Podcasts about global volunteers

Safe In Harm's Way envision a world where survivors can recognize the feelings in their relationships as the hallmark red flags of abuse, effortlessly communicate, access resources, and embark on a journey of healing without financial or logistical barriers.Our vision is driven by the urgent necessity for accessible and free or low-cost trauma-informed solutions.By nurturing diverse online communities with embedded safety mechanisms, we provide a sanctuary where survivors can explore their healing process in privacy and security.Caroline Markel-Hammond:•CEO•AUTHOR•VICTOR• Top 20 Leaders of 2022 at Women Leaders Magazine DomesticShelters.org Purple Ribbon Award Winner, Survivor of the Year 2021 Boston Scientific's Global Volunteer of the Year 2020 Vera Bradley's Inspiring Women Award Winner of 2020 Keynote speaker positively impacting 51,000 lives by Q4 of 2022. #intentionallyfearlessDM me BELIEVE to get your FREE download of 25 Immediate & ACTIONABLE ways to help your loved one break free from abuse, so that they can have health, safety and healing for themselves, their children and pets. Launched my brand on Times Square billboards, and across the country, making over ONE BILLION impressions. Took over Instagram and 4.5 MILLION accounts to highlight violence against women and children. THREE time international best selling author of “#SheWins2”, “Dragon Slayers Wear Lipstick” and “The Dragon Slayers Handbook” THAT's a dream come true.If you or someone you know is suffering from domestic violence please call the domestic violence hotline. 800-799-7233 or Hope House in the eastern Jackson County or Kansas City, Missouri area. 816-461-HOPE.

In part two of this two part podcast Johnny Quaid chats about getting on with his “Life Part two” as a young wheelchair bound man. He dug deep.went back to school, joined the Global Volunteers in Greece for a month and he found work. He chats about the difficulties that people with disabilities face, the attitude of people towards him, and his wheelchair basketball career that satisfies the competitive spirit that still burns deeply inside him. “The most difficult thing is being ok being different," he says. Johnny can't believe how much he has achieved and how lucky he is. Johnny Quaid is an incredible person. Enjoy the show   This show has been produced by Fuzion Communications, a Marketing, PR, Graphic Design and Digital Marketing Agency in Ireland with offices in Dublin and Cork. Podcast Production by Greg Canty Greg's blog Greg on Twitter  Greg on LinkedIn Email Greg with feedback or suggested guests: greg@fuzion.ie  

If you are among the millions of well-traveled people who are looking for a new and enriching kind of vacation, consider volunteering in a foreign country. Our guest, Michelle Gran of Global Volunteers explains the short programs from China to Cuba and Poland to Peru for volunteers who help provide a better life in a different part of the world. Volunteers become part of a community, explore a different culture and come home with a greater understanding of the world. No special skills required! Check out globalvolunteers.orgBrought to you by NEXTVillageSF.orgNEXT Village SF is a neighborhood nonprofit providing services and support that empowers members to live independently.

A conversation with first-time volunteer, Blake Schinzler, who shares his experience of being God's disciple alongside IM global servants in Debrecen (Hungary). Hear how Blake is adjusting to a new culture, new language, and being stretched out of his comfort zone.

In this 10th episode of Perjalanan Bermakna, we will talk about how Kezia as a Global Volunteer Ambassador South East Asia and Expansion Region 2021 overcome her fear and step out of the comfort zone through Global Volunteer Program. Are you curious about that? Let's stream it now!

Hey AIESEC! In today's episode, we will discuss Global Volunteer Ambassador (GVA) and dig it through Abed's experience as GVA 2020. How was the journey? Let's listen and don't forget to share on your social media platforms!

(AUDIO - 46 minutes) In this episode, hosts Haley Moss and Dr. Lori Butts welcome to the show Carly Fulgham. Carly is a mother, wife, and Vice President of Document Services Strategy for a major worldwide bank. She is the first autistic President of the Board of Directors of Autism Society Ventura County, VP of Autism Society of California, and is on the board of The Art of Autism. She is Chair of Autism Society of America's Panel of Autism Spectrum Advisors, serving on the national board, and was awarded their Volunteer of the Year award in 2018 and the Bob Beggan Professional Mentorship Award in 2020. She serves on two local museum advisory councils for disability inclusion and advised the Grammy Museum on their Sensory-friendly Saturday program. She has also won Global Diversity and Inclusion and Global Volunteer awards from her employer, which are awarded to less than 0.03% of employees globally for her work both inside and outside of the bank to ensure all people on the autism spectrum can find success and joy in their lives. For more about Carly, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlyfulgham/ ----------------- Spectrumly Speaking is the podcast dedicated to women on the autism spectrum, produced by Different Brains®. Every other week, join our hosts Haley Moss (an autism self-advocate, attorney, artist, and author) and Dr. Lori Butts (a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist, and licensed attorney) as they discuss topics and news stories, share personal stories, and interview some of the most fascinating voices from the autism community. Follow Different Brains on social media: https://twitter.com/diffbrains https://www.facebook.com/different.brains/ http://differentbrains.org/category/spectrumlyspeaking/

Hi AIESEC! For today's episode, we will talk about how the unexpected and unique experiences from Global Volunteer Exchange Participants: Dava (South Korea) and Abed (Vietnam) that change their lives. How does it go? Let's listen and don't forget to share to your social media platforms and tag @aiesecsemarang!

