Choosing a volunteer opportunity

How long have I got?  
How much am I wiling to spend?  
When am I going?  
Who else is coming?  
What other activities do I want to do?
  • Number these in order of preference - cross out any you're not interested in:
  • Travel
  • Study a language
  • Dance/cooking/other cultural activity
  • Outdoor activities
  • Social activities
  • Tour
  • Other
Am I travelling before/after volunteering? Where?  
Where do I want to go?
  • Number these in order of preference - cross out any you're not interested in:
  • Eastern Europe
  • South Asia
  • South-East Asia
  • Africa
  • South America
  • Central America
  • Other
What do I want to give?
  • Number these in order of preference - cross out any that aren't relevant:
  • Help animals
  • Help children
  • Help people less fortunate than me
  • Help protect the environment
  • Improve a local community
  • Teach someone my professional skills
  • Other
What do I want to get out of it?
  • Number these in order of preference - cross out any that aren't relevant:
  • Develop professional skills (general)
  • Develop professional skills (specific)
  • Develop personal skills
  • Improve as a person
  • Get something to put on my CV
  • Have a meaningful experience
  • Feel good