I had always wanted to go to Africa as a volunteer nurse when I graduated but when I saw the opportunity to complete my 3rd year nursing elective and volunteer at the same time I decided to partake in an international placement for 2 months in Ghana. Projects Abroad arranged
In January 2015 I participated in a four week volunteer placement with Projects Abroad in Cape Town, South Africa. I applied for the International Development placement and spent an incredible month working with a local non-governmental organisation meeting people from all around
I landed in Ulaanbaatar, (UB once you’re a local) in Mongolia. After 18 hours of travelling and having left a cold and blustery Sydney winters evening, I walked through the plane door into a land so unimaginably different from my home.Arriving in MongoliaAfter getting through c
In December 2016, I spent two weeks on an International Development Project in Guadalajara, Mexico. The project was based at FM Paso Libre, a refuge for migrants, most of whom were travelling overland from Central America to the United States. I chose this placement for a number
The summer of 2015 provided me an opportunity of service learning in Bogo City, Cebu in the Philippines. It was in the midst of this tropical climate, that I spent four weeks living with a host family, traveling to exotic beaches and mountains, eating Filipino cuisine, teaching b
I loved Consolata so much. I looked forward to working every single day. Even when it was slow, Moses, Kelvin, or Dr Eric found some way to continue educating me or having me engage in the hospital. Community outreach was another huge highlight. I learned so much about how differ
It has always been my dream to travel the world, immerse myself in a different culture, and make an impact on those around me. Choosing projects abroad allowed me to live out my dream and more. I mainly chose Kenya since, at the time, it was one of the only options with a c
When you travel from North America, Europe, or Asia, stepping into Ghana for the first time reveals immediate cultural differences. Go in with an open mind and be prepared to be flexible to ensure that your experience is as seamless as possible. Here are our top tips to prepare y
Winter is the time when many of us dream of an escape. Grey skies, long nights, and a biting breeze can take their toll, eventually leaving you wanting nothing more than to sprawl on a sun-kissed, sandy beach. Well, you absolutely can. Swap the morning frost for stunning sunrises
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