Hi! How are you Leaders? Welcome back to our Podcast AIESEC in Semarang. Di episode 7 in Namira (Host) mengajak Medina(Speaker) untuk sharing mengenai Program AIESEC yaitu Global Volunteer. Medina merupakan Exchange Participant dari Slovakia pada winter 2020 lalu dengan social project Educate Slovakia. Selain itu, dimasa pandemi ia juga memutuskan mengikuti Global Volunteer Virtual yang diadakan oleh AIESEC Johor Bahru, Malaysia secara gratis, lho! Yuk cari tau perbedaan Global Volunteer Physical dan Virtual, serta self-investment yang didapat melalui #PerjalananBermakna Medina!

Hi, Leaders! Kembali lagi di Podcast #PerjalananBermakna Episode 5 bersama AIESEC in Semarang. Sudah lebih dari ratusan cerita pengalaman Global Volunteer yang kami dengar. Tetapi, kenapa sih kamu harus exchange bersama AIESEC? Di podcast kali ini, Vinna (host) kedatangan dua guest spesial yakni Ardine dan Aurel sebagai Manager Customer and International Relation di Outgoing Global Volunteer AIESEC in Semarang. So, masih ragu untuk exchange bersama AIESEC? Yuk, Leaders dengerin podcastnya!

Brought to you by Out of Hours - the community for people with side projectsWhat can you do to help in global pandemic if you're not a doctor?Rachel Smith is a Latina UX Designer based in LA. She has now founded two global volunteer organisations, one Design and the other Mutual Aid.Design to Combat COVID-19 was set up to unite designers across the world to apply their skills to help solve problems caused by the pandemic.Out of this community came the idea Masks For Docs - a project set up to get personal protective equipment to nurses and doctors. They've delivered over 100,000 sets of PPE. Together the organisations now have over 7000+ global volunteers, across 6 continents. Design to Combat COVID19 has been featured in Google Design, Washington Post and Adobe for their work in the Design community. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sometimes, you hear the call of service at a very young age and it drives you throughout your entire life. That’s true of our guest today — Jessica Feingold. She found her passion for serving others through her Jewish upbringing and has touched many people’s lives through her work in a number of fields. From volunteering in public health in India to educating in France to supporting sustainability efforts in Australia, Jessica shares her story of service that has led her around the world and back again as a non-for-profit leader and futurist. -- This podcast is brought to you by Service First and produced by Hueman Group Media. Follow us on Instagram @liveservicefirst, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Hallo Leaders! Podcast AIESEC in Semarang akhirnya kembali hadir. Di episode 4 ini, Namira (host) mengajak Asyraaf, salah satu exchange participant Global Volunteer akan berbagi cerita kehidupannya sebelum mengenal AIESEC dan perjalanan dia bersama AIESEC di Thailand pada bulan Januari lalu. Yuk, simak #PerjalananBermakna Asyraaf di Negeri Gajah Putih ini! Happy listening leaders!

We are joined by Dr. Carol Conzelman for a mind-expanding conversation about the history of the drug war in the United States, her work studying coca and democracy in Bolivia, how to encourage critical thinking about drugs, and our human need to explore inner space. Then Emily and Sarah have a chat that starts with studying the habits of the common American wook and ends with a discussion of the apocalypse, per usual. Featured music is “Drugs R Bad” by What the Folk’s very own Emily Yates http://emilyyatesmusic.com/ ______________________________________________________________ Guest Bio: Dr. Caroline Conzelman is a cultural anthropologist and Senior Instructor at the University of Colorado Boulder with the Global Studies Residential Academic Program and the International Affairs Program. She directs a Study Abroad program in Bolivia and teaches courses on democracy, drug policy, globalization, sustainability, Latin America, and community engagement. She is Faculty Adviser for Students for Sensible Drug Policy, the Psychedelic Club, and Slow Food Youth. Since 2014, she has organized—together with students and colleagues—an all-day symposium to promote public education on ancient uses of cannabis and psychedelic plants and their modern political, economic, and therapeutic relevance. Since 1995, Conzelman has been a Volunteer Team Leader with the international grassroots development organization Global Volunteers, coordinating service learning programs in Jamaica, Ecuador, Italy, Tanzania, Ireland, and Cuba; she also served on their Board of Directors (seven years). Currently she is president of the international Board of Directors for the Andean Information Network out of Cochabamba, Bolivia. Carol can be reached at conzelma@colorado.edu _____________________________________________________________ Carol’s book recommendations: War and Drugs by The Role of Military Conflict in the Development of Substance Abuse By Dessa Bergen-Cico https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10260413-war-and-drugs From Chocolate to Morphine: Everything You Need to Know About Mind-Altering Drugs By Andrew Weil https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/110490.From_Chocolate_to_Morphine?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=1vJUQcV46m&rank=1 Organizations to follow and support: Drug Policy Alliance https://www.drugpolicy.org/ Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies https://maps.org/ Erowid https://www.erowid.org/ Transnational Institute https://www.tni.org/en International Drug Policy Consortium https://idpc.net/ Washington Office for Latin America (WOLA) https://www.wola.org/ Institute for Policy Studies https://ips-dc.org/

In this episode, Amanda (MCVP iGV 1920, AIESEC in Malaysia) talks about the impacts of Global Volunteer in her local community.

