Volunteering Abroad Destinations
With A Broader View (ABV), you can make that next vacation truly special. Our US-based nonprofit offers unforgettable volunteer experiences for Canadian citizens just like you. If you’re looking to make an impact on disadvantaged communities across the globe, ABV has everything you need for that ideal experience. We operate on three separate continents so that you can have your pick of volunteer destination and program.
Where exactly can you expect to go with ABV? You may be surprised to learn that our projects are available in an astonishing twenty-seven nations across Africa, Asia, Central America, and South America. This means that you can take your pick of nations when it comes to having that volunteer experience of a lifetime! Whether you wish to experience the stunning coasts of Sri Lanka or visit the rainforests of Belize, our programs offer you a truly special variety of volunteer activities that you won’t want to miss out on.
Our programs are designed so that you will be able to interact with the people and culture of your destination in a meaningful way. Based on your location, you will have your choice of program from which to choose so that your experience is customized to you and offers you exactly what you were looking for. Typically, our programs range anywhere from one week to three months and include such perks as staying with a local host family, interactive language immersion courses, and ample time to travel.
For you, this means there’s never been a better time to see all that ABV has to offer. If you’re looking for the ultimate volunteer projects that will help you turn the next gap year or adventure holiday into something special, you simply cannot go wrong with any of our destinations. Go alone or with a group to do your volunteering your way. No matter you, you’ll have your pick of program and destination, meaning you’ll be able to mix the best in volunteering and traveling if you choose to go through ABV.
Because we are a tax deductible nonprofit organization, we offer tons of benefits for Canadians who are looking for that special vacation. For this reason, we encourage you to browse through all twenty-seven of our destinations so that you can find the one that’s right for you. Whether you want to go to East Asia or the African safari, you’ll find that ABV really does have it all. With this in mind, make sure to check out our full list of volunteer projects as well so that your experience really is truly special.
Over the last decade, we’ve helped hundreds of Canadians enjoy the volunteer experience of a lifetime. Now you can be next by choosing to do your volunteer work through ABV! Simply put, we offer the ultimate blend in destination variety and volunteer work, which means you should consider us first if you’re set on that international volunteering experience! Apply with us today!
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Are you ready to take a trip to Uganda? Maybe you’ve already done some of the research and you know that Uganda is an amazing place to go. Maybe you just did some research about the type of programs there.
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Nepal is one of the most popular touristic countries in the world. We know you would like to visit this Asian country on vacations, but what if you could enjoy the many beauties it has to offer, while also becoming a volunteer Nepal?
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Have you been thinking about running away from your routine? Are you considering taking a break before starting college or a new job? You are more than welcome to do so, but besides resting, you could be helping a lot of people with a gap year Colombia.
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Are you ready to take on a mission trip but you’re still not quite sure where you want to go? Well, if that sounds like you then you might want to take a closer look at Kenya. You’ll find some amazing opportunities to give back and you’re going to have the opportunity to explore a truly amazing country while you’re at it.
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Chile has one of the best economies in the continent. And also has one of the highest tourist seasons thanks to their many beauties, so why would you join a mission trip Chile if things are so great?
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When we think about our vacations, we often dream of crystalline waters, warm sand, great company, and delicious food. And you can get all of that while becoming a volunteer Costa Rica.
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Many people feel fascinated by the wonders and mysteries of the ancient civilizations of Peru. And we know you would love to meet this amazing country, but wouldn’t it be better to travel and spread some good for the ones in need at the same time?
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Have you ever felt the need to do something extra with your life? Perhaps making a significant change in the world? Then you should read about how to become a volunteer Guatemala with us.
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Have you looked at volunteering abroad programs but you’re just not sure if they’re meant for you? Maybe you’ve seen the host of long trips and programs and you’re not so sure that it’s really a good idea. After all, you don’t have months to take off of work as high school students can over the summer.
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Have you been thinking about taking a trip to the magical lands of Quito? Perhaps taking a swim in the Galapagos Islands? Then great news, because with A Broader View you can now enjoy your vacations while becoming a volunteer Ecuador.
