Post written by Amber Johnson, a United Planet volunteer
This week we’ve been back to the usual: work (Amber in the clinic and Josh at the school), Spanish lessons, spending time with friends and host family and continuing to explore Peruvian culture.
I’ve been doing a ton of Hep B vaccines this week and today we also [...]

Post written by Kate Dickman, a United Planet volunteer.
Exactly a year ago my trip to Ghana began. I remember everything like it was yesterday and my memories of that warm place are fond. I’d have to say that visiting that country was one of the best things I’ve ever done with my life. [...]

Post written by Theresa, a United Planet team member.
Salsa – spicy, fiery, hot, delicious! Of course I am talking about the dance! Like all dance forms, the music and movements represent cultural customs and history, making salsa dancing much more than just a fun, sultry dance.
The origin of salsa dancing is contested with [...]

Post written by Li, a United Planet team member.
There is only one day left before the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games, which will be held in Beijing, China. Millions of Chinese people have been anxiously awaiting and preparing for this worldwide event. I still remember the day in 2001 when Juan Antonio Samaranch, [...]

Post written by Laureline, a United Planet team member.
The 12th Annual Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF), which takes place August 5 -12, 2008, is featuring 300 long films, short films, and documentaries from 53 countries. The event, which is being hosted by select theaters in Providence and Newport, will be debuting some films from [...]