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Volunteer programmes give you a chance to meet new people, expand networks and provide you with new and exciting experiences. Volunteer experiences are not just for the young, skilled volunteer placements are also available. Search our database for current and existing postings or vacancies for environmental, social or wildlife organizations that are of interest and find the one that suits you best.
Donations and funds are conventional ways of supporting a cause, but one might want to go beyond financial contributions and actually get their hands dirty. It feels more rewarding when we are contributing actively; knowing that the blood, sweat and tears we have shed carry more meaning when mending our planet. The experiences we share, the people we meet, the fulfillment of our responsibilities, all contribute to a better understanding and a sense of connection to our surroundings and communities that will, we hope, guide you into becoming a more informed and responsible human being.
Where can I find placement opportunities
Find volunteer opportunities on Wild Asia! We have, over the years, listed volunteer and job opportunities on Wild Asia but we are in no way endorsing them, nor can we guarantee a meaningful experience. It is up to you to make your own assessment and make your own judgment. Good luck!
Search our public volunteer & job listings.
What's it like?
Read and be inspired by the volunteer and internship experiences of others
More than just an organic patch smack in the middle of urban Klang Valley, Bandar Harapan educates children and the disabled community on natural farming and agricultural skills. SHAFINAZ SUHAIMI paid a visit as part of Wild Asia's "Thursdays Off" CSR programme.
Written on 16 March 2009 by Intan Shafinaz
Wild Asia's Naturalists-in-the-lodge programme was set up to help local wildlife lodges improve their natural history knowledge base. ROBERT DECANDIDO & DEBORAH ALLEN, the programme's first volunteer naturalists describe their expectations and experiences at the Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Sabah.
Written on 14 June 2005 by Robert Decandido & Deborah Allen
Want to break away from tacky tourist attractions? KELLY MAY explains how community-based projects in post-tsunami villages, off the Andaman Sea, are offering real life experiences.
Written on 06 August 2007 by Andaman Discoveries
Responsible volunteering
One of the projects we will be working on will be to make sense of the volunteer tourism market today. We have seen an alarming rise in volunteer opportunities - some good, and some not so good. While we see volunteer holidays as a great way to do good in the world, it really does depend who you go with.
What do you think about volunteer organizations out there? Share with us your volunteering experiences and how you benefited. Contact us or Leave a comment.
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Published: 06 February 2010
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