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Have you been thinking about taking a break from your daily responsabilities? Perhaps taking some time off before starting college or a new job? Then you should considerin volunteering Honduras.
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Belize is known for being a paradise for people who like to go scuba diving. But what if we tell you that you could enjoy your next gap year Belize not only enjoying the beach but also helping the ones in need?
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You may have thought about traveling to Argentina, but have you ever thought about volunteering in Argentina? This country is actually a great place that you can work on giving back and supporting those who need it the most. In this country you’re going to find people who need help in a range of different ways as well. So, what are you going to do? How are you going to get involved in Argentina and make a difference? It’s all about the things that you feel are the most important.
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Are you interested in a volunteer experience but you’re not quite sure where you want to go or what you want to do when you get there? Well then, you should be looking at volunteering in Bolivia. It’s actually an amazing country that will allow you the experience of a lifetime. You’ll find yourself truly captivated by the country itself, the people and the experience of being able to make a difference in someone’s life, in entirely new ways that you may never have even dreamed of.
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If you’re looking for opportunities to make a difference in the world you should absolutely be taking a look at volunteering in Cambodia. If you’ve never thought of traveling to this country you should absolutely take a closer look at it right away. It’s actually a popular place in many respects, because it’s filled with amazing sites that you may never have heard of or thought about yourself. If you’re considering a volunteer trip, this is still an amazing place for that as well.
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If you’re looking to start volunteering abroad one of the first places you should be considering is volunteering in Cameroon. Located right on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea, Cameroon is actually considered one of the most diverse countries in all of Africa, offering some of the most amazing scenery and outdoor experiences. You’re definitely never going to get bored while you’re in this country, whether it’s on your own time or while you’re volunteering with our non-profit organization.
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Whenever people think of China they think of the Great Wall and pandas. But there’s so much more to China than either of these things. China is a land of beautiful views, with rocky coastlines and hilly countryside. It has the Forbidden Palace and Tiananmen Square. In fact, China is a spectacular cultural destination for those who want to enjoy a completely new world. But it’s also a place that has seen its share of struggles, and the people within this country are in need of your help, if you’re willing to provide it by volunteering in China.
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El Salvador is a beautiful country that’s still reeling from over a decade of devastation. In fact, the country is very much still divided and that’s part of what we and you can do here. By traveling to El Salvador you’ll be able to help this country and all of the people in it to change the trajectory of their own lives. And you could be the force of good that they really need in their lives. So, how are you going to do that?
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While you may not have heard much about Ghana, what you should know is that it’s known for having the friendliest people in the entire continent of Africa. You’ll find people from all different cultures and you’ll experience some amazing festivals and open markets. When you’re ready to take a little bit of a break during your volunteering in Ghana you’re not going to want to miss out on these experiences and a whole lot more while you’re at it, because this country is spectacular, no matter why you choose to visit.
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Kenya is well known for spectacular wilderness reserves and safaris, but it’s a whole lot more than just that. In fact, it’s a wonderful country filled with varied ethnic tribes. Over 50 of them, in fact, that each have cultures, customs and languages of their own. Not only that but it has some of the most amazing views and places for you to explore as a tourist. But volunteering in Kenya is going to give you so much more fulfillment and definitely make you feel as though you’re making a difference in the world.
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Beautifully diverse and filled with amazing traditions and cultural experiences, Laos is definitely a country that you should experience for yourself. Volunteering in Laos will give you an even more spectacular opportunity and will allow you to really get a glimpse of the people and the culture of this part of the world. It’s a place not many travel to, and you’ll definitely wonder why once you get a chance to explore the country and definitely an opportunity to get to know the people who live there.
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Malawi is a country that far too few people really know anything about. In fact, this small country is actually spectacular, if you decide to give it a chance. What you’re going to find here is a diverse array of just about everything from culture and scenery to wildlife and more. You’ll also find the third largest lake in all of Africa. Overall, there’s not a lot that you won’t be able to experience in this country and once you get there you’ll wonder why you haven’t been volunteering in Malawi this entire time.
