Responsible volunteering

Ethical behaviour

Responsible volunteering is locally driven, sustainable and transparent, and keeps the best interests of the community and the volunteer in mind.

When volunteering is done right, it can be transformative for all involved. GLP responsible volunteering can help you find and prepare for your volunteer placement.

Reasons for volunteering

Volunteering enables you to:

• develop your skills, gain experience or expand your networks
• travel or challenge yourself to step outside your comfort zone
• make a positive contribution to an organisation or community.

The desire to make a positive contribution to the world is great, but how you go about it is just as important.

Watch the below video from the Rainforest Alliance 'Follow the Frog' campaign.

Be prepared

We want you to feel equipped with the knowledge and tools you need to find a volunteering placement that is both valuable to the community, and that suits your skills and needs.

Check the following pages by clicking on the links so you can:

• understand what it is needed to actually make a positive contribution as a volunteer
• find a volunteering opportunity
• prepare for this meaningful adventure before you go
• understand the requirements you need to fulfil to work with children
• do and give your very best as a volunteer while on placement
• know what to expect when coming home and figure out what comes next.

The GLP is a wonderful life-changing experience that will allow you to make a positive impact on the world!