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Welcome to the Idealist.org International Volunteerism Resource Center (IVRC).

The goal of this resource center is to help you make informed decisions about volunteering in another country. New to the idea of volunteering abroad? Start with “What is international volunteerism?” Already pretty familiar with international volunteering and ready to start weighing your options? Skip ahead to “Making the decision to volunteer abroad.”

While you’re here, be sure to also check out our discussion forums where you can share stories and ask questions of fellow volunteers. Also, learn more about Idealist Global Volunteering Fairs here.

• What’s new
• About the IVRC
• What is international volunteerism?

• Making the decision to volunteer abroad
• The ethics of international volunteerism
• The cost of doing good

• To program or not to program
• Volunteering with a program or volunteer-sending organization
• Going solo
• Getting down to the details: questions to ask

• Volunteering while studying abroad
• Volunteering while on a gap year
• Volunteering with work abroad
• Already living and working abroad
• Volunteering as a family
• Skilled volunteering

• Know before you go
• Getting ready to go

• In-country dos, don’ts, and probably shouldn’ts
• An international volunteer bill of rights and responsibilities

• When you return home…
• Translating your international experience into a career for the public good

• Idealist.org Global Volunteering Fairs
• Additional resources

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