VOLUNTEER ABROAD
Guide for a Successful
Program Overseas
Step One

ASK YOURSELF
Why do I want to volunteer abroad?
Where will I volunteer?
Do I know the language?
What can I offer to the program?
How long will I stay?
Do I have the money to pay for the program?
Will I fundraise?, do I have enough time?
I’m prepared for a cultural shock?
Can I adapt to new situations, open mind?
Program Overseas

ASK YOURSELF II
Will I be responsible with the work
schedule?
Can I be Proactive?, Can I implement
new projects, or improve the one
there is already?
Will I suffer homesick and if so can I
handle it?
Will I complain more than solve
issues?
This is a rich experience that not
every one can handle, but if you
do…it will change your way you see
the World and it will make you grow.

COMPARE ORGANIZATIONS
Check the following:
It’s a 501 Tax Exempt Organization?
What are the real fare and fees included?
Do they offer customized programs with flexible starting and
ending dates?
Make a list of what they offer for the price.
See how many placements and programs they have, choose if you
want a group program or a individual program.
Look for reviews on the internet.

CHOOSE THE ORGANIZATION
Call them just to know how is the customer service, friendly and
knowledge.
Check the website and read the FAQ page and the programs you are
interested in.
After reading the website, email them with some questions and see how
long does it take for them to answer.
Also make sure the Organization is a “Green Organization” (that they
care for the environment) no use of paper or use of expensive brochures
and low energy usage.
Check if they are in all the Social Media as Facebook, Youtube, MySpace,
Bebo and if they are linked to other organizations.

LOOK AT OUR OTHER SLIDES
In the next Slides we will tell you what are the steps you
have to follow to have your program confirmed, paid, and
ready for you to go.
We will also tell you what you should bring, what not to
ware, where to get insurance, and other top tips for a
great program.
You will get some important links to more information on
where to buy your air ticket, travel Insurance, Travel Gear,
a travel guide for your specific country and other links.

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