The Top 5 Big Cat Conservation Volunteer Projects in the World
Ellie Harkness looks into the ethical issues surrounding volunteering with big cats around the world, and a list of our top 5 big cat conservation projects!
November 22nd 2025
Wildlife conservation and community volunteer projects and internships worldwide
Blog : World Trends
Ethical Wildlife Volunteering: How to Volunteer Abroad Responsibly
The interest in volunteering with animals abroad has never been stronger. We see how passionate people are about conserving elephants in Thailand, rescuing turtles in Costa Rica, and rehabilitating wildlife in South Africa. Opportunities to volunteer with animals can be life-changing for the animals and the people involved. However, not all wildlife volunteering is ethical. […]
June 2nd 2025
The 2025 Climate Calendar
Last year was the first full year to see 1.5°C of global warming above pre-industrial levels. The path to a more sustainable world is clear, the only thing that remains is action. 2025 could be an important year for climate action if the necessary agreements are made. Here is an overview of some of the […]
January 23rd 2025
A Guide to COP29: What Should It Achieve?
June marked the 12th month of global temperatures reaching 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This summer was also the hottest on record globally and for Europe and has led to more extreme weather events. Scientists have found that Typhoon Gaemi – which hit South East Asia in late July with winds reaching 145 mph affecting millions […]
October 31st 2024
Climate Tipping Points: Passing the Point of No Return
While climate records are being broken every year, the impacts of climate change are only just beginning. July saw an atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration of 426 ppm – over 50% higher than pre-industrial levels. This is the direct result of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, and this persistent warming is driving the climate towards new states. […]
September 30th 2024
Where to Volunteer While Travelling in Australasia
Taking the first big leap into a new journey is an experience imbued with both excitement and uncertainty. For those travelling to Australia or New Zealand, whether for a gap year or an indefinite period, this blog explores the benefits of volunteering as a means of acclimating to a new environment. Through volunteer work, one […]
September 1st 2024
On the Right Track: Community Spirit and Running
When we talk about runners, it’s easy to think about competitive races or solitary joggers getting their 5 am morning run in before work. But when we look deeper, there’s a host of accessible events and organised fun runs that bring people together and build strong, vibrant communities. Running creates connections that extend far beyond […]
August 18th 2024
Can IVF Save the Northern White Rhino?
It’s no secret that the future of rhinos is pessimistic. Three of the five remaining rhino sub-species are endangered (the Sumatran, Javan and black rhino), one is classed as vulnerable (the greater one-horned rhino) and one is near threatened (the white rhino, with northern and southern sub-species). The northern white rhino is extinct in the […]
August 2nd 2024
What Does Biodiversity Mean to Us?
One of the biggest environmental challenges of our time is the global decline of biodiversity. But what does the word biodiversity actually represent, and why have the United Nations declared an International Day for it? In this blog, WorkingAbroad breaks down the meaning and importance of biodiversity, and proudly presents just a few examples of […]
May 21st 2024