In this episode, Amanda (MCVP iGV 1920, AIESEC in Malaysia) talks about the impacts of Global Volunteer in her local community.

GotTechED the Podcast Episode #53Sign up for the GotTechED Newsflash www.gotteched.com/newsflash (http://www.gotteched.com/newsflash) Join us every Wednesday at 8:30 pm for our #EduMentor Twitter Chat  https://gotteched.com/edumentor/ (https://gotteched.com/edumentor/) In this episode of GotTechED the Podcast we discuss: The characteristics of Real-World Opportunities Real-World Opportunities activities Edtech that help with the integration of Real-World Opportunities into the classroom If you are a new listener to GotTechED the Podcast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our (https://gotteched.com/contact-us/#) and let us know how we can help you today! Segment 1: Real-world Opportunities for your studentsSegment 2: Next Steps AKA Project IdeasCurate a community list of experts willing to come into class Start a program that matches students to companies for internships/work opportunities Virtual Field Trips Google Arts and Culture (https://artsandculture.google.com/) Google Lit Trips (https://www.googlelittrips.org/) (Charity Dodd) Conference Calls Skype a Scientist (https://www.skypeascientist.com/) Zoom (https://zoom.us/)   Mystery Skype (https://education.skype.com/) Global Gamification Games for Change (http://www.gamesforchange.org/) Look for outside opportunities for students to do “in the field research Earthwatch (https://earthwatch.org/) Global Volunteers (https://globalvolunteers.org/)   Global knowledge networks like iEARN (https://iearn.org/) Continue your own professional learning #globaled, #globallearning, or #globaledchat  Music Credits:The Degs: Shotgun http://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Degs/ (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Degs/) @bensounds https://www.bensound.com/ (https://www.bensound.com/) Subscribe to our Podcast Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/gotteched/id1358366637?mt=2) Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/7zyzfCkSDNHkKdqxmh9XLB?si=YhSdMa6BQVmcLHbSrYxE9Q) Google Podcasts (https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Indeizidhz4h37mawfylwdgco4y)    Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/search?q=gotteched)    YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMIQwu39Tkow3kduRQAH85w?view_as=subscriber)    Twitter (https://twitter.com/WeGotTechED)     Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WeGotTechED/) Connect with us on Social MediaGuise on Twitter @guisegotteched (https://twitter.com/GuiseGotTechEd) Nick on Twitter @nickgotteched (https://twitter.com/NickGotTechEd) GotTechED the Podcast on Twitter @wegotteched (https://twitter.com/WeGotTechEd) Join the Conversation and our PLNOur favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our Facebook Group Page (https://www.facebook.com/WeGotTechED/) .    This weeks question is: Question: What educational opportunities have you provided your students that go outside of the brick and mortar classroom? Need a Presenter?As experienced presenters and content creators, you can contact Nick and Guise to speak at your school, event, or conference. They can customize a workshop that meets your organization’s unique time and content needs. While no topic is out of bounds, GotTechED is best known for sessions on: 1:1 Chromebook Integration EdTech Throwdown TargetED Learning Gamification (Badge Systems) Game-Based Learning (Escape Rooms, Amazing Race, and more) Google apps and extensions Personalized learning and Choice Boards Teacher productivity (Lesson Planning, Online Grading. and Feedback) Digital content creation Student Podcasting Screencasting Flipped Classroom Student-Centered Learning

Masalah finansial kerap kali kami dengar menjadi hambatan bagi teman-teman untuk mengikuti program Global Volunteer. Namun, jika ada cara gratis untuk mendapatkan pembiayaan siapa yang tidak mau? Melalui episode ini kami akan berbagi denganmu bagaimana cara mengikuti Global Volunteer tanpa keluar sepeser biaya pun. So, Happy Listening!

The General Mills Foundation’s (GMF) executive director, Nicola Dixon discusses GMF’s award winning partnership with Partners in Food Solutions (PFS).  Now in their tenth year, PFS and GMF continue to work towards a goal of improving access to safe, nutritious food while promoting sustainable economic development.  From food fortification to providing local staff, this partnership... Read More The post How the General Mills Foundation is Mobilizing a Global Volunteer Workforce. appeared first on Phil & Co..