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Are you ready to venture outside of your comfort zone and travel to an entirely new country? Are you ready to explore somewhere that you’ve never been or explore in an entirely different way? Then you’re absolutely going to want to look into volunteering in Mexico. Even if you’ve ever been there before, it’s going to be an entirely different experience when you volunteer there. After all, you’re going to be involved in an entirely different part of the country from where you traveled. And you’re going to be making a big difference as well.
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Taking a volunteer trip can be an amazing experience and a wonderful opportunity for anyone and if you’re not sure where to go … well, let us help you out a little bit. Mongolia is an amazing country that will give you the opportunity to volunteer and to expand your horizons in entirely new ways that you may never have imagined. Not only that but it’s going to be a great way for you to make a difference in the world, through our non-profit organization. You just have to decide how you want to do it.
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If you’re interested in working with new people and making a difference in the world then volunteering in Nicaragua should be a great way that you can do it. You’re going to have the opportunity to meet some really amazing new people and to make an impact on people that you would never meet in any other way. What could be a better use of your time than that? By traveling to Nicaragua you’re going to have the opportunity to get involved in programs that mean something to you and that you can definitely help out around the world.
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Taking a volunteer trip can be an amazing experience and it can be a great way to give back to a community, but have you ever thought about where you want to go? Have you ever thought about how you’re going to get the most out of your experience? Well, there are plenty of places that you can go and plenty of ways that you can make a huge difference, but one of the best is definitely volunteering in Rwanda. You’ll find that your care can do a whole lot for this wonderful country.
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Have you ever thought of volunteering in South Africa? If you haven’t then you absolutely should because this beautiful country has a great deal to offer. It’s full of amazing experiences and some of the most beautiful sights that you will ever see. It’s a naturally beautiful place that doesn’t need anything else to make it spectacular. But there’s more to this country than just the beautiful views. In fact, the views are probably something that you haven’t even heard of, though they are most definitely amazing.
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A Broader View offers the ultimate Sri Lanka volunteer opportunities for Canadians! If you’re looking to volunteer abroad in this amazing island nation, you’ve come to the right place. ABV’s diverse Sri Lankan volunteering projects are the best anywhere in the world and offer you an opportunity to experience this incredible nation firsthand. As you’ll soon find out, there’s a lot to love about this historical nation, which boasts some of the best natural and historical sites anywhere in the region. Keep reading to find out what makes Sri Lanka the best place for your next adventure holiday.
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Looking for the perfect opportunity to volunteer abroad? It’s time that you looked into going to Tanzania through A Broader View. Our volunteering in Tanzania programs are designed so that you can experience the sights, sounds, smells, and people of this East African nation up close and personal. One of the top destinations in all of Africa, Tanzania offers much to volunteers and gives you an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need.
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Have you ever had the opportunity to travel to Thailand? If you haven’t then it’s definitely something that you should be looking into because it’s an amazing country on its own. The place is filled with temples, beaches, archaeological sites and a whole lot more and when you have the opportunity to travel there you’re going to see just why it’s such a spectacular place. You’re also going to see why so many people should be traveling there, even though not as many as you might think actually are.
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Looking for the perfect volunteer opportunity in the Pearl of Africa? With A Broader View, the world’s premier international volunteer organization, this opportunity can be yours. We offer top-of-the-line volunteer experiences in this beautiful East African country, giving you a chance to experience the sights, sounds, smells, and people of the nation firsthand. If you’ve been searching for that high-quality African volunteering experience, we encourage you to keep reading to find out more about what our Uganda programs can do for you!
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When you think of Vietnam the first thing that you likely think about is the wars and the horrible economic conditions. But that’s not the only thing you should be thinking. Instead, you should be thinking about some of the amazing experiences that you can have there. This beautiful country is filled with amazing scenery, white sand beaches, floating markets, hill tribes and a whole lot more. When you decide to do your volunteering in Vietnam you’re going to see all of these amazing things and then some.
