I don't have any skills. Each volunteer contributes what they can. If any expertise is needed for a project, the local community will provide these skills. A GCN team consists of 6-10 volunteers plus a trained team leader. Volunteers range in age from 5-85 and come from the U.S., Canada and beyond.
Applications are accepted until a team is full and are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
The team generally meets at the airport in the capital city of whichever country or state they are traveling to. For international destinations, an overnight is planned in the capital city to allow for differing arrival times. Upon signing up for a trip, volunteers receive an orientation manual with information on the country or state and the village, along with a reading list, packing list and other health and travel tips. On-site orientation and daily team meetings will continue the orientation process. Lodging varies by site.