Pranoy left India for the first time in his life to go on a Global Volunteer project in Turkey. His experience in Turkey was filled with new friendships from countries he never met before, having impact, and removing barriers between nations...    Find me on Instagram @lenny.y.y    Find more information about AIESEC on www.aiesec.org Follow us on: Instagram Facebook Music by DJ Nobrauws

Victoria was fortunate enough to win a Global Volunteer project to go to Brazil. She and fellow volunteers joined a local NGO with the aim to raise awareness about inequalities such as racism and disabilities. They came up with creative ways to address the topics. Listen to a story about fear, challenges and enjoyment. If you want to share some feedback with me. Please contact me at Leonard.muller@aiesec.net You can find me on Instagram @lenny.y.y    You can find more information about AIESEC on www.aiesec.org Follow us on: Instagram Facebook Music by DJ Nobrauws

Milagros went to Chile to participate in a Global Volunteer project that is contributing towards Sustainable Development Goal #10 Reducing Inequalities. She took care of children whose parents could not do so out of different reasons. She was faced by tough situations that were new to her but managed to go though it and learn from it. One child got particularly close to her she had a positive impact on him...   If you want to share some feedback with me. Please contact me at Leonard.muller@aiesec.net You can find me on Instagram @lenny.y.y    You can find more information about AIESEC on www.aiesec.org Follow us on: Instagram Facebook Music by DJ Nobrauws

On this episode I am having a conversation with Pia. Last summer she went to Brazil to do a Global Volunteer project. She decided to volunteer in a local NGO where she could apply some of her business knowledge she attained at university. After 2 disappointing weeks without making progress, she reminded herself what it means to have an impact and turned her experience around...   If you want to share some feedback or thoughts with me. Please contact me at Leonard.muller@aiesec.net You can find me on Instagram @lenny.y.y   You can find more information about AIESEC on www.aiesec.org Follow us on: Instagram Facebook Music by DJ Nobrauws

Bud Philbrook, President and CEO of Global Volunteers talks with Temple about addressing issues like hunger, health, poverty and education around the world and how you can help as a global citizen.

Be The Change – Episode #33 This episode is a glimpse into a "day in the life" of a Global Volunteer in Crete - from the perspective of a volunteer teacher and the Greek team leader who guides her team. Greece Country Manager Sam Pinakoulaki first describes the team's daily schedule at a typical Greek English language "camp."  After a hearty breakfast together, we have a short team meeting and we walk through the vineyard to school, says Sam.  After three hours of teaching conversational English, the volunteers join an hour of independent sports together with the students. The team returns to the hotel for an afternoon lunch, and to prepare for the next day's classes (and to keep the lessons fresh for challenging young students). The volunteers are integrated into every part of daily life, says Peggy. That means sharing meals and conversation with their students day and night.  "Family and food, and sitting down and breaking bread is a really important part of their life."  For the two weeks of camp, she says, the students and volunteers are a special family. The relationships cultivated over two intense weeks keeps volunteers returning year after year.  Julia points to another volunteer who's served seven consecutive years.  The care and precision in preparing her lessons illuminates the love and kindness she feels toward the students she's come to know.  "It was incredible.  She took a taxi, came back with bags and bags of supplies to make bird feeders with her students.  I was amazed at her level of commitment."   Episode storytellers: Samantha, Peggy & Julia  

#31 – Why Give? What are the advantages of donating to organizations doing work outside the United States? How important are financial contributions in the long-run? Some people may question if and how their own donations ultimately have an impact. Global Volunteers co-founders Michele Gran and Bud Philbrook, who married in 1979 and conceived the idea for Global Volunteers on their honeymoon in Guatemala, share facts and opinions about how contributions to their organization advances projects for at-risk children and families worldwide.   Episode storytellers: Bud and Michele

Unexpected Transformations – Episode #30 This week's podcast is highly personal and reflective - as our storytellers share how they've been changed since re-entering their daily lives after their volunteering experience. Julia says she was transformed on the Blackfeet Reservation at a Sweat Lodge ceremony. "I almost see myself as who I was before the Sweat and who I am after.  I felt such a profound sense of connection to not only the locals, but to all of humanity.  It was powerful, really powerful." Kate was "ready to pack up and join the Peace Corps,"after serving in Mexico and Ecuador, saying she struggled with how to employ her insights from volunteering. "How was I going to continue this shift in my life, knowing that leaving for two-and-a-half years wasn't an option?" So, she made a shift in her career to satisfy her craving for more meaning. Volunteering with his sons in Tanzania was transformational, Tom said, because "seeing (them) grow and display their values, working in the orphanage in a philanthropic way" was one of his singular, proudest moments outside of daily life. Gabe said months later now after his program, he has a profound sense of "needing to make the world better." In his busy life, he misses opportunities to help people.  "I think, holy smokes, I'm so lucky. Through volunteering, you kinda get disrupted (in a good way)." Marek offers a very long view - that of a host for volunteers who sees their impact on Polish students over more than 20 years. "These young people are the leaders; the future of our country.  They are the second or third generation of people who learned English from Global Volunteers." Year after year, he says, volunteers transform his community in unmeasurable ways. Everyone has a moment of transformation when serving others whole-heartedly.  It takes risk, and it might not be evident immediately, but this shift is surely to catch up with you during moments of deep reflection.  It's healing, and it's lasting. Episode storytellers: Julia, Kate, Tom, Gabe, and Marek

