organisation dedicated to facilitating projects that enhance global coral reef conservation and research. Since its creation Blue Ventures has co-ordinated marine projects in Madagascar, Tanzania, New Zealand, South Africa and the Comoros Islands. The successes of Blue Ventures research programmes have always depended on the dedication and enthusiasm of their volunteers. Volunteers from all over the world and from all walks of life work with them both above and below the water, and are responsible for a range of tasks, from carrying out field research to managing the day-to-day running of field camps.
Brethren Service - Church organised voluntary work.
British Trust for Conservation Volunteers - Week or weekend long conservation projects in Britain. Also international working holidays.
Cactus Language - Language courses, tefl courses, homestays and community projects around the world. Not just restricted to students, the company offer programmes for both professionals and retirees.The website also includes examples of how to write your CV in a foreign language.
Camphill Special Schools - Volunteer opportunities with children.
CARE - An international confederation working in 64 countries, responding to disasters or promoting long term development programmes. Voluntary work available with the Care Corps.
Cathedral Camps - Help to clean and restore historic cathedrals and churches in the UK.
Catholic Network of Volunteer Service - Information available about voluntary opportunies around the world.
Center for INTERIM Programs - Gap and voluntary placements worldwide. American organisation.
Centre for Alternative Technology - Working for a sustainable future with help from volunteers.
Centro Camuno di Studi Preistorici - A non profit Italian cultural organisation specialising in prehistoric and tribal art. There are a few fixed roles for skilled volunteers. Volunteers of all nationalities, able to read, write and speak reasonable English are accepted.
Christians Abroad - Individuals with a Christian commitment may work on development projects overseas and in the UK.
Church Mission Society - Church organised voluntary work.
Community Service Volunteers - Projects in the UK for Brits and foreigners.
Concordia - International volunteer projects in Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, the USA and Japan for UK residents. The projects last two to four weeks and include nature conservation, renovation, construction, archaeology, social work, youth work and teaching.
Conservation International - Internships offered. Though they do not have a formal volunteer programme, volunteer opportunities are sometimes listed.
Conservation Volunteers Australia - Aid the protection of the endangered flora and fauna of Australia, plant trees or restore historic buildings.
Conservation Volunteers Northern Ireland - Conservation Volunteers Northern Ireland (CVNI) is a registered charity involved in practical conservation work. Work is carried out throughout Northern Ireland. Task projects include a diverse variety of activities such as tree-planting, dry-stone walling, path creation, river clearance and pond construction as well as office work. The organisation also provides an extensive range of training courses.
Coral Cay Conservation - Volunteer expedition staff required to protect and manage threatened marine and forest environments in the Caribbean and Asia Pacific.
Coral Reef Alliance - Voluntary work that involves the preservation and appreciation of the world's coral reefs. Site includes details about learning to dive and the International Coral Reef NGO Directory.
Cross-Cultural Solutions - Cross-Cultural Solutions' International Volunteer Programs are undoubtedly life-changing experiences. These programs allow you to work with dynamic grass-roots organisations while immersing yourself in the local culture. Volunteers typically work in the areas of education, health care and community development. Volunteer programs range from one week to six months. Programs are available in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Eastern Europe.
Crosslinks - Evangelical volunteer opportunities.
Crusaders - Evangelical volunteer opportunities. Expeditions sent abroad and holiday helpers required in the UK.
Cuba Solidarity Campaign - Organises work brigades to Cuba twice annually and is for people who wish to experience the real Cuba and be more than just a tourist.
Cultural Cube - A variety of programmes for young people including working in the USA and the UK, cultural exchanges, au pair work, homestays and voluntary work.
Dakshinayan - A non-profit, non-religious organization providing basic education and health care to tribal and other rural communities in India.
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