Archive for the 'volunteer abroad' Category

Teaching in Nepal and making a difference. One volunteer shares her story.

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

  While on sabbatical from teaching, Arlyn volunteered in Nepal for one week. She is thrilled she had the opportunity and tells more of her story below. Meet Arlyn, a seasoned teaching professional who recently won a week-long quest through United Planet while attending a local neighborhood auction.  Arlyn is no stranger to traveling and [...]

Multumesc! Thank You and an Update from the Romanian Orphanage!

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

As many of you know, a devastating fire occurred at our orphanage in Romania this past December that damaged several buildings. (You can read about it on our blog and hear more about how you can donate). Thankfully, no one was injured during the blaze, and since then we have been able to raise over [...]

In Spite of Language Barriers, a Volunteer Connects Well with Children in Japan

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

I went to Japan to volunteer and in turn I learned more than I could have dreamed of in such a short quest time period.

Volunteer’s World Opens Wide in Costa Rica

Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

My experience entailed shadowing the pharmacists on hospital rounds, a visit to an international pharmacy industry company, and a visit to the University of Costa Rica Pharmacy school.

Fire at Romanian Orphanage

Thursday, December 15th, 2011

We’re sad to report that on December 12, 2011, the orphanage suffered a devastating fire, which damaged several buildings. Fortunately no one was hurt during the fire, which blazed until late hours of the night/early morning.



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