Volunteering usually is thought to belong to the missionary worker or the student gap year. These two groups seem to have cornered the market, an exclusive club for the super pious or the young person taking a year off from studies. It is also thought that to volunteer you must also have six months or a year of free time to make the difference in Africa, Asia or South America.

If you do not fall into either of these categories but feel the need to volunteer for a short time then just do it! There is nothing to stop you. More and more people are recognizing the value of a career break from a week to as long as you want to volunteer. These breaks are not only possible but encouraged. You can make a difference and have a life changing experience is only a short time.

There are Volunteering specialists that arrange two week