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Travel differently in 2022.

Our service-based voluntary travel programs continue to focus on sustainable development, community, and diversity.

ABV Volunteers programs offer invaluable support to local communities across the globe. More than ever, the contribution of our volunteers in terms of local time, expertise, and expenditures is critical to helping these communities recover. We understand the lingering uncertainty surrounding travel planning can be unsettling. Contact us to determine where you can travel and what our health and safety procedures are. Learn about current travel restrictions, as well as our flexible change policies. Get involved today, travel responsibly, and act as agents of positive change.

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Help Others in Need During A Gap Year Abroad

Taking a gap year abroad is a fantastic experience, but it's even better when you invest it in a life-changing experience like volunteering in a country in need. You have many reasons to take a gap year overseas; making new friends, seeing the world, gaining work experience, and so on. But what if you did all of those things while helping somebody who really needs it?

That's exactly what you can do with A Broader View. We organize volunteering trips for people who wish to travel the world and help others in return.

Why Take a Gap Year Abroad Volunteering?

When you join the volunteers of A Broader View, you not only get to know people who, like you, wish to make something meaningful with their life but also gain superb work experience. Volunteering during your gap year is a career booster, not only for college applications but also for many job opportunities, independently of the career you already have or pretend to course. This opportunity allows you to see different worldwide realities and helps you gain brand new skills. Since you will be facing daily challenges and making a good impact on other people's life. Essentially, you empower others and receive many experiences and long-lasting memories.

Volunteer in Ecuador Quito Review Connie Torres Health Care Program

The people at my project were amazing as were my host family and the fellow volunteers.

Volunteer in Ecuador Quito Review Connie Torres Health Care Program

1- How was the local ABV Coordinator and the support provided in-country?
My local ABV coordinator Laura was AMAZING. She went above and beyond to make sure that we all felt at home. She took us in as one of her own children. I always felt safe and comfortable in the home and I could always go to her with any questions or apprehensions.

2- What was the most surprising thing you experienced?
The most surprising thing I experienced was seeing how healthcare works in Ecuador. I found that funding towards the healthcare system is not prioritized and healthcare is very sectionalized. I was also surprised to find that the weather in Quito goes back and forth.

3- What was most difficult to experience?
The most difficult thing to experience was seeing all the immigrants in Ecuador and how they struggle to receive the healthcare that they need. The economic situation in Ecuador cannot support all the immigrants currently so healthcare is also affected. Many people choose to not seek out healthcare even when they need it because they cannot afford it or because they are not legal citizens of Ecuador.

4- Any tips for future volunteers… (Clothing, travel, personal items, donations)
If it is sunny out GO OUT! It rains spontaneously so you should bring a raincoat. You should also reach out to Laura before getting there so she can communicate with the medical director to see what needs the clinic has at the moment. I wish I had been able to do that so I could bring them more of what they needed at the clinic.

Volunteer in Ecuador Quito Review Connie Torres Health Care Program

5- Other things volunteers should know:
Please be open minded to the culture and try to explore as much as you can. Make the most out of your stay in Quito.

6- Personal Paragraph (ABV Program Testimonial):
I had a great time in Quito. I think Laura does an amazing job at ensuring we all get the best experience possible. I do think we should be able to communicate with our host family beforehand to know the local weather and just to get a better jist of who we are living with. I think ABV should change this so that volunteers are less in the dark. I had the best experience here and I would not change anything. The people at my project were amazing as were my host family and the fellow volunteers. There was always enough food for us and we were always trying different things. Laura also made sure I wouldnt get lost so she came with me a couple of times. She was there for anything I needed.

Volunteer in Ecuador Quito Review Connie Torres Health Care Program

ABV: you get the full summary of the accommodation information, so you contact them before traveling, we also have a description of the weather in our websitte per country and the volunteer guide we provide once you pay the balance gives you the full details, and we always encorage our volunteers to do their own research.

7- What was your favorite memory of this trip?
My favorite memory was making empanadas de viento with Laura and her family and drinking lots of colada morada! The food is so delicious!

8- How was the ABV USA support prior traveling?
I did not need much support but they were readily available.

ABV: we sent 18 emails in total to you.

9 – Are you willing to speak to other potential ABV volunteers?
Yes I am!

Our Programs for Your Gap Year Overseas

We have 245 programs that take place in 4 continents and 25 different countries. Each program is designed to work on specific needs of a particular community or group of people. We work in many different areas, such as medical, social, cultural, educational, human rights, environmentalism, therapy, sports, dance, and even dental help. You are invited to scroll over our programs and find one that you feel identified with..

Applying for a Gap Year with A Broader View

To apply for any of our programs, you first need to review them carefully. Once you choose one, you contact us through email, chat, or phone call, and that's how your gap year starts. We welcome everyone who wishes to help somebody, what we request from you is to be older than 17 and to have a lot of patience and passion for the volunteer work. We need flexible people who can overcome obstacles and have a passion for learning new skills. Despite that A Broader View is a nonprofit volunteer travel organization and receive anyone who can help, we still need to filter all applications to make sure you are applying for the best program you can work in, and also to confirm theirs a free spot to receive you.

Start Your Gap Year Abroad With a Group of Friends

If you and your friends or family have a huge desire of starting your gap year abroad helping others in need, A Broader View welcomes groups of 5 or more people on board. As long as they have more than 17 years old and want to help, we can work with groups of people who already know each other, and make a real change in the world. Contact us now and start the gap year you have in mind with the best intentions.