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Volunteer in community development and support community projects in order to immerse yourself in a new culture...

Volunteer in community development and support community projects in order to immerse yourself in a new culture. Get to know local communities while doing something meaningful. If you have strong communication skills and love working with people, engaging in social and community development work is perfect for you!

Volunteer in Africa, Asia or Latin America and help out at one of the community projects there. Use your experience to work in construction, teaching or social work projects in community centers and secluded communities. Have a direct impact on people's lives and meet other international volunteers in your community development project.

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 Tanzania Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Tanzania Arusha, Tanzania
Plan My Gap Year

Tanzania Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
241 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  17+ · Has Wifi

Leave a lasting impression on the lives of some of Tanzania’s most disadvantaged children by assisting with childcare and education in a childcare center. Details >

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 Baby and Toddler Daycare - Child Care Worker
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Tanzania Arusha, Tanzania
STEP Africa

Baby and Toddler Daycare - Child Care Worker

Brilliant 4.8
(72)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
143 €  per week · 4  ‑  26  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Care for the babies and toddlers at Tiny Steps Daycare in Arusha whose families face various challenges due to poverty, disease and single parenthood. Details >

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 Bali Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Indonesia Tabanan, Indonesia
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Bali Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
⭐ Popular Video Flex Option
267 €  per week · 2  ‑  8  weeks · Age  17+ · Has Wifi

Stay in the rice bowl of Bali in the traditional town of Tabanan and give that most precious commodity of all, your time, to local children eager to learn! Details >

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 South Africa Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
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South Africa Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
302 €  per week · 2  ‑  6  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Plan My Gap Year supports a range of day-care centres that provide essential childcare facilities to impoverished families of nearby communities. Details >

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 Construction and Renovation Assistant
Sustainable Cities And Communities
Peru Cusco, Peru
Maximo Nivel

Construction and Renovation Assistant

Brilliant 4.7
(109)
Video Flex Option
526 €  per week · 1  ‑  50  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Work at construction projects and help rural schools, community centers and orphanages. Details >

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 Daycare and Pre-School Assistant
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Tanzania Arusha, Tanzania
STEP Africa

Daycare and Pre-School Assistant

Brilliant 4.8
(72)
Video Flex Option
143 €  per week · 4  ‑  26  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Teach children from vulnerable backgrounds in Arusha the basics for a successful start to school using a playful approach and simply be there for them. 🎨 Details >

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Tanzania Arusha, Tanzania
Giving Hands Tansania

Daycare Helper (3-6 years)

Brilliant 4.7
(37)
Flex Option
158 €  per week · 4  ‑  24  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

You wish to make underprivileged or orphaned children smile and see their little feet running to you? Come and visit our daycares, orphanages and other projects for kids! Details >

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 Sri Lanka Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
🔥 In High Demand
Sri Lanka Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka
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Sri Lanka Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
235 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  17+ · Has Wifi

On this uncrowded, exotic and developing island there are many children keen to learn from our volunteers who will aid in their development. Details >

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 Law & Legal Advocate Internship
Reduced Inequalities
Tanzania Arusha, Tanzania
Medi Trip

Law & Legal Advocate Internship

Brilliant 4.8
(74)
Video Flex Option
228 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Intern in an advocates office providing legal services, presenting in High Court and across regions community. Understand East African law and justice systems. Details >

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 School Construction Associate
Sustainable Cities And Communities
Nepal Tanahun, Nepal
Maya Universe Academy

School Construction Associate

Brilliant 4.8
(89)
Video Flex Option
131 €  per week · 1  ‑  13  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Calling all aspiring adventurers! Join Maya Universe Academy's construction team in Nepal. Make a meaningful impact, and embrace a vibrant culture. Details >

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 Vietnam Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
Vietnam Hanoi, Vietnam
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Vietnam Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
255 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Help children receive the vital care and education they need, bringing your personal passion and enthusiasm to engage with local children. Details >

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 India Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
India Delhi, India
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India Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
229 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  17+ · Has Wifi

Volunteer at a childcare project in India and become truly engaged in the daily lives and development of these energetic children. Details >

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 Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten
Good Health And Well-Being
South Africa Cape Town, South Africa
Stay Africa Volunteers

Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten

Brilliant 4.7
(194)
Video Flex Option
173 €  per week · 4  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Enrich young lives in Cape Town by volunteering at a Creche or Kindergarten for infants and children up to 6 years of age! 🇿🇦 Details >

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 Peru Childcare Volunteers
Quality Education Reduced Inequalities
🔥 In High Demand
Peru Cusco, Peru
Plan My Gap Year

