Trying to fight the winter blues? Check out these do-good volunteer destinations through the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI). The CCI is a non-profit international educational exchange organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development, environmental consciousness, and world peace. Below are a list of our favorites:
1. Volunteer Conservation Projects in Australia
This 4 week volunteer program gives travelers 3-4 different projects in unique locations during their stay and enjoy the camaraderie of participants from around the world. Home to the Great Barrier Reef, red rocks of the Outback, rainforests, and highlands, Australia offers multiple opportunities for conservation and animal rescue projects year round.
2. Animal Research Projects in the Brazilian Pantanal
This unique opportunity grants volunteers intimate access to one of the world’s most biologically diverse regions, the pantanal wetlands. Assist professional researchers collect data on wild animal populations and learn how they are being affected by local cattle ranching methods and deforestation.
3. Costa Rica’s Eco-Reserve and Animal Rescue Center
This program site acts as a home for rescued wild animals and a center for ongoing conservation and community development projects. While living with a host family for the 2-4 week stay, you will be immersed in the culture that truly understands the Pura Vida.
4. Cultural Art Education Volunteer Projects In Ghana
This is a great opportunity to learn about Ghanaian culture and make a positive impact on local children striving for a better future. Help local children make handmade crafts from recycled paper and other materials that are then sold for a small income that will support their education.
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