Apply now

Volunteer abroad with VSO

Volunteer AbroadVSO is the world's largest independent non-governmental network of grassroots workers.

With its headquarters in London, VSO facilitates volunteering opportunities abroad for adults aged 18-75 in a wide variety of roles and in more than 40 countries.

VSO sends more than 450 people to volunteer abroad each year to contribute to development efforts targeted at AIDS and HIV projects, people with disabilities, economic development, education, health care and participation in government.

VSO programmes are developed in collaboration with local community groups to ensure their sustainability and long-term viability.

Why not apply to become a VSO volunteer today?

Apply now

Interested in volunteering? Register your interest in volunteering now.

Donate now

Help us fight global poverty

Your gift will go a long way. You’ll be helping to send skilled professionals to share their knowledge and experience with people living in poverty. This knowledge and experience changes their lives, brings hope and provides lasting solutions to poverty and disadvantage.


VSO UK