Peru Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
250 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Spend your time applying yourself on a program that gives you creativity and freedom to provide a fun project for little ones who are so eager to learn! Details >

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 Ghana Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
Ghana Kumasi, Ghana
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Ghana Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
223 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

This is the perfect role for someone with a big heart and the desire to do something meaningful. Details >

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 Art Therapy
Good Health And Well-Being
Spain Bilbao, Spain
Instituto Hemingway

Art Therapy

Fantastic 4.5
(93)
Video Flex Option
395 €  per week · 2  ‑  50  weeks · Age  16+ · Has Wifi

Join a compassionate community who share your commitment to making the world a kinder, more inclusive place and helping people with disabilities through the arts 🎨. Details >

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 Costa Rica Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
Costa Rica San José, Costa Rica
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Costa Rica Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
322 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Whether you wish to volunteer in a day-care centre or in a nursery, get ready to play games and sing songs with children and aid in their development. Details >

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 Local Women Educator
Gender Equality Reduced Inequalities
Morocco Rabat, Morocco
Off To Morocco

Local Women Educator

Excellent 4.9
(72)
Video Flex Option
267 €  per week · 1  ‑  24  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Tasks vary between teaching French &/or English, computer training & academic support, teaching arts & sports, sometimes sewing & cooking, & training on women health. Details >

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 Cambodia Childcare Volunteers
Good Health And Well-Being
Cambodia Takeo, Cambodia
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Cambodia Childcare Volunteers

Excellent 4.9
(1307)
Video Flex Option
194 €  per week · 2  ‑  12  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Get involved in a fantastic education initiative that makes an important contribution to the lives of children in the Takeo Province. Details >

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 Building & Painting Of Rural Schools (Renovation)
Quality Education Sustainable Cities And Communities Partnerships For The Goals
🔥 In High Demand
Ghana Abetifi, Ghana
Atlas Volunteers

Building & Painting Of Rural Schools (Renovation)

Excellent 4.8
(248)
Video Flex Option
125 €  per week · 1  ‑  24  weeks · Age  18+ · Has Wifi

Improving local facilities by renovating unsafe structures and creating positive learning environments through painting and creative wall displays. Details >

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Whether you’re good with children, are passionate about human rights, possess great teaching skills or simply have the heart in the right place, community service projects abroad are waiting for your support! The possibilities to contribute as a volunteer in community development programs abroad are abundant.

Whether you want to volunteer to empower women, provide education and medical care to communities or teach children to play your favorite instrument, you’ll definitely find your place in one of the community service programs abroad.

Projects may lead you to volunteer in undeveloped regions of Africa and South America but countries like Italy and Portugal are equally desperate for volunteers who are socially engaged and eager to volunteer for community service.

Volunteers who love to travel abroad and crave authenticity, the world is at your feet and opportunities and programs to make a difference are boundless. Whenever you’re ready, volunteer for a community service program abroad and change some lives.

Why are community service volunteers needed?

It’s a well-known fact that the resources in the world are unfairly distributed and there are regions who can’t rely on the excellent public services, education, medical care and social security most western citizens are entitled to. Less developed regions simply don’t have access to these services and rely on external projects and aid programs for support.

Research shows that the industrialized nations of Europe, Japan and North America consume about 80% of the world’s resources which leaves very little to regions in Africa, Asia and South America.

Community service projects have limited resources and rely heavily on contributions and volunteers to fulfill their purpose, especially in the rural areas of Africa and South America. By volunteering your time, you’ll be helping out these projects in a sustainable way and making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

You will also be able to combine this with travel within the region your program is located in. Small efforts go a long way and acts of kindness are exactly what our world today needs.

If you are someone who is social, eager to contribute to a greater good and have a strong desire to travel, volunteer for community service programs abroad and you can’t go wrong!

Who can volunteer in community service?

Whether you’re a bubbly social person ready to dive headfirst into the local program and engage in community tasks or you’re a bit more laid back and prefer helping out behind the scenes of a program, it doesn’t really matter. There’s a place for every community volunteer who has a social mindset and wants to contribute to improving the education and medical care in local communities.

We made an overview of personality traits that are highly appreciated in volunteers and may help you decide whether these programs are for you:

  • a social mindset
  • good communication skills
  • the ability to be a part of a team
  • the capacity to think on your feet and stay calm in stressful situations
  • adaptability
  • imagination and creativity
  • problem-solving ability
  • good organizational and time management skills
  • enthusiasm
  • resilience
  • a non-judgmental approach and respect for diversity
  • a professional attitude to engage yourself in tasks
  • a strong regard for health and safety
  • eagerness to travel
  • good physical health

Though it’s not required for a community volunteer to tick all the boxes, it’s a good guideline to take into account while considering whether you want to volunteer for a community service project.

