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By Projects Abroad 17th February, 2025

How to Convince my Parents to Let Me Volunteer Abroad
Parents can be protective and a little nervous to let you volunteer abroad on your own. Find out how to convince them using the points in this blog!
Projects Abroad group joins in a traditional Tanzanian dance

By Projects Abroad 29th January, 2025

Understanding Culture Shock When Volunteering Abroad
Find out what culture shock is, how it might affect you when you travel, and learn how you can lean into it for the best experience.

By Projects Abroad 14th January, 2025

Study Abroad: Transferring Your Credits
Study abroad without losing credits! Learn how to transfer US credits back to your British university.
Three Projects Abroad volunteers ride Bactrian Camels in Terelj National Park, Mongolia

By Projects Abroad 12th December, 2024

5 Steps to Help Plan Your Gap Year
Make your gap year planning easier with our five-step guide, including a few tips on what to do during your gap year to develop new skills.
Take a gap year adventure with Projects Abroad

By Projects Abroad 11th December, 2024

Top 5 Things To Do In A Gap Year in 2025
Decided to take a gap year but have no idea what to do? Let's inspire you — here are our top five things you could do on a once-in-a-lifetime gap year.

By Projects Abroad 03rd December, 2024

Accredited Diplomas: Elevating school trips
Discover how school trips with Projects Abroad can earn students UK-accredited diplomas, boost UCAS points, and enhance academic profiles.
A group of Hight School Special volunteers pose for a picture in front of a nomad tent

By Projects Abroad 20th November, 2024

Volunteer opportunities for teens: building your future
Discover the opportunities for ambitious teens to volunteer abroad and how it could shape your future, including job and university applications.
Woman standing in airport looking at flight information screens

By Sophie Davies 25th October, 2024

Navigating the Airport Solo: A first-time traveller's guide
Navigating the airport can be daunting, especially for first-time travellers. Discover essential tips and advice to confidently travel solo.

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