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This is a guest blog post by VSO International. MovingWorlds has partnered with VSO to feature some of their impact projects for Experteers. See our VSO Partner page for a list of projects. VSO international is is the world’s leading independent international development organization that
Before you travel internationally to volunteer your skills, there are a few things you need to know and it’s why we wrote this #TravelSmartGiveResponsibly series. Traveling abroad is a dream come true for most people, and extended travel is the chance of a lifetime to call a
Before you travel internationally to volunteer your skills, there are a few things you need to know. You can’t have a fulfilling trip without good health, and being in a foreign country can definitely put pressure on your mental and physical wellbeing. In this next
MovingWorlds is a social enterprise that helps working professionals find skills-based volunteering project that will make a lasting impact. Along the way, we make sure to take care of our “Experteers” so that you get to learn and grow in the act of giving. It’s
Before you travel internationally to volunteer your skills, there’s a few things you need to know. In this #TravelSmartGiveResponsibly series, we’ll be discussing the steps you need to take to prepare yourself for your trip – from healthcare to funding to visas to insurance. Let’s
Traveling is incredible, enriching, inspiring… and sometimes, a little bit scary and stressful! In this #TravelSmartGiveResponsibly miniseries, we’re sharing solutions to the most common travel hangups and mistakes. Our first piece will cover finding visas, a process that needs to be demystified. Though there are different regulations
We’re always adding new features to improve the experience of both hosts and Experteers, and this month we unrolled a new way for paid members to reach out to organizations, making it easier for you to make a meaningful match. Do you ever see an
I’m the first person to say that volunteering should be done for the sake of others, and not for personal gain. The act of service should inherently not be selfish. However, research shows that people benefit when they serve others… and even companies that sponsor
The best leaders are lifelong, insatiable learners. Research proves that. But while you and I have a natural inclination towards learning new things, it doesn’t mean we’re good at learning. Because we’re not always great at learning new things, companies are investing more resources than ever before
When you return home from any extensive international trip, it’s normal to feel new emotions like loneliness, boredom, and even ‘Reverse Culture Shock’. It’s also normal to have a desire to return overseas, go on other trips, and finds ways to continue volunteering at home. The more