Volunteer

In a small corner of this big world, a child kicks at a rock on a dusty road and imagines herself in school, as a doctor, as a mother who can feed her children - but, for the most part, she feels as if the world has forgotten her. That is, until you come along and remind her that you care so much that you've traveled around the world to help.

Volunteering can be one of the most profound and influential actions someone can take to help end poverty and suffering in the world. The act of taking on responsibility for those in need by giving up time, money and even comfort level is incomparable to any other gesture. If you've been looking for a way to make a difference, and feel compelled to take a more hands-on approach, perhaps volunteering is right for you.

The Global Volunteer Network (GVN) offers many opportunities for volunteers to work with children throughout the world. GVN's programs include:

• Teaching in schools and refugee camps;
• Mentoring and befriending disabled children;
• Teaching HIV/AIDS awareness in communities;
• Building schools, homes and shelters for children;
• Working in understaffed orphanages.

GVN's vision is to support the work of local community organizations in developing countries through the placement of international volunteers. GVN believes that local communities are in the best position to determine their needs, and provides volunteers to help them achieve their goals.

Volunteering is a great way to contribute to the global community, gain experience and foster personal growth. Whether you would like to take a short volunteer vacation or a prolonged gap year, the Global Volunteer Network provides challenging and affordable international programs.

Help us remind the children of the world that they have not been forgotten. Click here to find out more information on volunteering.