Leave Your Mark on the World – Episode #27 One person's volunteer service has the potential for touching hundreds of lives. Every day, we impact others in ways we may not even be aware of.  The storytellers in this episode describe the joy of expanding their reach into new dimensions of service. Each of these unique experiences are also shared experiences that reveal how humanity is connected through acts of care and respect. As a college instructor, Mindy takes seriously the expansive perspective that shapes her students' career and life choices.  For them, traveling outside of their region of the country - let alone internationally - is a completely new experience.  In refining their global concept, Mindy says, they learn that "the world isn't just us and them." Joan says: "I've done volunteer work before, but this was special in...getting to know people's lives, because it was much more focused on projects." Chemida, Global Volunteers Country Manager in St. Lucia, describes local people's lives are enriched through meaningful contact with volunteers from other countries and different cultures. She believes the "human connection" is the most long-lasting mark that volunteers can leave on the world. Lynn talks about how serving with Global Volunteers has led her to additional service opportunities in her hometown...and how that has enabled her to influence her own community. Winnie is one of four Reaching Children's Potential Program caregivers in Tanzania.  She offers the perspective of villagers in rural Africa whom she meets in her outreach work to mothers and children.  Transformation occurs, she says, through one-to-one contact, and by offering assistance in practical, respectful ways. Episode storytellers: Mindy, Joan, Chemida, Lynn, and Winnie

Philosophy of Peace Waging – Episode #26 This episode is a retrospective by our host, Ruth, and four storytellers on how Global Volunteers' Philosophy of Service is a philosophy of waging peace, promoting justice and working hand-in-hand with local people. Carol lends an academic perspective by reminding us that colonialism was the historical mindset by dominant cultures, and helping others in useful ways is a very recent orientation to the world. The roots of childhood stunting, which Global Volunteers addresses in Tanzania, can be traced to generations of failed government policies. We can "right the wrongs" she says, by applying ourselves to the real needs of the community. Cynthia was struck by the realization that the value of relationships on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation transcends other measurable outcomes, and is at the center of Global Volunteers' Philosophy of Service. Maggie speaks to how cultural sharing is foundational to every volunteer's successful contribution at the volunteer work site. Emily's assignment in Tanzania was building and demonstrating effective hand-washing stations.  In-country partnerships, she says, works only when sincere relationships are built first.  After that, true long-lasting service can be rendered to the community. Episode storytellers: Carol, Cynthia, Maggie, and Emily

Be The Change – Episode #25 In honor of International Day of Peace, designated by the United Nations annually on September 21, this episode features peace wagers we've heard from in earlier episodes, and new ones from around the world. Global Volunteers' volunteers and staff reflect on what true world peace means to them, and how they've experienced peace waging by working together with others.  What does peace mean to you?   Episode Storytellers: Gila, Mindy, Jeff, Chemida, Carol, Samantha, Dan, Robi, and Michele

Be The Change – Episode #24 This episode is dedicated to the stories of volunteers and staff who have contributed to Global Volunteers' Reaching Children's Potential program (RCP) in Tanzania.  It's a demonstration program to address childhood stunting - and the effectiveness of short-term volunteers in helping halt this disastrous affliction. What does it take, to take on such an expansive goal? Carol explains, from the informed perspective of a professor of anthropology, that a careful, respectful, and deliberate approach ensures a true partnership at every level. Hers is an important introduction to the personal reflections on service that follow. Lisa, another college professor, says her experience is that RCP is effective because of its focus on a very specific outcome through very specific interventions.  Families' lives are forever improved, she says, because volunteers are able to contribute to projects addressing "every aspect of the first few years of a child's life." Tim says the opportunity to be part of a program on the ground level to actually challenge the conditions causing childhood stunting "is fascinating."  He was empowered to make a real difference working with preschool children who still have their futures to learn and grow. Finally, Anna, Global Volunteers' Tanzanian team leader, expresses her hope for the program - the families and volunteers together - is to see children grow and thrive to become "great people."  She says she expects that as the program expands, some of these children, whom she's working with today, will become presidents, teachers, and others who have lasting impact on her country. Episode Storytellers: Carol, Lisa, Tim, and Anna 

Be The Change – Episode #18 Carol, an anthropologist and university professor, relates how the experience of working with local people in a non-assumptive way has reframed her daily life in a positive way. "Just give me a translator and a stethoscope," Lisa said when she first landed on a Global Volunteers program. She quickly learned that she had to find her "inner teacher" to help make sense of the service give-and-take for those she served, and for herself. Jeff says the most important benefit he gains personally by working through Global Volunteers is the sense of accomplishment, visibly from day to day, and also on a "heart and soul" level. Providing direct service in Cuba captured Mike and Elisa's imagination in surprising ways, and they quickly learned how that experience lays the foundation for future inner reflection and motivation. Episode storytellers: Carol, Lisa, Jeff, Mike, and Elisa

Be The Change – Episode #17 Why do some volunteers return to serve the same community time after time - sometimes several years annually?  What have they discovered about how they can affect change? Our first story teller says a legacy of service brought her back to Tanzania. "You're part of a long chain of providing service and hope and community" says Lisa.  Two weeks of your life can have a profound, long-term impact, especially when you're part of a stream of volunteers returning year after year.  It's the continuity that makes the difference. Pam, who has led over 50 volunteer teams has personal experience witnessing the change in a community over time. "When you see what happens, the little, little bit that you do.  And the next person does a little bit, that's what it is." She says the work of leading Global Volunteers teams is repaid by experiencing the contributions every team makes. "What can a short-term volunteer do in just a couple weeks?" Jeff asks. It may not be obvious at first. He retells the story of Liliana and José in Ciego de Ávila, Cuba.  His answer may surprise you, but it's sure to encourage you. Mike, our final storyteller, offers a youthful perspective on this question. "We must be doing something right," he says.  "I can take the first step, and afterwards, someone else will come and carry on our work." It's a model he asserts should be followed by every volunteer effort. Episode storytellers: Lisa, Pam, Jeff, and Mike

