Volunteer Abroad in Thailand

  Thailand

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months and 7-12 months

Description: United Planet (UP) offers one to 12 week volunteer abroad Quests in Ranong, Thailand. Thailand is a hot travel destination, owing in large part to the spice and variety of its food, people and beautiful landscape. Volunteer placements are at local schools serving both Thai children and Burmese refugees in the Ranong province, bordering Burma on the Andaman Coast. Program fee includes meals, lodging, training, in-country orientation, Thai lessons, excursions and insurance.

The purpose of this Quest is to promote a deeper level of cultural exchange and understanding through meaningful volunteer work, social activities with the local community, and excursions. United Planet is working currently with different volunteer opportunities in partnership with local organizations in Ranong, Thailand.

United Planet is a member of The Brookings Institution Building Bridges Coalition and was selected by CNN as one of only ten organizations for its "Be the Change" initiative in 2008.

Highlights: United Planet's Quest Volunteer Abroad program offers you or your group a life-changing opportunity to interact with local communities through customized work experiences, cultural activities, and home stays.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Thailand Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

United Planet's Mission Statement: As an international non-profit organization, United Planet (UP) strives to create a world in which all people understand, respect, and support one another. United Planet's global network of leaders and volunteers fosters cross-cultural understanding and addresses shared challenges to unite the world in a community beyond borders. In 2008, United Planet was one of only ten organizations selected by CNN to be part of its "Be the Change" initiative.

Year Founded: 2001