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Are you ready to start an amazing volunteer opportunity but you’re not quite sure where you want to go? If that’s the case then you should absolutely look at volunteering in Zambia. You’ll be able to experience some amazing culture and amazing sightseeing opportunities, but you’re also going to be able to make a big difference for the people within this country. And all you need is a desire to help and a drive to push yourself outside of your comfort zone. Before you know it, you’re going to be off and doing something truly wonderful.
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Volunteering in India support in India has helped hundreds of woman and children in Jaipur and Udaipur, where the ABV programs are located. Life changing improvements in the medical centers, increases in funding have helped to save endangered animals through impoverished communities. A Broader View offers programs for college spring break alternatives, university internship requirements and also family volunteering, medical mission work, animal volunteering. Many volunteers travel to India to discover a fascinating culture, while contributing to a community-led program.
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Are you looking for an amazing experience that will get you outside of your comfort zone and also give back to a wonderful community? If you are then it’s definitely time for you to start looking at different opportunities for travel abroad.
Volunteer Information
Volunteer Schedule
Day One: Our local coordinator/staff will give you an orientation and will accompany you to your program. You will be shown how to manage the commute (bus, taxi, walking). You will be introduced to the site director and discuss your role at the project. Volunteers typically work a morning and an afternoon shift each lasting about 3-5 hours.
Weekdays: A typical volunteer day is as follows:
- 7:30 AM Breakfast at the volunteer house/homestay.
- 8:00 AM Volunteers depart, and travel to their project site.
- 8:30 AM to 13:00 PM Volunteer work and a lunch break.
- 14:00 PM to 17:00 PM Language lessons or afternoon volunteer work.
- 18:30-19:30 PM Dinner at the volunteer house/homestay.
Note: This is an example schedule. Volunteer work hours can vary depending on the program and the location.
Evenings: For peace of mind and to ensure the well-being of our volunteers, a nightly curfew of 21:30PM is in place from Sunday to Thursday. Curfew is set at 12:00AM for Friday and Saturday. (All volunteers must comply with their home country’s legal drinking age).
Communication While Overseas
Volunteers have several ways to stay in touch with their family/friends back home and with the ABV local staff while they are overseas. All city/urban program locations have access to internet/cyber cafes which typically charge hourly rates ($1-$2). The majority of ABV guesthouses, homestays have WIFI access (fees apply), and have land line telephone numbers. Even rural program locations have mobile phone service, and small towns nearby with internet facilities. All ABV staff use mobile phones to stay in contact with their volunteers.
Before traveling volunteers should contact their mobile phone provider and ask about international call/texting plans. Volunteers should consider buying a portable wifi device (especially in rural locations). If planning on traveling with your own mobile phone volunteers should look at apps like Skype, FaceTime and WhatsApp to stay connected through messenger or short calls home. Volunteers can rent a wireless phone or buy a cheap throwaway phone once they arrive in-country. In some locations you can do that for less than $50. In fact, your regular carrier may even offer overseas rentals. ABV local staff will assist you and show you where to purchase SIM cards.
Once you arrive in-country and settled in, our ABV staff will help you contact home to let someone know you arrived safely. All volunteers are also given an emergency phone number on their Volunteer Guide/summary, which is available 24/7 to contact ABV staff.
When can I travel?
Easy. Choose the dates that work best for you. Although some programs have date restrictions the majority of our volunteer programs are available year round. Volunteers select their own program start date and complete an online application. Once you have been accepted and dates approved, ABV will ask you to confirm your registration by paying a us$120 included in the overall fee.