Be The Change – Episode #16 Do you ever wonder about your place in the world? Sometimes, we have to take a leap of faith in to discover the true impact we can have. In this episode, our storytellers open up about the moments that brought this reality into focus.  And how it changed them. Pam tells us about being moved on her first team leading experience in Romania.  She realized how profoundly needy the children were; one baby in particular who had little physical tone or strength. When she returned three months later, she was astonished by the child's improvement in the meantime - through sustained volunteer care and love. Daniel talks about what happens AFTER a volunteer team leaves - from the perspective of one who lives inside the community served by Global Volunteers. "I do see the effect the volunteers have over the years.  The children see they keep coming and spend time with them." Daniel cites how in the children's home in Lima, the children refer to volunteers as "Hannah" because they remember how caring and attentive this special volunteer was, and the long-term feeling she left in their hearts. Ken beautifully capsulizes the pure and penetrating human connection possible, as a volunteer caring for a child with hydrocephalus. "He couldn't react much, but I played him a lot of Joan Baez and Grateful Dead on my Iphone. The first time I saw him he grabbed my heart." Jeff reflects on the realization that volunteers have throughout the world: "There's more to be seen...there's more to be taken in...  The people are anxious to become friends, and accept what you have to offer." That's how you experience the true heart and soul of a community. Episode storytellers: Pam, Daniel, Ken, and Jeff  

Be The Change – Episode #14 The most important question you can ask about your own volunteer service is: What impact do I hope to make? Global Volunteers’ co-founder Michele Gran and board member Carol Conzelman explain how to truly help others, wage peace, and promote justice directly and appropriately. The "magic happens," says Michele, "when you wholeheartedly serve others. You can be significant in ways you've never imagined." You can truly change the world! Episode storytellers: Carol and Michele

Be The Change – Episode #12 Service to others is at its core is a selfless act. So many unexpected gifts stream from this one act - reciprocal benefits to the giver and receiver. Our storytellers address this dynamic head-on, describing how giving and receiving the gift of service has changed their lives. It's important to understand the true meaning of "gift" in this context. A gift, by definition, is "something given voluntarily without expectation of payment in return, as to show favor toward someone, honor an occasion, or make a gesture of assistance; a present." Michele Gran, Global Volunteers co-founder, sets the focus of the conversation: "There's so much richness, knowledge, and innovation in the communities where we work," she says. Describing community leaders as "Some of the most intelligent, resourceful, gifted people I've ever met in my life," she continues; "It's here you can observe how people can accomplish so much with so little," and have so much to give volunteers. In describing a celebration in Ecuador, Barbara said the greatest gift - hands down - of that program for her husband and her together, was the gratitude, in the form of hugs and kisses from the children, that so clearly summed up the elevated mutual regard they had achieved through service. A retired couple, Marcia and Greg, say they revere the gifts of understanding and insight every host community has given them. "The love the people share with you....and learning about other cultures and religions is a great gift," says Greg. Marcia adds she's learned that yearning for basic needs the world over - safety for our families, clean water and good food, for example - is the gift inside our common humanity. Gila quickly adds: "You come back with so, so, so much more than you gave." Episode storytellers: Michele, Barbara, Marcia and Greg, and Gila

Be The Change – Episode #9 The world has gotten a lot "smaller" for most of us through technology, media and international tourism.  But, to truly achieve a global perspective, one must walk a more erstwhile path. It may sound contradictory, but often, slowing down can speed up learning. This episode explores the payback for taking time to reach out farther.  Giving back to the world in an intentional, relaxed way is a common draw for each of our storytellers.  The "call" for most Global Volunteers is to reach out farther - and demonstrate authentic care, intense interest, and an optimistic view of life. For Joe, the most compelling aspect of reaching out is the team dynamic around a common purpose.  He says "the most profound sense is... like you've known (team members) forever.  They're called to come together in this new place where you are." Mike says overcoming his introversion by "pushing on for two hours of small talk and conversion" through English lessons in Cuba created a comfortable commonality with a local surgeon - someone he was surprised to connect with. Tim talks about how Global Volunteers' Philosophy of Service enables individuals "promote positive change" among people who want and appreciate their support. This can bring a world divided to a place of understanding. Gila concludes: It's "life changing, life altering" to return with "so, so much more than you gave."  The urge is to take an inventory of your own life - and in the context of all you have, and all you have to give, to embrace the world wholeheartedly. Episode storytellers: Joe, Mike, Tim, and Gila

