Reference no: EM132945756

You have decided that you want to participate in a volunteer experience abroad but you're not sure where to go. In order to make an informed decision you have decided to do your due diligence and investigate the organization.

Investigate one of the organizations from the list provided by answering the following questions:

1. Is there any evidence that the local community is involved in the project?

2. Does the organization use local resources such as lodging and meals to provide for volunteers?

3. How many years has this organization been in operation?

4. What impact has this project had?

5. Is there evidence of long-term benefits of this organization?

6. Can you find tangible metrics about their success?

7. How are volunteers prepared prior to leaving for the project?

8. If there information provided to volunteers about the host community?

9. Is there information provided to the volunteers about the goals of the program?

10. Does the organization have any affiliations or memberships with organizations related to the work the do?

11. Is there any opportunity to talk with REAL volunteers who have volunteered with this organization in the past?

12. Check online reviews. What do they say? Would you volunteer for this organization? Yes/No Please explain your decision.