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The Pandemic Changed The World Of 'Voluntourism.' Some Folks Like The New Way Better

Jul 15, 2021
Critics say volunteering abroad does not always benefit local communities. The coronavirus travel bans have led to a different approach for volunteers who want to donate their services.
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A man donates food to an elderly woman during a government-imposed nationwide lockdown as a preventive measure against the new coronavirus in Islamabad on Sunday.

As The Coronavirus Rips Through Pakistan, Volunteers Rush Out To Help

Mar 30, 2020
One Pakistani entrepreneur is making protective gear. A Pakistani lawyer raised thousands of dollars and converted his office into a food storehouse for people in need.
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The dormitory in an orphanage in Vietnam.

Is It Wrong To Volunteer At An Orphanage?

Jan 13, 2020
There's a growing global outcry over what critics call ''orphanage tourism." But some charities are proponents of volunteering in orphanages.
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From left: Sekou Sheriff, of Barkedu village in Liberia, whose parents died at<strong> </strong>an Ebola treatment center; a polio vaccination booth in Pakistan; a schoolgirl in Ethiopia examines underwear with a pocket for a menstrual pad; an image from

Reporters Pick Their Favorite Global Stories Of The Decade

Dec 31, 2019
The topics range from a ticking time bomb in the Arctic to the art of taking selfies in an ethical way. Here are the stories selected by our contributors.
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A yard sign in Ajo, Ariz., expressing support for migrant aid workers.

'No More Deaths' Volunteers Face Possible Jail Time For Aiding Migrants

Feb 28, 2019
As security has tightened along the U.S.-Mexico border, migrants are forced into more hostile desert areas. Volunteers who put out water and food say they're trying to prevent deaths.
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During the shutdown, visitors walk and stand atop rock formations at Joshua Tree National Park on Friday.

National Park Service Plans To Expand Operations Amid Government Shutdown Degradation

Jan 06, 2019
Volunteers and a skeletal staff have maintained sites in some parks. In others, the amount of damage and trash triggered an unprecedented move from the National Park Service to return more workers.
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Taylor Fontenot from Sugarland Texas said he's helped save hundreds of people since Hurricane Harvey last year. He thinks volunteers can be more efficient than the government.

The Cajun Navy: Heroes Or Hindrances In Hurricanes?

Sep 22, 2018
President Trump praised the Cajun Navy during a visit to North Carolina. But federal emergency managers say volunteers can put themselves and others in danger if they don't go through proper channels.
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Bashar, sits on a table for prepping meals in the Ramadan Kitchen.

'Ramadan Kitchen' Gives Syrian Refugees A Taste Of Home

Jun 12, 2018
The kitchen serves 5,000 iftar meals daily to displaced families living in camps in the Bekaa Valley of Lebanon during Ramadan. For many, it offers a sense of community, family and tradition.
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The Salt
The fruit, nuts and other foods that Iskashitaa participants gather are sometimes dried and processed into jams, syrups and vinegar to raise money for the organization.

'Healing Through Harvesting': Gleaning Unwanted Fruit Helps Refugees In Need

Oct 26, 2017
A volunteer network not only gathers wasted, oft-ignored foods and turns them into healthy meals, but also provides community and opportunities for those whose lives have been radically disrupted.
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Faytha Ahmed Farj, a mother of nine, goes door-to-door in Sanaa, Yemen, to tell people how to avoid cholera — and what to do if they see symptoms.

Mother Of 9 Goes Door-To-Door As Part Of Yemen's Anti-Cholera Brigade

Sep 09, 2017
Volunteers are the unsung heroes in slowing the spread of the disease in the world's worst cholera epidemic.
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A Hurricane Matthew victim sits on a damaged tree after receiving food aid from the World Food Programme in Les Cayes, Haiti.

What You Need To Know If You'd Like To Help Post-Hurricane Haiti

Oct 15, 2016
If you're thinking now's the time to hop on a plane and get involved in disaster relief, groups on the ground have some advice.
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Holiday guide: Kickstart my heart

Oct 23, 2015

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Go public with love of land this weekend

Sep 24, 2015

Let’s set aside the controversy over individual/state/federal rights for a moment and say you’re someone who appreciates that public lands are preserved for your camping, fishing, hiking, hunting and rock-climbing pleasure.

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The Nepalese city of Pokhara is where Dahlia Yehia was reportedly beaten to death by the local man she was staying with.

Young Woman's Death In Nepal Spotlights Travel Safety

Sep 08, 2015
The death of an American teacher raises questions about the risks of heading off alone as a trekker or a volunteer. We talked with two experts about lessons to draw from the tragedy.
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In Haiti after the earthquake, volunteers with All Hands toss buckets from the cement mixer back to the sand piles for a quick refill.

You Want To Go To Nepal And Help Out. Is That A Good Idea?

May 02, 2015
Volunteers are eager to lend a hand as the country recovers from the earthquake. That's a noble intention — but it could backfire.
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Nevada Residents Don't Volunteer, Says Report

Jan 26, 2015
A new report shows Nevada ranks near the bottom for volunteer service in the nation. The report from the Corporation for National and Community Service...
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Organization Seeks Volunteers For Israel

Sep 29, 2014
For more than 30 years, Americans have journeyed to Israel to volunteer for noncombatant civilian work with the Israeli Defense Forces. In that time,...
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Best Friends

Aug 30, 2006
Ethan Gurney, Dog Caregiver, Best Friends Animal Society Gary Karcher, New Orleans Resident Michael Mountain, President, Best Friends Animal Society Jeff Popowich, Veterinary Technician, Best Friends Animal Society Shelley Thayer, Pet Detective, Best Friends Animal Society ..
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