Why Care & Community in Thailand?

Thailand is one of the most visited destinations in the world and this is only to be expected, given its feast of attractions. The golden temples, idyllic beaches and fantastically diverse cuisine are just a few of these attractions. Having never been colonised by the West, Thailand has been able to maintain its rich culture, and its deep Buddhist faith. The people of Thailand are renowned for their friendliness and are always keen to practice their English with you be it on the bus, at the market, or in school.

Volunteering in Thailand

In Thailand volunteers work in a wide variety of care placements. The aim of all the placements is for the volunteer to interact with the children as much as possible, giving them a level of care and attention that will have a positive impact on their lives. Volunteers work in a range of orphanages helping with babies and young children. They also work with people with physical or mental disabilities such as in AIDS hospices and schools for the handicapped.

Why Volunteer in a Care & Community Placement?

Voluntary care work is extremely beneficial to all those involved, whether it is in a developed or a developing country. Throughout the world, there are vast numbers of children who are orphaned or neglected, and in need of love, care and affection. These are things which you do not need to be trained or qualified to give. The only qualities that the volunteer needs to possess are a care for fellow human beings and a desire to improve the lives of those with domestic or physical circumstances less fortunate than their own.

People are often unaware of the impact they can have on another person's life, with even the smallest gesture. Spending as little as one month working in an orphanage, a volunteer can have a hugely significant and positive impact on the lives of underprivileged children.

While the input of the volunteer is beneficial to the placement, in turn the placement proves beneficial to the volunteer. Volunteers are in a privileged position to be able to work in an environment culturally different from their own, where they can have unique experiences and develop a greater understanding of how other groups of people think and live. They go home with more self-confidence and a greater knowledge of the world.