Author: Riyanka

Volunteerism is a trait most people do not get to practice or experience. But through volunteering programs, being a volunteer in another country abroad became an excellent way to extend help to other people in need. However, since volunteering is providing service without waiting for anything in return, most people would not find it interesting. […]

If you’re thinking of volunteering overseas, you’ll want to be sure you’re investing your time and money in a responsible and high-quality organisation. Unfortunately, the market is flooded with volunteer initiatives that cause more harm than good. No one wants to be a part of a program like this, and choosing one that is morally […]

“Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more.” ― H. Jackson Brown Jr.   Are you in college and wondering what to do so that you can stand out in life? Or maybe feeling a bit too adventurous to ditch the regular path and do something really worthy for […]

Well, ‘gap year’ is supposed to be that phase of your life when you set out on a self-seeking journey taking a break from your regular routine, finding yourself & your passion, as well as figuring out what to do with your life. It’s that phase when people mostly choose to travel solo and learn […]

When one thinks of traveling to Kenya, perhaps the very first thing that comes to mind is a game drive. However, this eclectically beautiful East African country has a lot more than just safaris! Kenya is a safe destination for travelers, and if you visit the land to volunteer, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your […]

It may come as a surprise to many, but elephant volunteering is a highly popular gap year activity. High school and college students, as well as animal welfare enthusiasts, look for opportunities abroad to work for the conservation of wildlife, especially for these gentle giants. Asia (mainly the South and Southeast Asian region) is globally […]

“The Earth is what we all have in common.” —Wendell Berry. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental conservation and protection. It was first held on April 22, 1970.  A major shift happened in the year 1990 when Earth Day gave a huge boost to recycling efforts […]

Before we go deeper into why Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is important in today’s date and the impact that Corporate Volunteering can make in society, we need to understand what CSR actually is. Well, to put it in layman’s terms – CSR is not just an act of philanthropy, but much more than that. It’s […]

So, you’re thinking of setting out for your first solo adventure trip abroad! Let me tell you this, it’s gonna be the best chapter of your life for sure, but I also know that it’s not quite easy to step out of your comfort zone and go to a distant place, all by yourself! You […]

To put it in the words of Lonely Planet, “Australia is the unexpected: a place where the world’s oldest cultures share vast ochre plains, stylish laneways and unimaginably blue waters with successive waves of new arrivals from across the globe.” This Continent in the South is a treat for travelers and one doesn’t really need […]

When you think of taking a break from your regular life, the obvious choice in most cases is to go for a vacation and chill out for a few days. It usually helps in unwinding our mind, relaxing our body, and fills us with energetic vibes that eventually encourage us to get back to the […]

Are you a medical student or a professional, looking for the best medical volunteer abroad programs in 2025 and making a difference by treating people? There are several countries around the world where the medical facilities aren’t well developed and people living in rural areas often suffer from inadequate treatment. Serving as a medical volunteer […]