For those who want to escape the snow and freezing temperatures and pursue a worthwhile experience over the holiday season, international volunteer organization Projects Abroad is pleased to announce a new range of projects taking place during the winter break period. Winter Break Trips are short-term placements suitable for volunteers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a student who missed out on going abroad this past summer, or a professional looking to do something different and meaningful for the holidays, Projects Abroad has a project to suit your interests.
This winter, Projects Abroad is offering Winter Break Trips abroad in Ghana and India for two weeks (Sunday, 21st December 2014 to Saturday, 3rd January 2015). Volunteers can choose from two different types of programs: Care & Community and Medicine. Care & Community programs focus on childcare and renovation work in disadvantaged communities, and Medicine programs involve shadowing medical professionals and participating on community outreaches. You don't need previous experience to get involved, making these projects perfect for anyone with an interest in volunteering.
The Winter Break Trips aren't just an opportunity to give back. After a day of fulfilling work, volunteers can look forward to the cultural or leisure activities organized by local Projects Abroad staff and spending time with other volunteers. On the weekend, staff will organize a trip that will allow volunteers to experience the beauty of their surroundings and enjoy breathtaking views. Volunteers will also be able to celebrate the holidays and the New Year with fellow volunteers.
Projects Abroad was founded in 1992 by Dr. Peter Slowe, a geography professor, as a program for students to travel and work while on break from full-time study. The program had its genesis in post-USSR Romania, where students were given the chance to teach conversational English. After a few years just sending volunteers to Eastern Europe for teaching, the company expanded to sending volunteers of all ages around the world on a wide range of projects.
Projects Abroad is a global leader in short-term international volunteer programs with projects in 29 countries and recruitment offices in the UK, Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Holland, Hong Kong, Norway, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden and the United States.
For details on volunteering abroad, visit Projects Abroad's web site at www.projects-abroad.org
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