Cross-Cultural Solutions works with many underserved communities across the world that are trying to develop and progress with the ever-changing global, and local economy. These communities may lack the resources—social, educational, or other—to be fully proactive on the daily challenges they face. International volunteers can help to empower both local community organizations and individuals with the tools they need to be self-sustainable, successful, and knowledgeable in their future endeavors.
Whether working with at-risk teens, young adults looking to join the workforce, or women striving to earn income for their families, you can help by sharing your time, energy, and experience.
Find out more about our community development placements by clicking on the links below:
The Ongoing Effect of Volunteers’ Efforts in Community Development
Community development does not happen overnight, or in a few weeks—it’s something that progresses slowly over time and never has an end point. CCS provides a steady stream of volunteers to these communities to fulfill their immediate needs year after year, and for that reason, you will be able to make a sustainable, ongoing effect on a community’s development efforts, even though you may only spend a short time in-country.
Quotes about the Impact of Volunteers from our Partner Programs in Community Development
Women’s Group, Morocco
“The contact between the volunteers and the people served by our association (adults and kids) helped in the mutual sharing of the experience and ideas as well as learning about the other culture.”
Women’s Shelter, South Africa
“The children love the volunteers! They grow closer to them day by day. They change their attitude when a volunteer is around because of the warmth and love they have.”
