Voluntourism is the perfect way to combine a love for a travel with charity. Travelers can give back to the communities they love by volunteering and offering time and services. There are tons of programs for finding safe and meaningful places to volunteer abroad. South America is a great continent in which to give back and there’s plenty of countries waiting for volunteers.
Volunteer South America is a great, one-stop shop for finding places to volunteer. The website lists many free, low-cost opportunities. It’s helpful because many companies charge lots of money for volunteering in another country and profit from that money instead of giving it to the communities that need it. The site is dedicated to independent travelers who don’t want to work through a third-party or middle-man situation when volunteering abroad. This is one of the best ways to volunteer without being fooled into spending too much money.
For anyone deciding to volunteer in South America, knowing Spanish or Portuguese is a must. You want to be able to interact with the communities you’re aiding, so knowing the language will break down that barrier. Also, make sure to have all the correct documents and know exactly where you need to go when you arrive on the continent.
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