Wildlife conservation and community volunteer projects and internships worldwide
The Caribbean nation of Grenada is made up of a handful of stunning tropical islands, among which is Carriacou. A diver’s paradise, the island is surrounded by coral reefs. It is even thought that the name Carriacou is derived from the words “island of reefs” in the island’s indigenous language of Kalinago. Like other coral […]
February 1st 2025
Universities offer a wealth of knowledge and experience in lecture theatres, on sports pitches and through endless society options. However, some types of knowledge and experience cannot be confined to a university campus. That’s where WorkingAbroad comes in. We often have student groups on our projects and work with universities to supplement a degree education […]
January 26th 2025
Last year was the first full year to see 1.5°C of global warming above pre-industrial levels. The path to a more sustainable world is clear, the only thing that remains is action. 2025 could be an important year for climate action if the necessary agreements are made. Here is an overview of some of the […]
January 23rd 2025
Five Reasons Why You Should Arrange a Group Volunteering Experience for Your Team For many, volunteering is viewed as a solo activity, but remarkable opportunities and benefits are unlocked when people volunteer as a group abroad. Groups can embark on volunteer adventures as friends, family, schoolmates, or work colleagues. WorkingAbroad has 25 years behind it, […]
November 29th 2024
Being an avid traveller for many years – a lifestyle I kicked off by travelling South America solo when I was 17 – I’ve always wanted to explore Asia, but my life-threatening food allergies held me back for a while. I’m severely, anaphylactically allergic to peanuts and have serious allergies to sesame and other nuts […]
November 9th 2024
June marked the 12th month of global temperatures reaching 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This summer was also the hottest on record globally and for Europe and has led to more extreme weather events. Scientists have found that Typhoon Gaemi – which hit South East Asia in late July with winds reaching 145 mph affecting millions […]
October 31st 2024
While climate records are being broken every year, the impacts of climate change are only just beginning. July saw an atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration of 426 ppm – over 50% higher than pre-industrial levels. This is the direct result of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, and this persistent warming is driving the climate towards new states. […]
September 30th 2024
Taking the first big leap into a new journey is an experience imbued with both excitement and uncertainty. For those travelling to Australia or New Zealand, whether for a gap year or an indefinite period, this blog explores the benefits of volunteering as a means of acclimating to a new environment. Through volunteer work, one […]
September 1st 2024
