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For the last four years, International Volunteer HQ has been named the Top Volunteer Abroad Provider by Go Overseas for having the highest volume of five-star reviews among 13,000 providers. This prestigious award makes us the most popular and trusted volunteer abroad organization!

Read 6,081 verified IVHQ reviews from previous volunteers, or take a look at the thousands of reviews submitted on independent third party sites like TrustPilot, GoOverseas and Go Abroad.

1700+ IVHQ reviews from GoOverseas.com rated 4.9 out of 5
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Which Conservation Volunteer Project Should You Join with IVHQ?

QUIZ: Which Conservation Volunteer Project Should You Join?

Interested in joining a conservation volunteer project abroad, but not sure where to start?

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Best Hidden Travel Gems with IVHQ

IVHQ’s Best Hidden Volunteer Travel Gems

If you’re looking for adventures that go beyond the bucket list and away from the typical tourist hotspots, this Hidden Travel ...

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Medical Mission Trips with IVHQ

Best Medical Mission Trips

Top medical mission trips with IVHQ for medical professionals, dentists, college students and pre-med students in hospitals and...

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