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Volunteer abroad in the Philippines with International Volunteer HQ

Volunteer in the Philippines

Discover International Volunteer HQ’s incredible Philippines volunteer abroad program. Choose from a wide range of trusted Philippines volunteer projects, including Teaching, Childcare, Construction and Renovation, Healthcare, and Environmental Conservation. Volunteer work in the Philippines is located in Palawan, an archipelagic province. With affordable Program Fees and top rated volunteer projects trusted by over 147,000 travelers, IVHQ is the best volunteer organization in the Philippines.

Highlights:

5 meaningful project options available year-round
Program Fees from CA$590 for 1 week
Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
Accommodation in dormitory-style accommodation in Palawan
Explore authentic Filipino culture with an optional Introduction Week add-on

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Key information
              
Fully hosted experience from CA$590

Volunteer from 1 - 24 weeks

Ages 16+ and families

Based in the province of Palawan

Projects align with UN Sustainable Development Goals

Impact driven projects run by locals

B Corporation certified organization

Explore stunning beaches & islands

Volunteer opportunities in the Philippines

Childcare in Palawan

Volunteer on the Childcare project in the Philippines with IVHQ

Increases access to education

4-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from CA$590

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in kindergartens in Palawan
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Volunteer in kindergartens, with a focus on teaching 3-5 year olds English, math, science and arts and crafts lessons.

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Construction and Renovation in Palawan

Volunteer on the Construction and Renovation project in the Philippines with IVHQ

Supports community development

4 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from CA$666

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based at schools and medical centers
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to beautify and maintain community services such as medical centers, daycares and schools around Palawan. Volunteer under the supervision of local staff, across a number of building projects that need assistance.

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Environmental Conservation in Palawan

Volunteer on the Environmental project in the Philippines with IVHQ

Conserves the environment

4-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from CA$590

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based on Palawan
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Help to preserve and conserve the stunning natural environment around Palawan, with a focus on replanting important mangroves. Run education classes in the local community and also assist with clean up work around beaches.

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Healthcare in Palawan

Volunteer on the Healthcare project in the Philippines with IVHQ

Improves health & wellbeing

Up to 5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from CA$590

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in community care facilities in Palawan
Volunteers aged 16+

Contribute to the improvement of healthcare in Aborlan by educating the local community on essential healthcare topics and by assisting at an underresourced Rural Health Clinic.

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Teaching in Palawan

Volunteer on the Teaching project in the Philippines with IVHQ

Increases access to education

3-5 hours volunteering per day

Program Fees from CA$590

Duration: 1 - 24 weeks
Programs start every Monday
Based in schools on Palawan
Volunteers aged 16+ and families

Teach lessons in English and other subjects in primary and secondary schools. Get the experience of leading a classroom, with the comfort of supervision from a local teacher.

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What recent volunteers said about their IVHQ experience

Ashley Gurung

As this is my first time solo-travelling let alone volunteering internationally, my parents and I had doubts, but as reading the program guides thoroughly and with the support from the program manager, everything was settled with no problems that occurred throughout the booking process. I would recommend everyone to the Philippines. not only would this experience be beneficial for you as a person, but also a chance for you to immense yourself into the new culture, make new friends and step outside your comfort zone!

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Jose Toro

I gained confidence with my self, I improved my communication skills and I would say i grew as a person during my experience abroad. If I could advice someone who is hesitant about joining this program is that it will be an amazing experience and the he/she should join.

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Joan Langbayan

It opened my awareness about the importance of volunteering. I used to think that volunteering is mainly for myself only. It is to gain experience for self development related to career or professional goals. My volunteer experience in Tigman Village made me realize that I was wrong. It’s more on giving impact to the community. It’s about helping others improve their health awareness. It’s all about gaining the joy of helping!
To those who are hesitant to do volunteering, you are not alone, I was hesitant in the beginning but I looked wider and I saw there is absolutely something there that is more than what imagined.

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Salvador Madussi Alladio

Thanks to volunteering in the childcare program within the Philippines, I have grown as a person and further strengthen my relationship with my partner, who also accompanied me. I learnt the culture and the ways of the people. Teaching children gave me a brighter idea of what to do of my future. Honestly, this has been an experienced that I will never forget and I am truly grateful that I got do it. Hopefully again!!!

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