Applicants must be at least 20 years old. Participants pay a fee for their room and board, and are expected to make their own travel arrangements. Global Volunteers Places individuals in 1-3 week service projects in 20 countries around the world. Participants pay a fee for their room and board, and are expected to make their own travel arrangements. Health Volunteers Overseas Places fully-trained health and medical professionals in 20 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America and the Caribbean.
Volunteers serve for an average of one month in a teaching and training capacity.
Applicants must be fluent in English. Volunteers pay their travel expenses to and from the developing country. Room and board may be provided, but may be paid for by volunteer, depending on the site chosen by the volunteer. Preparation program includes training in project skills and facilitation methods. The fee for this program covers the preparation, but participants are expected to make their own travel arrangements.