United Planet Press Room

CNN has featured United Planet on national television. In addition to interviewing various individuals affiliated with United Planet, a CNN film crew followed our volunteer CAP presenters into local Boston Public school classrooms. United Planet volunteers included a Japanese KOTO player, who presented to a 5th grade class in East Boston at the Donald McKay Elementary/Middle School and a Palestinian woman, who spoke to an 11/12th grade   class at Boston Latin, America's oldest public school.

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Japan with United Planet

"My experience in Japan was amazing. I got a chance to understand an eastern culture far from my own, through the children, my host mother and the cultural activities that we participated in. It was a great feeling to not be a tourist in a country so different from my own. I would have never learned as much as I did without being as integrated as I was" said Sean Iddings, Short-term volunteer in Japan

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Ecuador with United Planet

"I couldn't have been more pleased with my experience in Ecuador. Wonderful host family, great program coordinator, and beautiful country. I truly felt that my work was appreciated and am eager to return to re-connect with the amazing people I met" said Erin Harper, Short-Term Volunteer in Ecuador.

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Costa Rica with United Planet

"We were able to make a small difference in our community while being immersed in the Latin American culture. I truly learnt so much about Costa Rica and the world as a whole. Living with host families really made me feel like a Costa Rican...eating rice and beans and playing football. I would like to thank United Planet for helping me give back to the community, teaching me a great deal and leaving me with some unforgettablememories. Pura Vida!" said Dipti Rao, Short-Term Volunteer in Costa Rica.

Holly Graham's interview about her Quest in Thailand

An interview with Holly Graham a United Planet volunteer abroad to Thailand, where she did work after the Indian Ocean Tsunami.

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Tanzania with United Planet

Volunteer abroad opportunities in Tanzania include working with local service providers in teaching at schools; care-taking at orphanages/shelters: HIV/AIDS education, and medical volunteering. Most of these opportunities are located in Dar es Salaam, the largest city in Tanzania.

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Peru with United Planet

"My volunteer work in Peru changed my life. I learned so much about Peruvian culture, the friendly Peruvian people, the stunning beautiful land, the Spanish language and I learned a lot about myself. It was such a gift to me to be there, so it meant so much to me to be able to help and give back to them" said Jennifer Roy, a Short-Term Volunteer un Peru.

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Jordan with United Planet

"My experience has been terrific! I feel immense satisfaction to have been part of this Quest in Jordan " Varun Mehta

Volunteer Abroad Experience in Ghana with United Planet

The purpose of a United Planet volunteer abroad Quest in Ghana is to promote a deeper level of cultural exchange and understanding. That is achieved through meaningful volunteer work at local schools, social activities with Ghanaians, and both free and guided excursions.