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International volunteering partnerships

Below is a summary of our international volunteering partners and the opportunities they offer.

Students can apply for aÌýGlobal Experience BursaryÌýto help with the associated volunteering costs and if eligble,Ìýafter applying for the Global Experience Bursary, can apply for additional Turing funding. For final year students that may not be eligible for the Global Experience Bursary, please look at Study Abroad's Funding page for ideas on other sources of support..

Think Pacific - Volunteering and Internships in Fiji and Indonesia

is a UK social enterprise, which works with local government partners in Fiji and IndonesiaÌýto achieve ethical, responsible and sustainable development in remote communities, whilst allowing university students to have a safe, structured and rewarding learning and volunteering experience. International volunteers live in a villageÌýand work with localsÌýto discuss, explore and implement sustainable projects to tackle a range of social issues. Topics include public health, mental health, sports development, enterprise start up, employability and life skills.

Watch the video below to find out more about Think Pacific:

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Costs

Registration and programme fees are published on . Students are encouraged to fundraise over the course of the year to reach their targets, whichÌýThink Pacific will provide resources and guidance to assist participants with. Please note the programme fee does not cover flights. Further details can be found on Think Pacific'sÌýpage.

How to apply

Students can findÌýout more information on the , where they willÌýcomplete a shortÌýonline form.ÌýThink Pacific will then contact students forÌýa phone call about their application and toÌýdiscuss the programme in greater depth.Ìý

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Testimonial

Aslam Bin Norhan from Psychology and Language Sciences participated in the summer 2018 programme. Watch his testimonial below:

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Fully funded remote interships -ÌýThink Pacific also offer Remote Internships (fully online, but working on live projects with Fijian Ministries, NGO’s, social enterprises or local charities). In 2024 they haveÌý150 fully funded places,Ìýso for more information visit their website and apply by 25 May.Ìý

Watch Noah's testimony on his experience on a remote internship .

Further information on Think Pacific can be found on theirÌýÌýwebpage. Students may also book onto their weekly

Gotoco - TEFL Volunteering

is a social enterprise devoted to providing students with impactful and affordable global work experience and adventure travel opportunities. Gotoco is committed to promoting cultural awareness and quality English education through a variety of projects across Europe and Asia, with the aim toÌýmake international cultural exchange, travel and TEFL certification more accessible and affordable.

To find out more, watch the videos below:

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Costs

There is a £480 fee that goes towards:

•ÌýÌý ÌýTEFL training and certification
•ÌýÌý Ìýaccommodation and meals during the summer camp
•ÌýÌý Ìýin-country support and post-programme references
•ÌýÌý Ìýcultural activities.
Full information regarding costs are on the Gotoco website. Students canÌýapply for aÌýGlobal Experience BursaryÌýto support with this cost.

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How to apply

StudentsÌýcomplete an online form via the Gotoco websiteÌýand may involve an interview.ÌýFinal location details are usually confirmed from March-June, as this is when the summer camps confirm their teams.

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For more information please visit the .ÌýStudents may also book onto theirÌýÌý(bookable one week in advance).

Raleigh International

Ìýempowers young people from across the world to develop their skills and take action on the issues they care about. They do this through challenging and fun international volunteering experiences for 6-10Ìýweeks across Costa Rica and South Africa.ÌýRaleigh has over 36 years’ experience of delivering responsible, international volunteering programmes. More than 50,000 people from over 100 countries have taken part in their programmes and initiatives.

Volunteers are supported in creating long-lasting change through hands-on projects thatÌýtackle environmental issues, improve access to water and sanitation facilities and increase access to educational facilities. Expedition teams work in remote, rural locations alongside local communities.ÌýVolunteers take part in projects focussed on finding sustainable solutions to issues such as poverty, low levels of education, food insecurity and unemployment.Ìý
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A Raleigh Expedition can help with personal development, such as confidence and mental resilience, as well as a way to develop professionally. They are also are looking for and to join them (21+) as Volunteer Managers - aÌýgreat way to put your skills into practice and gain valuable experience!

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Costs

Raleigh International have fundraising targets that each volunteer is expected to meet. The fundraising targetsÌýinclude in-country training, airport transfers, project equipment, health insurance, food, and accommodation. Students arrange their own flights, visas, and vaccinations. As a charity, they encourage volunteersÌýto fundraise for their Expedition, which can include reaching out toÌýTrusts and Foundations that offer funding for young people to engage in international volunteering.

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How to apply

StudentsÌýcomplete an online form via theÌýÌýand then are contacted by one of their members of staff with further guidance.

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For further information visit theÌý.ÌýStudents may also book onto theirÌýÌýdelivered by Raleigh alumni,

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