Tailor-Made Volunteer Programmes
Tailor-Made Volunteer Programmes: Personalised Opportunities to Make a Difference
At Vocational Impact, we believe that everyone has unique skills and passions that can be harnessed to create a meaningful impact in the world. That’s why we offer tailor-made volunteer programmes, designed to fit your individual needs and aspirations.
With opportunities in Ghana, South Africa, and India, we can connect you with local communities and guide you on a transformative journey in these beautiful countries.
Get in touch today to create a programme that fits your skills and goals and start your volunteer adventure!
VOLUNTEER HIGHLIGHTS
- Personalised Volunteering: Work with a programme coordinator to create a programme that fits your skills and goals.
- Make a Meaningful Impact: Our volunteer programmes are designed to make a real difference in developing communities.
- Comprehensive Support: From airport pickup and drop-off to secure accommodation, our 24/7 in-country team will be there to ensure you’ll have a comfortable and safe environment throughout your journey.
- Life-Changing Experience: Go beyond a simple work placement by volunteering abroad and gaining new cross-cultural perspectives and practical field experience that will build confidence and make your CV stand out.
Tailor-made Volunteer Experiences
WHY VOLUNTEER WITH
VOCATIONAL IMPACT?
We were founded with a goal to turn the volunteer travel industry on its head.
It’s simple really, the largest percentage of your donation goes directly to our long-term partner projects and we match your unique skills and goals to the place they’ll make the most impact.
We prioritise the sustainable development of communities around the world and want people to have rewarding experiences that they know really make a difference to the people they’re working with.
Get in touch with our volunteer coordinators to understand how your tailor-made programme can directly support projects across the world whilst giving you the professional experience that will help you stand out from the crowd.
Hear from our volunteers
Working with children was also a highlight. We gave presentations on overcoming anxiety and helped specific children through one-on-one sessions. The freedom to explore different areas of the hospitals allowed me to tailor my experience to my interests.
Outside of work, I enjoyed exploring Ghana’s beautiful landscapes and historic sites, including Cape Coast and Accra. The entire experience has been impactful, and I’ve shared it in job interviews since returning home.
The placement not only broadened my understanding of global justice issues but also helped me develop practical employability skills. I participated in the production of documentaries highlighting prisoners’ stories, which was both eye-opening and educational. Outside of work, I explored the beautiful country, visiting national landmarks and meeting welcoming people, which made my time in Ghana unforgettable.
Working in the orphanage was the highlight of my trip. Building relationships with the children was truly rewarding, and I only wish I had more time there. The other volunteers and the local team, especially Albert, made the experience even more memorable. Ghana’s rich culture and beautiful landscape were a joy to explore on weekends, adding to the overall experience. I’d recommend this program to those seeking to observe and learn in a unique and meaningful setting.
Adjusting to life in Jaipur took some adaptability, but the warmth of the community made it easier. The city’s rich culture, historic sites, and the hospital’s dedication to care inspired me throughout my stay. Exploring Jaipur on weekends added a vibrant cultural dimension to my time there. Overall, the hands-on clinical experience, combined with cultural immersion, made this placement deeply enriching, both professionally and personally. I would definitely encourage my friends and university peers to participate in this placement.
GET INSPIRED
Are you a criminology or law graduate looking to gain experience working abroad, but not sure if it may be the right path for you? Learn how volunteering in law and criminology abroad can be an enriching journey helping you gain work experience and prepare you for an incredible career ahead.
We shared Max's story last summer as he first arrived in Ghana, and since he has been back we have the rest o what he has been up to on his criminology and law programme, - visiting prisons and working with police!
All of the pictures online of volunteers in scrubs, outside prisons, or exploring some amazing places seems so far away! How do you get from sitting in front of your computer to a psychiatric hospital or law clinic? We’ve got this step by step guide for you to make our process clear and alleviate your worries on how it all works, so you too can become a Vocational Impact volunteer!
Read psychology student Aparna’s story about her experience volunteering abroad in hospitals and children's foundations in Jaipur!
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