Keep in mind that you will be confronted with some difficult situations during your volunteer adventure. Emotionally sensitive volunteers should be aware that this can be challenging at times and should read some reviews from former volunteers. However, rest assured that the positive emotions will far outweigh the negative ones during this once in a lifetime experience!

Not all projects require specific qualifications but some of them may be looking for a person with experience in the field. You will find a short description of qualifications which could be useful when applying for certain community service opportunities, below:

Childcare and Orphanages

Projects focused on childcare will happily welcome volunteers who have a background in psychology, education or counseling. Volunteers at orphanages need to comply with stricter rules as gender may play a role and it is necessary to provide a thorough background check and sometimes a medical statement before being accepted. We advise you to look at the program details on the program page to know exactly which requirements you need to fulfill for the project.

For projects in South America, it would help if you have a basic knowledge of Spanish prior to going as most locals don’t speak any English. Knowing some Spanish words would definitely help kickstart your volunteer adventure in countries like Peru or Costa Rica.

Culture and Arts and Construction

Volunteers for projects in culture and arts will have the most chance if they have a creative streak or a background in the arts. Art and music teachers are widely sought after for culture and art projects while handy volunteers will be very resourceful for projects focused on construction. For these programs, volunteers need to be of good health as they will be doing physically hard jobs.

Social Work and Women Empowerment

For projects in these fields, volunteers with a legal background or experience with social work would be a great match as both parties could benefit greatly. You can add this to your CV as valid experience while the project gets a trained helping hand.

Language requirements

It is required to speak English to become a community volunteer. Knowledge of the English language is important to be able to communicate with other staff and volunteers on your program. In some cases, like South America, it’s necessary to have a basic understanding of Spanish as English is not as common here as it might be in Africa or Asia.

There is a wide range of projects available and many community service projects are in dire need of helping hands. Many of them will warmly welcome enthusiastic volunteers with a sense of responsibility and a social mindset and will not require specific experience.

What will I do as a volunteer for community service?

There are many facets of community services but the main requirement for every program is that you care about people. Let’s take a look at some of the different fields and the types of tasks you may be doing when you volunteer abroad for a community service program:

Childcare

As a volunteer for childcare, you will spend most of your time getting to know the children and giving them lots of love and attention while teaching them some educational basics. Volunteers will engage with the children in a variety of activities aimed at building self-esteem, learning, and just having fun. As a childcare volunteer your main aims will be the following:

  • provide essential support to marginalized young children
  • Teach impoverished children important skills such as hygiene practices
  • Improve the future prospects of children and aid them to break the poverty cycle by supplying quality early childhood teaching
  • Expose volunteers, children and their families to different people and cultures

Construction

Another pillar of community service is contributing to construction activities. Many regions rely on these projects to provide impoverished families with the homes they deserve. Volunteers will assist in different areas of construction, like:

  • Laying groundworks for new community and school buildings
  • Repairing and renovating existing buildings
  • Renovating homes of underprivileged families
  • Fixing sanitary facilities in communal buildings
  • Improving the infrastructure of small communities

The specific tasks will depend on the local project and schedules will vary accordingly. By contributing your time and effort to the local construction activities, you will literally be building a better future for local families in need of a home. Savor the results of your hard work when you see the look of the people who are moving into the home you have helped to build.

Culture and Arts

Being able to enjoy culture and arts is a privilege often reserved for communities which are better off. Fortunately, there are programs in place which teach and introduce arts to communities in Africa, South America and Asia that simply don’t have the resources to indulge in the arts. The projects available will focus on the introduction of following items to the community:

  • Music
  • Arts and crafts
  • Dancing and drama
  • Photography
  • Videography

These initiatives allow communities to learn how to express themselves in a different way and in some cases apply these skills to gain an extra source of income. Volunteers eager to contribute to a culture and art project will naturally be creative souls with a passion for teaching.

Orphanage

So many children in developing countries wind up in orphanages due to parents being too poor to take care of them or growing up in abusive surroundings. Resources are limited and there is always a shortage of hands to help out in the orphanages.

In many cases, the orphanages are single-sex meaning only women are allowed to assist at girls orphanages. Volunteers will be supporting the main caretakers at the orphanages and their tasks will vary depending on the orphanage ranging from:

  • interacting and engaging with the children
  • assisting with hygiene
  • teaching English
  • doing arts and crafts
  • playing games and sports
  • supporting the local staff with maintenance

Social Work

With large numbers of less fortunate people falling victim to unfair treatment such as abuse, domestic violence and discrimination, there’s a strong need for volunteers in social work who are eager to facilitate, provide counseling to these parties or provide legal support.

