Volunteering Solutions Blog

As the Fall season is already here, and we are already excited about the Winter Break, how about doing something meaningful this year? We know that you’re looking forward to spending Christmas with your friends and family, but how about traveling abroad to make a difference? And that’s not all. You can actually spend your […]

Over the last couple of decades, the number of college students opting to volunteer abroad has increased immensely, and most of them are choosing to embark on meaningful group volunteer trips. Whether it’s about working for a childcare program in India teaching English in Thailand, or lending a hand at wildlife conservation in South Africa, […]

Are you a college or university student, looking for a mission trip abroad? Or a gap year traveler, thinking about how to make the most of your time while contributing towards change? Well, your search ends here. Over the last 17 years, Volunteering Solutions has hosted several young adults across the globe, who enthusiastically traveled […]

Are you a student who’s tired of classroom lessons, and wish to gain some first-hand work experience while volunteering abroad? Well, then we’re here to help you – so that you can embark on a learning journey, and make a difference. As per the State of the World’s Volunteerism Report (SWVR), 14.3% of the global […]

🎉 Welcome to our half yearly edition of Volunteer Spotlight Stories 2024! We are excited to highlight some incredible volunteers who have dedicated their time, skills, and passion to make a positive impact around the world. Whether they’ve been teaching in local schools, helping with conservation efforts, or supporting healthcare projects, each of these stories […]

If you are someone who loves to spend time with animals and wishes to do something meaningful for animal conservation initiatives across the globe, then we have a wide range of amazing wildlife conservation and animal care volunteer programs for you. Whether it’s rehabilitating sun bears in Borneo, looking after lions in South Africa, nurturing […]

If you are a medical practitioner looking for a meaningful medical volunteer program abroad, or a pre-med, medical, or nursing student aiming to join a mission trip in Africa – then this is your chance to make a difference. Volunteering Solutions, in association with local clinics and hospitals across Africa, has curated 6 medical volunteering […]

We are excited to announce that Volunteering Solutions is now working in partnership with Pharos Response to enhance our ability to manage critical responses in case of emergencies. This collaboration ensures that our volunteers and staff are better protected and supported during unforeseen events. Pharos Response specializes in crisis management and emergency response, offering expert […]

“Every child deserves a champion; an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best they can possibly be.” – Rita Pierson. Teachers have a great role to play in shaping the society. They spread the light of education amongst young minds, inspiring […]

Are you a teacher or a mentor, thinking of organizing a school group volunteering trip abroad? Well, then let me thank you first, and tell you that I feel really happy that you’ve given this a thought. Back in the days when I was in school, excursions meant going to a hill station, observing plants, […]

“Our planet’s alarm is going off, and it is time to wake up and take action!” – Leonardo DiCaprio As we all know, June 5th is marked by UNESCO as World Environment Day – and it’s the time to rekindle our consciousness, and take an active step to protect Mother Earth. This year’s theme is […]

Are you thinking of volunteering abroad, but not sure where and how to start? Well, we are here to guide you so that you can start with planning, followed by preparations, and finally, packing to jet off. In this article, we will talk about some easy and simple steps that you can follow, in order […]