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Apply for Your Place Now! A range of opportunities in orphanages, schools, and community outreach projects such as jewellery making, recycling, animal refuge, and a disabled centre, based in the small mountain village of Boquete.

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Region: Americas  
Country: Panama  flag
Type: Environmental, Teaching, Children, Community Development,  
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Hi, I'm Lea, the coordinator for this project.
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Volunteer Feedback from Panama

Its heart warming to say the least. It is an easy community to become involved with, and they are incredibly appreciative of anything you do. I wanted to go somewhere to make a difference, and here I feel as though I am doing that. To be honest, since this is my first time volunteering I had no idea what to expect, but I chose this placement because of the region, and the opportunity to learn a little Spanish. I expected to be here for three months, so far I have been here for just over four. - Vicki

People can spend a lifetime searching for their passion and a sense of purpose. I am thankful for the GVN Panama Volunteer Coordinators, two people who have found their passion and dedicate their being to service for others. Through them I have realized that I can make an impact. Boquete was my first true service experience, and thanks to Kaytee & Oscar, I will continue to pursue this newfound passion! - Kristian

In the short week I was there, I fell in love with Boquete, the kids, and I enjoyed all the volunteers I met, and of course Kaytee & Oscar. I've never felt more inspired and encouraged in my life. I am already planning my trip back for Spring Break, I can not wait! Katyee and Oscar make you feel so special, welcomed, and a part of their family. It's truly amazing! - Kelsey

The 4 weeks I spent in Boquete were life changing. The experience was more incredible then I could have ever imagined. I left a part of my heart in Boquete. I have been home less then two weeks and I am already planning my trip back. What Kaytee & Oscar have established [...] is inspirational! - Lauren

Such a great organization!!! This was the best volunteer experience of my life. GVN's partner organisation is doing such great things for the community. I think that everyone should be given the same opportunity that I had because it was life-changing. Keep up the good work! - Meg

Kaytee & Oscar are such good people! I am so happy I was able to be apart of this organization, and see & particatipate in what they are doing in Boquete. After 3 months in Panama, I was 100% sure that I will continue volunteering in the future thanks to [them]. I can gladly say I started in Boquete with them. Without a doubt life changing. Thanks!! - Dan

I had an amazing experience in Panama. I chose to volunteer so I could get to know the Panamanians and their culture as more than just a tourist. I liked this program because of the amount of  different projects i could get involved in. The Panamanians where very friendly and welcoming. I was involved in teaching English, volunteering at a teen centre and an orphanage. It was a great experince, volunteering in Panama. I met some amazing people who will be friends for life! - Courtney

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