Volunteer blogs

Want to know firsthand what it's like to volunteer with VSO? Why not read the blogs of some of our current volunteers. They provide a unique insight to the life and experiences of a VSO volunteer. To read the blogs, click on the volunteer name or select a country, skill or goal area from the drop-down list below.

VSO is not responsible for the content of the blogs. The opinions expressed in the blogs do not necessarily reflect the view of VSO. 

Jagdamba Camp slum (India)













  • Jen Ryan

  • India
  • Participation and governance









































































  • Ian Smith

  • Uganda
  • Participation and governance







  • Alex Mayers

  • The Philippines
  • Participation and governance








  • Tim Myles

  • India
  • Participation and governance












































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