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"I hope everything is well at Global Volunteer Network. Thank you for having the initiative to start a volunteer organization that people can afford to do!"

Clare and Adam - Ghana volunteers

"They refuse to think in terms of numbers or statistics - to them, just one baby, child or adult is worth moving mountains for. In many ways, I found just what I would have expected; a mission that has accomplished nothing short of a miracle in a place of desperate need, and a group of special kids and young adults who opened their hearts and captured mine."

James - Nepal volunteer

"The best part of the trip was getting to know all of the other volunteers, who came from all over the world. Leaving was difficult but we’re going to stay in touch."

Kaitlin - Ecuador volunteer

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"You have your own experiences, skills, and life learnings which can make a real difference in the lives of others. The big question often asked is where can I be of most help?"

Our volunteer coordinators have a wealth of knowledge and can match a volunteer program to your interests and experience to ensure can make the most valuable contribution possible.

The Global Volunteer Network (GVN) offers volunteer service opportunities in community projects throughout the world. We currently provide volunteer programs through our partner organizations in 20 countries. These include: Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Ghana, Honduras, India, Kenya, Nepal, New Zealand, Peru, Philippines, Romania, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, USA, and Vietnam. The network continues to expand with new programs currently being researched and assessed.

Our vision is to support the work of local community organizations in developing countries through the placement of international volunteers. We believe that local communities are in the best position to determine their needs, and we provide volunteers to help them achieve their goals.

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Please fill out the form below as thoroughly, so that we can place you in the most suitable program for your skills and experience, and we will come back to you within 48 hours with a personalized program recommendation.

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