Volunteers with a legal background would be an asset and volunteering for social work could be an excellent opportunity to gain practical knowledge in the field. Some of the tasks you can expect as a community volunteer are the following:

  • supporting on research projects or writing articles about current topics
  • Court trips
  • Accompanying professionals to family visits
  • Organizing Seminars and Workshops
  • Assisting staff members in their day to day activities

Women Empowerment

Although there’s still a long way to go before we reach equality on a global scale, fortunately, there are already a number of women empowerment organizations and projects in place in the world. Women in many developing countries are still victims of human trafficking, domestic violence and physical and/or sexual abuse on a regular basis. Volunteers who choose to assist in this area can make a difference by:

  • teaching important topics like health and hygiene
  • teaching business skills
  • guarding children while they study within a protected environment where they can work approach an improved future

Best places to volunteer for community service

The best place to volunteer for community service is basically anywhere! There are so many organizations worldwide who are looking for help and support from enthusiastic, socially aware volunteers. Consider all third world and developing countries but also some developed countries in Asia, Africa, South America and Europe.

If you have always wanted to travel to Africa, there are plenty of programs available in South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda and other interesting African countries. If South America sounds intriguing to you, how about joining community service opportunities in Argentina, Brazil or Peru? Or what about Asia? There are many programs available in India, Cambodia or Nepal.

Select a culture or region that intrigues you and set out to touch the local people’s lives. If traveling to distant places like Africa or Asia is not your thing, you can opt to aid at a program closer to home. There are community service opportunities in developed areas such as Europe as well that also require your support as a volunteer and are equally important.

Africa
  • Cameroon
  • Cape Verde
  • Egypt
  • Ethiopia
  • Ghana
  • Kenya
  • Madagascar
  • Malawi
  • Morocco
  • Rwanda
  • Senegal
  • South Africa
  • Swaziland
  • Tanzania
  • Uganda
  • Zimbabwe
Americas
  • Argentina
  • Bolivia
  • Brazil
  • Chile
  • Costa Rica
  • Dominican Republic
  • Ecuador
  • El Salvador
  • Guatemala
  • Guyana
  • Honduras
  • Jamaica
  • Mexico
  • Panama
  • Peru
Asia
  • Cambodia
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Laos
  • Nepal
  • Philippines
  • South Korea
  • Sri Lanka
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam
Europe
  • Greece
  • Ireland
  • Portugal
  • Spain
Oceania
  • Fiji

Top 5 benefits of community service volunteering abroad

Most people will agree that helping other feels great! Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of community service you may enjoy as a volunteer:

1. Happiness

Research shows that the act of contribution makes people feel happier as it gives them a sense of purpose along with a focus beyond themselves. You’ll be contributing to a greater good if you decide to volunteer for community service opportunities. Rest assured that you’ll be touching more lives than you initially thought!

2. Future Opportunities

Volunteers looking to pursue a career in childcare, social work or law can benefit greatly from being a volunteer in community service. The volunteering experience could count as an internship if it is acknowledged by your university or college. Volunteer experiences are always highly appreciated by future employers as it portrays a willingness to contribute along with a strong social awareness and sense of responsibility.

3. People

You’ll be surrounded by other volunteers from your program and locals who are passionate about the same thing you are. The shared experience is bound to forge meaningful relationships that last even after your time in Africa, Asia or South America has ended.

4. Self Empowerment

Getting out of your comfort zone will give you a sense of empowerment which will push you forward in life. The new experiences will also give you a different perspective on life and you will benefit from them in the long run.

5. Travel

If you’re an adventurer and love to travel, nothing will stop you from discovering your surroundings. Volunteering abroad for services work will lead you to some of the most interesting destinations. Africa, Asia or South America? You decide!

How do I get started?

You’re determined to become a volunteer for a community service project and you’ve found some programs you’re passionate about. What’s next? Let’s take a look at the first 3 steps which will send you on your way to volunteering in a construction program:

  1. Check whether there’s a match between the project and your skills.
  2. Take a look at the location of the project and decide whether it would be a location you are willing to travel to.
  3. Get in touch with the organization and see whether your expectations and the schedule of the program match.

Once you have decided on your project, there are two important steps left:

  1. Make sure you have a valid passport.
  2. Take into account the visa requirements for your destination.

Once this is settled, you are on your way to volunteering for community service programs and ready to embark on a life-changing journey. Travel safe!

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