Be The Change – Episode Eight You might be surprised by all that awaits south of the U.S. border. Mexico is a magnetic tourist destination - but more, the country draws volunteers motivated to make a difference in the lives of young adults preparing for a productive career. Seen from a humanitarian perspective, the small, hospitable town Global Volunteers serves is an enclave of dreamers and strivers alike. Senior and student volunteers especially are passionate about teaching conversational English on university campuses. Experienced Mexico travelers are gratified to engage the colorful culture through eager students.  Those who haven’t travelled to Mexico before are charmed by historic Querétaro, a safe and engaging destination. As a volunteer team leader, Pam leads individuals of all ages and walks of life on two-week journeys of service to Querétaro, Mexico with Global Volunteers.  It's a passion she's cultivated for over 17 years.  In fact, most of her volunteers return year after year, simply for the pleasure of teaching university students under Pam's management. And, over these years, she's found a place in the hearts of those she and her teams serve.  One story, taking place at the airport, epitomizes the impact that "the Globals" have.  "I think you begin to see the spirit and the hope the people have," Pam says. Episode storyteller: Pam

Be The Change – Episode #5 We might not always be aware of our expectations when they become integrated into our way of living life.  But, they certainly enhance or detract how we assess the lessons awaiting us. Our first storyteller, Gila, talks about serving in St. Lucia to celebrate a milestone birthday - "in honor and gratitude for her family."  To do so, she traveled with an open mind and heart to help teach mothers and their babies to relate better to each other.  She found that suspending her expectations provided her with "a perspective of gratitude" that helped her accomplish her goal for the trip! Lisa returns to explain how she employed a "beginner's mind" to approach each new experience - and allow the local students to guide her in sharing her teaching skills in the most productive way. Cindy relates one special time as she was preparing for her first Global Volunteers experience.  "I remember a sense of letting go," she said. "I was jumping into ambiguity." This, she says, is exhilarating, and brings her "to who I am at the core of being a person." Our Poland community partner, Marek Błaszczyk, reflects on the experience of hosting 3,000 volunteers over 26 years, and how these teams have "shifted the expectations" of all the people Global Volunteers serves in Siedlce, Poland.  The impact of "thousands and thousands of lessons and thousands of students" is difficult to believe, he says. "I think the most important part we get from them is to share the heart and the friendship." Episode storytellers: Gila, Lisa, Cindy, and Marek

Be The Change – Episode #4 Continuing with an inside look at local culture, three of our storytellers return to reflect on life from a new perspective. Each volunteer sites how Global Volunteers programs immerse them in daily life, exposing the true nature of a community. Lynn returns in this episode to describe the generosity of people in Crete who, although they owned little themselves, gave generosity to help Syrian refugees at a time when it was very unpopular to do so. "They said, we're going to help these people, because they're human, and it's the right thing to do." She enjoyed an equally engaging spirit of unity in Cuba, living with local people - and basking in their hospitality and genuine appreciation for the team's contributions. Evan continues her story about volunteering in Romania.  She notes the lasting impression that volunteers make in their host community:  "It's very much a relationship business," she says. The impact is obvious to local people, she continues:  "It breaks down the barriers.  They realize these people keep coming back...it sends a huge message of love, quite honestly." Jeff tells about how a community reciprocates on International Women's Day, as local people spontaneously poured out appreciation and fondness for the women volunteers on his team. "Once again, it was a sign that our Global Volunteers are so welcome in their community.  They were made to feel so special." Episode storytellers: Lynn, Evan, and Jeff  

You know how many Indian food jokes I know? Naan! On the other hand, I could tell you a few hundred stories about the awesome work of Global #Volunteers over the past 8 years. I am a huge fan of our GVs...remember, Noah's Ark was built by volunteers; the Titanic was built by professionals!

As travel experts we know that understanding new languages play an important part in the travel experience. But what about the journey of marriage? World Footprints talks to best selling author Dr. Gary Chapman about his book, “The 5 Love Languages” and he'll walk us through the different languages that every couple should know. This book has been on the New York Times bestsellers list for the last 20 years, and has now been translated in 40 different languages. Dr. Chapman joins World Footprints to talk about his experiences teaching new love languages around the world. Then, we’ll introduce you to Colin Salisbury, founder of Global Volunteer Network. He joins us to talk about how his organization is connecting people with communities throughout the world. Finally, you’ll meet Eric and Christi Grab, a great adventurous couple who took a break from corporate America to circumnavigate the world in a 43 foot trawler powerboat. Eric and Christi spent two years visiting 100 places and 34 countries around the world. Hear how they did it, and why they chose to travel via boat with limited boating experience.

Sheldon Armitage recently hosted his very first Global Volunteer in ‪#‎Slovakia‬ from PAOC‬ through the STMNetwork‬. (‪#‎mouthful‬) Over the last few months, we've been chatting on the pod about how a host prepares themselves and their ministry partners for a volunteer in a segment called "So You're Getting A Mid-Termer". In this edition of the HnT podcast, Jennifer Church (aka Brenda Synagogue) joins Sheldon and Anna Armitage in a Slovak McCafé to debrief the month that was her international scouting trip. Was it a match? Will she return? Is she a future GW? Who is ‪#‎Brennifer‬'s favourite Armitage child? Is Sheldon even a good host? Listen in for the answers to these questions, some Slovak Easter traditions, and a useless Toronto weather report! ‪#‎loveconnection‬ ‪#‎roma‬ ‪#‎refugees‬ ‪#‎BIF‬ ‪#‎volunteer‬ ‪#‎GVisthenewMTMer‬

