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• Non-Profit

• Established in 1989

• Conservation and Development

• Publishes Scientific Research and offers qualifications

• 8 main conservation projects in 6 countries

• 400+ Projects Worldwide in over 60 countries

• Work with Governments and Charities

About Us

Volunteering and Travelling Abroad

• Why volunteer?

• What can you do?

• Opportunities with Frontier

• Choosing a volunteer organisation

• Things to consider• Costs • Budgeting • Fundraising

• Health and safety

• Precautions

Why Volunteer?Broaden your Horizons

Travel for 1 – 30 weeks

TIME OUT

• Time to decide your future

• Freedom & Independence

• Time out from study

CV BOOSTING

• Add UCAS Points

• Gain new skills & qualifications

• Improve your CV and personal statement

• Work Experience

What can you do?

• Wildlife Conservation and Rehabilitation

• Community Development; construction, healthcare and journalism

• Learn Languages and Teach Abroad (TEFL)

• Adventure Travel and Action Sports; scuba diving, snowboarding, rock climbing, surfing, horse riding etc.

• Internships and Staff Roles

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Terrestrial Wildlife Conservation and Expeditions

• Tanzania: Birds, small mammals, crustaceans, insects and bats

• Madagascar: Lemurs, reptiles and amphibians

• Costa Rica: Big Cats, Primates & Turtle Conservation

CoPE Certificate (16 UCAS Points)

• South Africa: Field Guide Course

FGASA Field Guide Qualification

Terrestrial Wildlife Conservation and Expeditions

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘The experience was amazing and the project wasincredibly varied with dedicated members of staffthere to support the volunteers. I learnt a hugeamount studying for my BTEC but also got tostudy an abundance of wildlife such asbutterflies, otters, various primates, birds and seaturtles. Words cannot describe the experiencehere but the camp has been exceptional, the staffand locals so warm and welcoming and thelocation is just astounding.

Although there has been a lot of hard work, wehave also had tons of fun with camp party nights,horse-riding and swimming under waterfalls toname just a few of the activities we got up to inour free time.

Vicky Armstrong – Costa Rica Big Cats, Primates& Turtles Conservation

Wildlife Sanctuary and Rehabilitation

• China: Panda Breeding Centre

• Australia: Kangaroo Island Koalas and Conservation

• Costa Rica: Animal Rescue Project

• Ecuador: Amazon Wildlife Sanctuary

• Thailand: Elephant Sanctuary

Wildlife Sanctuary and Rehabilitation

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘As I currently study Geography atUniversity, I feel the project wasbeneficial for me as I learnt so muchmore about how volunteering projectsare run, and the impact that they haveon countries across the world. Eventhough washing the elephants was fun,we were also helping the localcommunity through our donations andhard work.’

Karah Philpot – Thailand ElephantSanctuary

Marine Conservation

• Tenerife: Whale and Dolphin Conservation

• Madagascar: Marine and Coastal Conservation

• Tanzania: Marine and Coastal Conservation

• Fiji: Marine and Coastal Conservation

• Belize: Marine Conservation and Diving

PADI Dive Training!

Marine Conservation

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘Everyone should come here to dive with orwithout previous experience. There arecrazy cool anemone fish, octopi, turtles, eels,etc. and my new favourite fish, MoorishIdles. There is not much missing from anexperience like this. All of this happened forme in a mere two weeks leaving me withonly one regret, not staying longer.’

Will Runwitch – Madagascar MarineConservation & Diving

Community Development and Teaching

• Madagascar Teaching

• Costa Rica Teaching

• Fiji Sports Coaching

• Nepal Teaching and Temples

• Cambodia Teaching in SiemReap

TEFL Certificate and Edexcel

Community Development and Teaching

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘Best thing about my time on the projecthad to be the final day of my project whereI organised a Champion's Leaguetournament for the Island's footballers.Witnessing the joy on the kids' faces reallymade my project worthwhile and I wasamazed at how much they had progressedover such a short period!’

TJ Taylor – Maldives Island Sports andFitness Coaching

Medical Volunteering

• India, Kenya and Namibia Medical Internships

• Fiji Healthcare Project

• Nepal Children's’ Hospital

• Ecuador Medical Project

• Cambodia Community Health

• Brazil Childcare

Medical Volunteering

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘I'm a fourth year medical student in England.I've been on lots of wards, tended a lot ofpatients but I realise that up until now I hadnever made a real difference to someone'slife... The doctors are all really approachableand they made me feel like part of the team. Igot to see a hugely diverse range of medicalissues from the unfortunately common roadtraffic accidents to tropical illnesses not onlyseen normally in the West.’

Patrick HM (Medical Student) -Kenya Hospital and Beaches

Ethical Adventure Trails

Combine responsible travel with wildlife and teaching volunteer

placements

• Central America: 6-10 weeks

• South East Asia: 6-10 weeks

• South America: 4 weeks

Ethical Adventure Trails

What Our Volunteers Say ...

‘This trip has been the most incredibleexperience. I was absolutely terrified gettingoff the plane in Mexico City and had no ideawhat awaited me. As much of a horriblecliché as it is, I've definitely changed and gotto know myself better and it's down to theamazing people I've been travelling with andhave met on the way and the crazy stuffwe've done!’

Charlotte Myerson – Central America EthicalAdventure Trail

Work Placements Abroad

• Fiji Journalism

• Madagascar NGO Media & Journalism Internship

• Costa Rica Teaching & Community N.G.O. Internship

• Tenerife Whale & Dolphin Conservation Course Credit Internship

Internships

• Offer structured placements

• Exclusive experiences

• Pre-departure planning

• In-country support

• Meet other volunteers

• Reassurance for family

Why Volunteering Organisations?

Things to consider

• Type of agency - read mission statements.

• Reputation and Achievements

• Operating Standards

• What can they offer you?!

British StandardBS 8848

Independently Assessed

Budgeting Checklist

• Flights

• Visas

• Insurance

Budgeting Considerations

• Can you earn money abroad?

• How are you funding your trip?

Travel Advice

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Travelling AbroadBudgeting

How much does it cost?

• Most projects require a financial contribution

• Based on duration, food and living costs, staffing, equipment and training

• Community development less expensive than conservation

• Check what you get for your money!• Accommodation? • Meals - how many?• Airport transfers?• Personal allowance?• Excursions?

• Frontier 2 week project: £495 - £1095

The more creative, the better!Looks good on your CV

How?

• Sponsored activities

• Promotional events

• Grant awarding charities, bursaries and trusts

• Crowd funding websites

• Business sponsorship

Travelling AbroadFundraising

Travelling AbroadHealth and Safety

Top Tips

• Check the NHS website

• Vaccinations

• First AidAre you in the know? Which is the right medical Kit?

• WaterIs it safe to drink? Do you know what to do if it’s not?

• FoodEmbrace but be safe

• Destination Research

• Currency

• Pack Light

• Photocopy Important Documents

Having the right Attitude is vital!!

Travelling AbroadPrecautions

Frontier Offers…

• Group Leaders Get 5 friends to go and your project is free!

• Win a free trip Sign up to enter our prize draw!

• Voice for the future Budding journalist?

To Summarise ...

• Many reasons to volunteerWhy do you want to? What will you get out of this experience?

• Many exciting opportunities available!

• Volunteering agencies offer you support on your travels

• Do your research!

• Plan early to avoid unpleasant surprises

• Be flexible and open minded

Thank you for listening

Any Questions?Don’t forget to hand in your sign up cards for more

information!

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