[ID:7771] Volunteering abroad is one of the most fantastic and fulfilling international adventures you can have. Many volunteers travel to destinations that are vastly different from their home countries. This is eye-opening and life-enhancing, but can also be challenging. Pre-departure preparation is a key part of the volunteering process. If your school offers any pre-departure training or resources, be sure to take advantage of them. In addition, we have compiled a selection of the most important MyWorldAbroad articles and resources in order to give you a strong starting point.

Make sure you start planning well in advance of your application deadline and departure date. Leaving yourself time to iron out the details can make the difference between a smooth transition to life abroad, and a mad rush to get things in order.

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