United Planet (UP): Volunteer Abroad Quest
United Planet's unique Volunteer Abroad Quest programme combines volunteering abroad, language learning, cultural activities, learning excursions, and special Cultural Awareness Projects to provide an incredibly fulfilling experience for volunteers and valuable support for communities in need. Short Term Quests (1-12 weeks) and Long Term Quests (6-12 months) are available. Long Term Quests are administered through International Cultural Youth Exchange.
Listing Details
Organization Name
United Planet (UP)
Organization Mandate
United Planet's is an international non-profit organization that strives to create a world in which all people understand, respect, and support one another.. Through local partnerships, they provide meaningful volunteer experiences and support for communities in need in over 40 countries.
Address
11 Arlington Street, Boston, MA, United States, 2116
Telephone
(1) 1-800-292-2316
Non-profit organization?
No
Countries
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bolivia
- Cambodia
- Chile
- China
- China - Tibet
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Denmark
- Ecuador
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Ghana
- Guatemala
- Honduras
- Iceland
- India
- Italy
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Korea - South
- Lithuania
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Nepal
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Peru
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- China - Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Turkey
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- Vietnam
Duration
2 weeks or less, 6-12 months
Age (max)
30
Age notes
Volunteers under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Price range
$1001-$2500, $2501-$5000
Application process and requirements
Each programme has individual age requirements that are specified online. Apply online to the specific programme of your choice.
Language training will be provided at most destinations~ however~ some placements require a basic knowledge of the local language.
Student status required?
No
Qualifications required
None