Orphans are deprived of many opportunities necessary for their development. Through education and compassion, children are empowered to challenge a life of further poverty and exploitation. Volunteers provide basic daily care for the orphans and are also encouraged to actively participate in programs such as health education, games, drawing, and painting. With such a variety of ways to participate, this experience provides volunteers many meaningful ways to approach service.

Thailand is known for its environmental and biological diversity. Environmental degradation is a significant concern in Thailand. Problems such as loss of bio-diversity, deforestation, soil erosion, and environmental pollution threaten human survival. Environmental conservation projects address these issues directly through community education and collaboration and hands-on conservation work.

Volunteers participate in programs to develop medicinal plants, support local farmers with c... (more details)

Volunteers help shape young lives in Thailand by sharing their English skills and teaching talents. They teach English to elementary school children ranging in age from 6-13 years. Many schools lack the funds to provide effective English language training. Native or fluent English speakers with or without formal teaching experience can contribute greatly to a child's educational development.

Volunteers teach school courses in collaboration with local English teachers. Volunteers ar... (more details)

Volunteers who choose health education will have the opportunity to work in a variety of different projects located in or near Bangkok.  An excellent project is available that gives volunteers the opportunity to work with disabled children.  Volunteers will learn the basics of Thai massage and then use their new skills to help the children with their disabilities. 

Another project is available at a children's hospital in Thailand.  Childr... (more details)