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THE Resource On All Things VolunTourism!
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If you are a returning visitor, you may want to review the latest newsletter, a recent webcast, or one of the new VolunTourism Trips added to our growing list.
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Most of us get a little out of breath walking up a long flight of stairs. Imagine riding a bicycle for more than 2000 miles (3300km) and stopping periodically to support home con-struction and repairs in local com-munities. The VolunTourists that sign up for a Bike & Build trip may burn some karma, but count on the fact that they are burning some serious calories as they "Ride With Purpose! >>> |
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The VolunTourist Newsletter
In this issue of our quarterly newsletter, the first feature asks VolunTourism entrepreneurs if it is possible for them to Harmonize their entrepreneurial spirit with stewardship.
The second feature article is directed toward the Media and better supporting them in understanding the breadth, depth, and sheer potential of VolunTourism. The Media delivers the majority of the information that ultimately reaches the eyes and ears of would-be VolunTourists. In an effort to assist freelance journalists and staff writers, we offer A Media Guide To VolunTourism.
In this issue's Columns, So You May Know discusses The Ritz Carlton, VolunTourism in British Columbia, and a possible Education Alliance in Gathering The Stakeholders. Wisdom & Insight reveals thoughts from Roslyn Parker regarding Living Your Sense Of Purpose Through VolunTourism. Kristen Sandstrom answers our 3Q's and discusses Small Destinations & VolunTourism. The Supply Chain explores Myanmar & Southeast Asian VolunTourism, while VT-Lines looks at The Confluence Of Terms. And, Dr. Nancy McGehee and David Clemmons introduce initial thoughts & reflections on the VolunTourist Survey in this issue's Study & Research article. Read More>>>
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Please join us on July 29, 2008 at 10AM EDT/7AM PDT (14:00 GMT) for our weekly 60-minute Webcast -
Founder/Director Series: Culinary Corps
Guests: Christine Carroll, Founder/ Director, Culinary Corps.
Discussion: In this sixth installment of the Founder/Director Series, I will speak with Christine Carroll, Founder & Director of Culinary Corps. What motivated Chris-tine to establish a VolunTourism Pro-gram? How does her VolunTourism Program impact Christine's various con-stituents - board members, community residents, partners, vendors, others? From a "global perspective," what does Christine perceive to be the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, of this type of travel? These questions and more will be addressed during this episode of The VolunTourist.
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6/28 - Voluntourism 2.0
6/12 - Helping In Rwanda Through Voluntourism
6/11 - Family Voluntourism Strengthens Bonds And Local Communities
7/1 - "Voluntourism" - The New Frontier Of [Tax Free] Nonprofit Travel Agencies
6/24 - Could Volunteer Tourism Be Part Of Your Stewardship Strategy?
6/16 - Voluntouring Scams |
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