Introduction

Bente Heuch / Romania

Bente spent one month working with orphanages and NGOs in Romania. This is what she had to say about the project

Ian Bromage / Mongolia

Ian travelled to Mongolia for three months, using his experience gained from years of working with big business to help a developing software company in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar.

Alison Laycock / Nepal

Volunteering as a Teacher Trainer in Nepal was the most amazing experience. My colleagues were so friendly and welcoming.

Andrea Martins / Mexico

As a career gapper (and 'older' person at 28) I was initially paranoid about being the oldest volunteer out there but I soon enjoyed spending time with the young, care-free students, although I met a few older volunteers older than me ...

Claire Ward / Peru

Claire spent two months in Peru using her knowledge of teaching to help with heritage education at schools near the Inca trail in Huyro.

Chetna Patel / Sri Lanka

I have traveled to many different countries, both for pleasure and to work, but none have given me such a satisfying or rewarding experience as my time spent in Sri Lanka. I wouldn't change a single bit of it, and I'd return tomorrow if I had the chance.

Daphne Joyce Wake / Jamaica

All three projects that I worked on went really well. I enjoyed all aspects of each project and I feel that I gained a valuable insight into Jamaica, its people and its culture. I chose Projects Abroad Pro because their information, presentation and friendly attitude were exceptional; they guided me through every stage of my application, travel arrangements, placements and throughout my time in Jamaica ...

David Flaschner / Ghana

My time in Ghana was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. I was able to work with Ghanaian coaches and players of all ages, teaching them different ways to train and also learning from their methods.

Deborah Foti / Ghana

I am a type A personality and knew from previous Peace Corps experience I had to slow down my pace and most importantly had to allow each day to develop as it was supposed to rather than get overly focused on my agenda.

Joanne Bean / Nepal

I was astounded by how welcoming the teachers were and eager to learn new teaching techniques and also improve their own English. They made me feel truly part of the school and continued to take on board all the new ideas we discussed with enthusiasm.

Juliana Lodge / Romania

Leave your expectations at the airport, throw yourself into your time here wholeheartedly and be rewarded with one of the best experiences of your life.

Kelly Bennett / Thailand

I would recommend this experience to anyone who is interested in a new challenge and who wants to offer their expertise and knowledge.

Edward Hutchinson / Jamaica

The Community Building Project which Projects Abroad Pro are running in Jamaica offered me both the opportunity to travel outside of Europe and to get my hands dirty. Whilst my experience in Jamaica has only lasted three weeks, I feel as though I have experienced more of the real Jamaica than I would have had I spent three months in any of the holiday resorts.

Eric McAdamis / Ghana

Overall, I had an incredible experience in Ghana and I could not have asked for more from Projects Abroad and CHRI. I was made to feel safe and welcome from the time I stepped off the plane until the time I made my heart-wrenching farewells.

Alice Judd / Nepal

Alice worked in Nepal for one month using her knowledge of teaching to help local staff and patients in a rehabilitation centre. This is what she had to say about the project.

Barry Brown / Nepal

Barry travelled to Nepal for two and a half months, using his skills and experience as a practitioner of the Bowen Technique to help with the treatment of people with mental and developmental problems in a care home.

Sonya Rowe / Bolivia

Sonya spent four months in Bolivia using her knowledge of physiotherapy to help with medical work at a hospital in a disadvantaged area. This is what she had to say about the project.

Robert Graham / Ghana

Robert worked at the Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital in Ghana’s Eastern Region. His main work involved the outpatients department. Here he would work alongside local doctors in order to treat patients. He also spent time each week with a local nurse visiting local orphanages and schools. This was an excellent way to provide much-needed healthcare such as vaccinations and first aid.

Suzanne Laurie / Ghana

Suzanne spent two months in Ghana using her knowledge of teaching to help local staff and patients in a hospital in Koforidua. This is what she had to say about the project.

Robert Graham / India

Robert split his time between two different project partners. The first half of his project was spent at the Devadoss Orthopaedic hospital in Madurai. Here he worked alongside Dr Devadoss who is an extremely experienced orthopaedic surgeon. Robert had the chance to observe a large number or treatments and operations alongside Dr Devadoss.

Louise Christensen / South Africa

Louise spent two months in South Africa using her experience to help with social work at a day care centre in the disadvantaged community of Vrygrond. This is what she had to say about the project.

Madeline Campbell / Jamaica

Madeline worked in Jamaica for three weeks using her knowledge and training to help local staff and patients in residential care homes. This is what she had to say about the project.

Marjorie Harris / Argentina,Bolivia,Mexico,Peru

In Peru I helped Tim develop his work with Primary Teachers. I took out Big Books to use and leave as samples which teachers can read with the children to help their vocabulary and imagery of story. I helped him to train the staff in making their books with their children and spoke to a training group in Cusco.

Rosemary Prebble / Romania

Romania had been in my head since the revolution but I didn't actually imagine I would ever go there. When I decided to retire from my job as a teaching assistant, specialising in special needs, I found myself on the internet searching for voluntary work with children in Romania.