[ID:8886] If you’re spending your money and valuable time going abroad, you’re likely doing so with good intentions.

You have done your due diligence, conducted in-depth research into opportunities, asked the right questions and chosen an option that meets your goals and aligns with your personal values. These issues are particularly relevant when choosing a volunteer placement. But be aware that choosing an ethical placement does not automatically make you an ethical traveler.

Whether you’re volunteering with vulnerable populations in a remote village in the Andes, or interning in a large urban center like Bangkok, you will likely find yourself in situations that have ethical implications...