A Broader View Volunteers Corp

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9.8 / 10 after 330 Reviews Based on overall, support & value average ratings

We arrange short-term international mission trips and long term volunteer projects in South America, Africa and Asia. Designed with flexibility and customized attention with volunteer options in African orphanages, teaching English, medical and dental volunteering, HIV awareness projects, conservation in national parks, animal welfare, environmental and community development.

Program website: http://www.abroaderview.org/

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The Pre-Med Internship program was a wonderful experience as I was able to observe many things and help doctors whenever I could. ABV was helpful in addressing my needs and giving me guidance in what I should do.

Ecuador is a wonderful place and the host family that ABV assigned to me was an absolute joy to live with. The food was as authentic as you could get to Ecuadorian standards and the whole country was beautiful to explore as well. ABV did a wonderful job partnering up with grassroot organizations, to provide events that we could attend to, while also providing opportunities to meet new people.

The doctors are nice and respond to any questions you have without hesitation. Overall, it is a fortunate thing to see just how hard-working the doctors/nurses are in the hospital and how much they care for the patients.

Exploring Mindo, Ecuador was really exciting and fun. I was able to go ziplining, birdwatching, and hiking. Mindo is a small town that is beautiful both day and night.

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Volunteer Abroad

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Ecuador

Posted: September 5, 2019

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By: Camilo

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This was a once in a lifetime experience. I saw Guatemala in a completely different way. To see Quetzaltenango from the locals point of view was absolutely priceless. We loved our accommodations. Very clean, the host was so welcoming. The meals were delicious, I wish we had more lunches together with the family. It was very difficult to see the poverty and the children who were living in that situation. It took me back to my own past, when I was in the same situation. Traveling and seeing new things was great. Some things have been hard to see but it has made me be more grateful for everything that I have, no matter how big or small. Bring as many donations as you can. Find out specific needs as much as possible prior departing so you´re bringing what´s needed. Be open, flexible and adaptable. I will treasure this time with all these experiences for my lifetime. Its impact will be forever etched in my heart.

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Volunteer Abroad

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Guatemala

Posted: August 30, 2019

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By: eveling

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Abroader view offered great support both on site and away. With my time in Tanzania, I got to see first hand the HIV epidemic, and get more clarity into the daily struggles of those battling the disease. I also got insight into the current perception of HIV and got to see how the hospital structures their organization to best serve those infected.

The country was beautiful and many of the people were awesome to work with.

I would suggest bringing light pants and a t-shirt for most days. It gets cold at night so bring a few heavier shirts.sweaters. As far as shoes go, it is very dusty. I brought sneakers that I threw out upon completion of the program. Light boots might also be a good choice.

The most positive surprise I experienced was getting to interact with the older kids, who were really cool and independent. The accommodations were a lot of fun because of the constant flow of people coming through. The country so lively with a very young population. People are very social, and spend a great deal of time outside interacting with neighbors and friends.

Thank you guys again for the experience.

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Volunteer Abroad

Location:

Tanzania

Posted: August 28, 2019

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As soon as I was picked up from Cartagena airport, I felt very welcome in Colombia. My ABV in-country coordinator picked me up from the airport and had a sign with my name on it, so I was able to find him easily. My orientation helped me get my feet on the ground and my coordinator spoke English and answered every question I had. Everything was planned out extremely well. I never felt like I had any questions unanswered. I also really enjoyed my volunteer work and my Spanish classes. I felt like I learned a lot. My host family was so nice and was very easy to talk to. My host mother did not speak any English, but it was not hard to communicate with her and after the first few days there were not many miscommunications. Everyone was super nice and the country is beautiful! The tours are very fun and you have the weekend off, so I recommend going to see the rest of the country on the weekends. I knew this volunteer trip to Colombia would be a positive experience, but I had no idea how life changing it would be. My heart has grown three sizes. Thank you ABV for this incredible opportunity to help.

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Volunteer Abroad

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Colombia

Posted: August 25, 2019

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By: tawny

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I chose 3 different programs in Nepal kathmandu that I liked. And I asked “A broader View” where I was most needed. One of which was the home for orphan girls I would go to work from 7:00 am -10:00 (30) am in the morning and this time I would help the girls with homework, eat with them, make sure they got dressed with enough time to get to school then walk with them to school. In the evening I would teach crafts; such as bracelet/Jewelry making, drawing & sewing then 4:00 – 7:00pm is direction time. They will sing, pray, read from the bible, pray again & try to get you to stay for dinner which works sometimes since they are so sweet & excited.

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Volunteer Abroad

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Nepal

Posted: August 24, 2019

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