Safety and Security
The safety of our volunteers is paramount for A Broader View Volunteers. The majority of ABV Volunteers travel and serve without major incident. However, programs are based in some of the least developed countries and in some of the most remote areas in the world, health, safety, and security risks are an unavoidable part of life and international service. To address these concerns and to safeguard the well-being of our program participants, A Broader View has safety protocols and security procedures for all programs:
- Security: All project sites, local in-country staff and accommodation sites have gone through a rigorous filter and have been hand selected. ABV has spent almost 17 years cultivating and strengthening of our local partnerships & host family relationships. In-country staff visits, daily research of local conditions, as well as weekly checkup of our host families and accommodations are conducted. Site selection is based on criteria including; access to medical, banking, postal, and other essential services; access to communication, transportation, and local markets; availability of adequate housing and living arrangements.
- Pre-Departure Guide: Your ABV account will have a detailed volunteer guide. Volunteers are provided country information, packing lists, customs and language information, and much more. ABV also provides information about visa requirements, vaccinations, climate, weather, and safety and security issues specific to the country.
- Volunteer Summary: A full month before traveling volunteers are provided a detailed account of their volunteer project (including supply/donation list), arrival procedures, emergency contact information, accommodation details and the full name, phone and email of their local ABV Coordinator.
- Overseas Staff and communication: Our local staff support is immeasurable in their professionalism and dedication to the volunteers under their charge. The majority of ABV staff coordinators have been involved since the very start (over 11 years) and are well experienced handling the unexpected such as situations where volunteer students become ill, suffer accidents, are the victims of pick pockets. ABV staff is trained to react in a responsible and levelheaded way when emergencies do arise. They will do whatever is necessary to assure this, whether this means obtaining prompt and appropriate medical attention, embassy intervention or local authorities.
- Host Families and accommodations: Our local volunteer guesthouses, onsite project dorms and host families have been hand-picked. A Broader View accommodation have specific standards for the hygiene, cleanliness, location and comfortable living conditions for our volunteers. Telephone access is available 24/7 and most sites have internet access. Volunteers have to follow the curfew of the host accommodation.
- Arrival Meeting/Orientation: ABV programs provide a customized arrival plan. We can arrange your arrival/pick up at the airport, bus station or local hotel. Start your program with peace of mind, having the local ABV staff meeting you when you arrive in-country. Volunteers are provided orientation before starting their program. Orientation schedules vary from country to country but will include acclimation tours of the local town/city, accommodation neighborhood, geolocation map description, program location, main interesting points in the city or area. Emergency and medical protocols will be discussed and also address safety and security issues specific to the community volunteers live and work in.
- Every staff member of A Broader View is committed to providing volunteers with the support they need to successfully meet the challenges they will face to have a safe, healthy, and productive service. The success of each ABV volunteer is our prime goal. We rely on volunteers to exercise personal responsibility and demonstrate both a keen awareness of the world around them and a willingness to adjust their behavior in a manner that will enhance their safety and well-being. In the end, your efforts will be rewarded with an incredible, unique experience.
The emergency lines are staffed by an A Broader View:
- Communicate late/missed/flight connections during travel days
- Notify a Volunteer of an emergency (e.g. critical illness or death of a family member)
- Respond to family questions about a Volunteer's status (if problem occurring in-country)
ABV in a nut shell
- 501 (c)3 nonprofit USA based organization – you can tax deduct the program fees.
- Available year-round. You choose your own program start and end dates.
- 32 country locations to choose from. Programs available from 1 week up to 3 months in length.
- 245 perfectly balanced projects - experience, price, service.
- 100% cultural immersion including local home-stay and guesthouse accommodations.
- Program fees include airport transportation, orientation, housing/meals, 24/7 in-country support.
- Suitable options for solo travelers, gap year, honeymooners, families, mature travelers & groups.
- Excellent safety record and Platinum rated non-profit organization per Guidestar ABV alumni reviews.
- Between 1500-2000 volunteer per year with a high percentage of repeat volunteers.
How may we help you?!
Our staff has extensive travel and volunteer abroad experience. We have the answers to all your questions about volunteering with ABV. We can customize any of our programs to your needs and dates.
Call/chat with our team members:
(1) 215 780 1845 [email protected]