It's a New Year and with that, a new Here & There podcast is here (& there) for your listening enjoyment. Sheldon and Matt are back at working through the Wellness Plan 4.0 and chat through Intellectual Vitality. Are you smarter than your spouse? Do you eat enough books for lunch? Is your brain still developing? Are you open-minded (or worried your brain is going to fall out)? We answer all of these questions, update you on the Funder Games and learn more about hosting a Global Volunteer! ‪#‎wp4pointoh‬ ‪#‎fundergames‬ ‪#‎soyouregettingamidtermer‬ ‪#‎hntpodcast‬

Trying to figure out what volunteer opportunity to choose can be a very confusing and difficult process. Finding volunteer projects on your own so you don't have to pay to volunteer is even more challenging.How do you know that the organization is doing good work? Will the project be the right fit for you?In this podcast episode, Shannon O'Donnell, author of The Volunteer Traveler's Handbook, shares the secrets on how to find ethical international volunteering opportunities to help you find your own perfect volunteer project at no cost anywhere in the world.Shannon has been traveling the world and volunteering abroad since 2008. Give this interview a listen.  She shares incredibly actionable advice and tips on how to find and choose the right volunteer opportunity for you and what to expect.Click play on the bar under the main picture to hear this podcast or:Subscribe to the Podcast on iTunesShannon also shares why she created her global volunteer network, Grassroots Volunteering, and how it can help you find the perfect project.In this episode you'll discover:How to avoid spending thousands of dollars and volunteer at no costWhat ethical volunteering meansHow to decide what opportunities are right for youWhy researching beforehand is importantWhat questions to ask any organization to ensure they are a good to work withHow to show up anywhere in the world and find volunteer workWhat makes you the 'Volunteer from hell" and how to avoid itHow spending money on regular services can be a form of volunteeringAnd so much more!...ResourcesGrassroots Volunteering - Free Global Volunteer NetworkThe Volunteer Travelers Handbook - The Ultimate Guide to Volunteering AbroadShannon's current volunteer work in AfricaThe post A Beginner’s Guide To Volunteering, A Free Global Volunteer Network And More appeared first on Zero to Travel.

Depression, Anxiety, Narcisissum, or Family division are clear concerns for Dr. Carol Francis, Psychologist.  One intervention for all of these complications is volunteering.  Giving to others and Acts of Kindnes are well know for up-lifting people out of their pains.  In addition, volunteering enables those who feel worthless, meaningless and depressed to see their worth in their ability to help others.   Anxiety is reduced also when one gains a perspective on how other's have overcome their adversities.  DrCarolFrancis.com and 310-543-1824. Volunteer Vacations, such as those offered through Global Volunteers,  also pull families together as they team up to help other communities progress.  Parents bring children to enlighten about their good fortune and ability to help others less fortunate materially or educationally.  Additionally, grandparents bring grandchildren to bond and to increase their grandchildren's social consciousness.   Global Volunteers  is one organization which encourages cross-culture experiences which can be gained when you volunteer to help teach other languages, reading, build, paint, feed, and interface with children and adults in other parts of the world.     (GlobalVolunteers.org) Global Volunteers  organizes volunteer opportunities for individuals & families all over the planet.  During this radio show you will hear vignetts from many volunteers who joined my family this summer as they describe their new insights and moving moments while volunteering through Global Volunteers at Browning, Montana on one of the Blackfeet Tribe's Reservations.   

Paul Larsen is an engaging and inspiring business consultant with over 20 years of experience within the business world. He has a proven track record of success in advancing strategic thought, streamlining operations, driving profits, and maximizing organizational growth and development within Fortune 100, start-up, high-tech, and non-profit environments. Paul realizes that many organizations today are overrun with the “tourist” mentality: “Let someone else figure it out and then tell me what to do.” Paul asks: On life's journey…are you a Tourist or a Traveler? Do you drive your tour bus or let someone else do the driving? Do you set your own itinerary or let someone else schedule your life? Paul relishes all opportunities to transform leaders and teams from being “tourists” in their own companies into being “true travelers” and thus, take initiative and ownership for their results. The outcome is the creation of a well-connected, agile and motivating workplace of amazing results. Paul is a frequent conference and workshop speaker on leadership and development at such organizations as the Southern Oncology Association of Practices (SOAP), American Society of Training & Development (ASTD), and the Northern California Human Resource Association (NCHRA). His organizational development work has been featured in the latest book, Consulting on the Inside by Bev Scott and B. Kim Barnes. And his latest article, “Your Front Office: Create Fantastic First Impressions that Last!” was recently featured in the journal of the Professional Association of Health Care Office Management (PAHCOM). Paul has a B.A. in History from the University of the Pacific and a M.A. in Human Resources Organizational Development from the University of San Francisco. He is a current member of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), NCHRA, ASTD and the Bay Area Organization Development Network (BAODN). In his spare time, he can be found somewhere in the world helping communities as a member of a project team with Global Volunteers.org. Pro-Track Profile Paul is a member of the Northern California Chapter of the National Speakers Association Pro-Track class of 2011. I interviewed Paul during a recent Pro-Track class and reviewed his reasons for enrolling in the program and the value he gets from the "learning community" of fellow speakers. He also shares his insights into his role as a coach and consultant. To hear what he told me, click on the podcast icon below.