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volunteer orientation document
Posted by: Bridge of Life School
Date Added: February 13, 2013
Volunteer Orientation Document
Cameroon Country Profile
Posted by: Antonia Morzenti
Date Added: February 11, 2013
Here you will find a well rounded and factual representation of Cameroon, West Africa.
Traveling to Cameroon
Posted by: Rural Development Centre - Cameroon (RUDEC)
Date Added: December 27, 2012
Cameroon is one of the peaceful countries in Central Africa. Boyo division is very welcoming and friendly to all visitors.
More free volunteer opportunities in South America
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: December 27, 2012
A great listing of additional free volunteer opportunities in South America.
Travel Insurance 101
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: November 02, 2012
A great intro to travel insurance.
Volunteer Charter and guidelines for 'Learning Service'
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: August 16, 2012
From our friends at PEPY Tours: Guidelines for choosing a responsible placement for volunteers, voluntourists, development workers, service learners, and you. Plus, a cool 'Volunteer Charter'!
Guide to Ofankor, Ghana
Posted by: Michael Hromadka
Date Added: August 08, 2012
A comprehensive guide to living in Ofankor, Ghana. Much of the information is directly applicable to living in the Greater Accra area.
Surviving Ladakh
Posted by: Health-Inc
Date Added: July 22, 2012
A volunteer's prep guide to working with HEALTH Inc projects in the Ladakh Himalayas.
How to get to El Porvenir, Honduras!
Posted by: Honduras Child Alliance
Date Added: July 13, 2012
El Porvenir is on the Caribbean north coast, in the department of Atlantida, and is just west of the small city of La Ceiba.
Ewe Language Lesson Video (for travelers to East Ghana and South Togo)
Posted by: HUMANITY AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS (HCDP)
Date Added: July 05, 2012
This resource is a link to a youtube video with extensive lessons on the Ewe language, spoken by over 3 million people in southeast Ghana and south Togo. The video was made possible by the staff of Humanity and Community Development Projects (HCDP-Ghana). It is the most comprehensive Ewe language lesson video currently on the internet. Any Omprakash volunteers traveling to southeast Ghana or south Togo will really benefit from viewing and reviewing this video.
Schooling the World
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: June 13, 2012
A provocative film and website about the oft-ignored shortcomings of what we take to be 'normal' systems of education.
Huffington Post on Volunteering Abroad
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: May 28, 2012
Two Huffington Post articles about volunteering abroad
Travel Tips for Extended Stays
Posted by: Michael Hromadka
Date Added: May 27, 2012
Some quick travel tips and links for anyone planning to stay outside of his or her home country for more than a few days.
Kevin McPhillips Travel
Posted by: Fountain of Mercy
Date Added: April 26, 2012
A travel company that exclusively serves travelers to Sierra Leone; includes NGO links and governmental information.
Travel Tips- Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Posted by: Alyssa Hoyle
Date Added: April 04, 2012
Some travel tips that might be helpful to read before visiting Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
How to Get from the Airport in Guatemala City to Downtown Quetzaltenango
Posted by: Alyssa Hoyle
Date Added: April 04, 2012
A step by step instruction on how to arrive safely in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
Why you SHOULD drink the water in Costa Rica!
Posted by: Alexandra Carelli
Date Added: March 29, 2012
As you were packing your bag for a month-long excursion to the beautiful paradise of Costa Rica, all of your friends, your co-workers, and your mom told you repeatedly , "Whatever you do, don't drink the water!" Here is a glimpse into why you should NOT heed this advice.
Don't be like this guy: reflections on the ethics and economics of international volunteering
Posted by: Willy Oppenheim
Date Added: March 21, 2012
A discussion of critical views surrounding the trend of international volunteering, including plenty of links for further reading and listening
Novels and Narratives for the Non-Resident
Posted by: Katherine Olden
Date Added: March 11, 2012
A list of suggested books for those traveling and volunteering abroad, especially in Latin America
Managing your Travel Budget
Posted by: Robin Lattimer
Date Added: February 29, 2012
This Excel spreadsheet offers a tool to effectively manage your budget, assess spending habits and (ideally) save money!
A Guide to Healthy Travel
Posted by: Robin Lattimer
Date Added: February 25, 2012
Tips for healthy eating, exercising and what medical supplies to bring while on the road
Matador Network's 'Complete Guide to Volunteer Tourism'
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: February 20, 2012
A link to some tips from the 'Matador Network'
Volunteering Trip to Cambodia: Read before Packing!
Posted by: Asta Tamuleviciute
Date Added: February 18, 2012
An online book (part of a blog) about volunteering and living in Cambodia
TP and New Underwear: Travel Tips for the New World
Posted by: Anoop Jain
Date Added: January 23, 2012
A quick guide to prepare you for your trip!
Travel Tips for Newbies
Posted by: Lacey Worel
Date Added: January 17, 2012
This is a list of tips designed for the inexperienced traveler. It leans on the overly cautious side. The intent is not to 'scare' travelers or to cause paranoia about theft. Rather, this is meant to help the unaccustomed traveler become aware of their surroundings. Crime, theft and food poisoning can happen anywhere!
Resources from US Department of State
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: January 15, 2012
Fantastic resources about safety, visas and passports, legal issues, and more.
How to obtain a criminal record check to share with our Partners
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: January 15, 2012
We encourage our Partners to ask for a criminal record check from their volunteers-- here's how to get one!
Do volunteer programs do more harm than good?
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: December 28, 2011
We highly suggest that prospective volunteers listen to this podcast about the ways in which volunteering abroad can have unexpected impacts.
More Useful Links For Travel Abroad
Posted by: Omprakash
Date Added: December 28, 2011
Useful links for visas, work abroad, security issues, etc.
From PEPY: Thought-provoking reading about volunteering abroad
Posted by: Willy Oppenheim
Date Added: October 11, 2011
PEPY Tours promotes international travel and learning; the links below lead to some of their valuable insights and advice
India Travel Guide
Posted by: Ankura Ranade
Date Added: October 03, 2011
FAQ for first time visitors to India
Help with International Volunteer Card, Cheap Flights, Health Insurance, Accommodations
Posted by: Willy Oppenheim
Date Added: September 29, 2011
Lots of good logistical support
Other Volunteer Networks
Posted by: Willy Oppenheim
Date Added: September 29, 2011
Can't find an Omprakash Partner that matches your skills and interests? Here are a few other websites that offer free or low-cost volunteer opportunities.
Questions to ask yourself before you go
Posted by: Willy Oppenheim
Date Added: September 29, 2011
Some questions to consider before you go.
Book Recommendations about Nepal
Posted by: Bea Puerta
Date Added: September 15, 2011