Being a ‘Farang’ in Thailand
When leaving you really feel like you have helped both the children and the school to gain skills and experiences that they never would have had to opportunity to enjoy without your help, as well as...
View ArticleKamau & Anna
Kamau always sat at the back of the class. He was taller than the others and never took part in class discussions.
View ArticleMolly in Tanzania
It was with a swirling mixture of excitement and sadness that we boarded the Kenya Airways flight back to Heathrow but we all concluded that the slog of work had been totally worth it. We had made life...
View Article“An experience like no other”
We'd spent our three months teaching English to various classes now and actually we'd only just got back from three weeks backpacking around the country.
View ArticleCompelling and unforgettable Nepal
From our introductory moments until our final farewells a day in Nepal never ceased to amaze or touch me.
View ArticleA day in the life of an AV Volunteer in Nepal
Two mile walk to school surrounded by the children from the school curious as ‘to who we were and where we came from' and two miles of incredible mountain views that we never tired of.
View ArticleUnexpected gap year
Overall my three months in India were unforgettable, just so different and better than what I expected.
View ArticleFreedom & independence
The Ugandans you meet will change you. They will show you love and wisdom. The things you discover about yourself in Uganda will stay with you forever.
View ArticleStudents share their stories on life-changing trip
“The children try their hardest to learn your name and will not let go of your hand; it genuinely feels like this tiny child has been your sibling all this time and is learning just from following your...
View ArticleAn AV perspective on gap year ‘voluntourism’
How do you know when you are making a real difference? Recent AV Celia shares her thoughts on gap year voluntourism.
View ArticleNot All Gap Years Are Made Equal
The Gap Year Controversy: Let's challenge the way it is used, not the concept itself.
View ArticleHarvard recommends a gap year
With Malia Obama taking a gap year before taking up her studies at the world’s leading university, it's time for other universities to get on board with the concept. The post Harvard recommends a gap...
View ArticleEmpowering students with language skills
Our AVs teach basic English language through lessons, games, songs and art activities. The post Empowering students with language skills appeared first on Africa & Asia Venture (AV).
View ArticleExam results and the unplanned gap year
While summer feels like it should be the time to relax, forget about studies and enjoy time with friends, that isn’t the reality for students who have spent the past few weeks nervously awaiting their...
View ArticleStriking the balance – from snow to sunshine
Whether skiing, snowboarding, working in a chalet, instructing or simply enjoying the apres ski, there is no doubt that snow season offer the opportunity to socialize, make friends and indulge. So,...
View ArticleAre you ready to change your life?
There are so many reasons to take a gap year or spend five weeks in another country over the summer. We could talk about the benefits all day but we think it’s better to hear from those who carved out...
View ArticleCompelling and unforgettable Nepal
From our introductory moments until our final farewells a day in Nepal never ceased to amaze or touch me. The post Compelling and unforgettable Nepal appeared first on Africa & Asia Venture (AV).
View ArticleA day in the life of an AV Volunteer in Nepal
Two mile walk to school surrounded by the children from the school curious as ‘to who we were and where we came from' and two miles of incredible mountain views that we never tired of. The post A day...
View Article“An experience like no other”
We'd spent our three months teaching English to various classes now and actually we'd only just got back from three weeks backpacking around the country. The post “An experience like no other” appeared...
View Article“An experience like no other”
We'd spent our three months teaching English to various classes now and actually we'd only just got back from three weeks backpacking around the country. The post “An experience like no other” appeared...
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