5 Pitfalls of Voluntourism
Charging travelers for volunteer opportunities abroad can be a lucrative revenue stream, but do these short-term assignments do more harm than good? So much of…
3 Fallacies of Voluntourism
In 2019 at the Global PDX Conference, I moderated a panel called “Voluntourism: Power, Privilege, and New Possibilities.” We didn’t shy away from the controversies…
Beyond Donor Travel: Tips and Tools for a Successful Adventure
Originally published in "Impact Tourism Handbook: Best Practices in Giving Time, Talent, & Treasure" by the Center for Responsible Travel. What is donor travel? Donor…
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COVID-19 and Donor Travel: Your Top 10 Questions Answered
Last month COVID-19 cases hit the United States with full force and I pivoted my content strategy. I took a break from providing new tools…
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3 Models of Voluntourism: What You Need for an Ethical and Engaging Program
Lack of clarity around the role of the volunteer causes many organizations to struggle in matching offers of help with their critical needs. This article…
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