Social work abroad
Are you fascinated by other cultures? Get involved as a volunteer social work abroad and expand your professional experiences on your world travels. We offer a variety of social volunteer projects worldwide that are looking for motivated helpers for their aid programs. Do social volunteer work abroad and gain practical experience on your travels.
Get involved as a social worker in a local community and support people in preserving their cultural traditions and contribute to improving local development! As a volunteer, there are many options available to you Volunteer activities abroad available to support the local population.
In the area of social work and development aid, you can, for example, teach at schools, work in daycare centers or advocate for people with disabilities in specialized facilities. There is also the possibility of being actively involved in helping refugees. Would you rather work with children? Use your childcare skills to make a positive difference. Seniors also need support - take part in care projects for older people during your volunteering abroad.
Volunteer area for social work abroad
Popular projects
Costa Rica | childcare
from 4 - 26 weeks
from 17 years
Chile | childcare
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Bali & Indonesia | Teach
from 4 - 16
from 18 years
Thailand | Teach
from 4 - 12
from 18 years
Viet Nam | childcare
from 4 - 26 weeks
from 18 years
Greece | childcare
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 16 years
Romania | Teach
from 4 - 44 weeks
from 16 years
South Africa | childcare
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 16 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | Teach
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Social work projects abroad: Your path to international volunteering
Social work abroad offers social workers unique opportunities to apply their skills in an international context, learn new perspectives and practices, and contribute to improving the well-being of people in different cultural and social environments.
Social volunteer work abroad opens up a variety of opportunities to promote personal and professional development and make a valuable contribution to the global community. However, it also requires careful preparation, an openness to new experiences, and a strong commitment to the core values of social work.
Recognition year abroad: A springboard for professional and personal development
The Year of recognition, also known as a professional recognition year or practical year, is an important part of training in social professions in some countries, such as Germany. It serves to apply theoretically learned knowledge in practice, to deepen professional skills and to consolidate one's professional identity as a social worker or social educator. Completing a recognition year abroad can significantly enrich your professional and personal development.
A recognition year abroad can be a unique opportunity to gain professional experience that goes far beyond what would be possible in your home country. However, it requires careful planning and preparation to ensure that this experience is both professionally and personally enriching.
Teaching
Are you in one? Study of social pedagogy, education, Social work or a similar field? Then an internship abroad could be just right for you. In one Internship abroad, be it during your teacher training course or as preparation for it, you will gain valuable insights into foreign education systems and take an active part in the classroom. Use this opportunity to develop essential skills - learn how to teach efficiently even in large classrooms with limited teaching materials!
In certain locations, for example, you can help in a primary school or preschool and thus make a contribution to development aid. This is perfect for people who enjoy educational activities and working with people. Would you like to experience what it's like to be on the other side of the classroom and teach yourself? Then support the local teachers at a school abroad or do your school or teaching internship at a state school abroad.
The social work with needy street children can strengthen your empathy, patience and interpersonal skills during a stay abroad. Such projects or jobs abroad provide valuable practical experience abroad in the social sector, which can be useful for future professional endeavors, particularly in the fields of social work, education and psychology.
After observing a few lessons at the beginning, you will have the opportunity to design lessons independently and bring your creative concepts into volunteer work. Learning games and projects in particular offer a refreshing alternative to traditional classroom teaching!
Children's programme
You enjoy it work with children and would you like to help ensure that they receive the best possible care and support? Then Volunteering at one of our locations in the area Children's programme definitely the right thing for you! The range of our aid projects covers a wide range of educational institutions. For example, as a volunteer at childcare centers in countries such as Romania, Chile and Sri Lanka, you can promote the social and emotional development of children and introduce them to educational content in a playful way. There are different countries to choose from for childcare.
No matter whether you work in a kindergarten, a day care center, a street children's project or afternoon care - your support in the supervision, education and leisure activities of the little ones is welcome everywhere!
By taking on childcare as a volunteer abroad job, you actively support children's development and well-being through educational programs, play and daily care. Those interested should choose reputable organizations for their stay abroad that offer sustainable and ethical volunteer programs that respect and support the needs of the local community.
As of May 2016, RGV no longer accepts new registrations for Volunteer programs in children's and orphanages. As a result, we no longer offer project assignments in social facilities where children live or sleep separately from their families. RGV's primary aim is to ensure the protection of children. Many organizations require background checks to ensure the safety of their protégés.
Senior Care & Nursing
Would you rather get involved with older generations than with children? Then get in the field of senior care active! Support the team of a retirement home with everyday tasks and make sure that the residents stay physically and mentally fit.
There are few things more valuable than the privilege of listening to someone share their own life story. Seniors report on times that we only know through films or books and offer a unique view of bygone eras. Imagine meeting someone who personally experienced historic moments that changed the world.
But some elders have no one to share their legacy with and struggle to keep their stories alive. In some cases, the community simply was not equipped to adequately care for its older members. During a stay abroad, bring a breath of fresh air into the institution through your voluntary, social work, give people new joy in life and benefit from the social exchange yourself.
Working with people with disabilities
Visualize a society where there is already a lack of resources, a strong stigma exists against individuals who encounter difficulties in everyday tasks, and access to even basic medical and educational technologies is difficult. These conditions represent just some of the difficulties faced by people with disabilities in developing countries around the world.
Short- or long-term assignments in volunteer programs or internships enable you to gain practical experience while making a positive contribution. A Studying social work or social pedagogy prepares people to support and advise people in various life situations, including working with people with disabilities.
Our facilities that People with disabilities support, are also pleased about the active commitment of volunteers. The tasks mostly concern the general care and leisure activities of those being cared for. However, you can also work in the medical/therapeutic area to some extent - but for this you usually need previous experience.
refugee aid
The need to volunteer for refugees in aid projects worldwide is greater today than ever before. The UN High Commission for Refugees reports that approximately 1% of the global population is currently displaced, with more than 108 million people forcibly displaced. You have the possibility, to help refugees and to work as a volunteer. Within this framework, you can focus specifically on promoting integration to make it easier for newcomers to transition into their new environment. Possible areas of responsibility include language teaching or administrative work.
By participating in aid projects, you can help those who have arrived feel welcome in their new home!
Discover the world through social work
Are you drawn to social issues and have a natural sensitivity to the needs of others? Are you excited about cultural diversity and are you looking for an experience that enriches your life? Getting involved in the social sector abroad can not only expand your social skills, but also offers you the opportunity to get to know different lifestyles intensively.
Internship in social work abroad
Finding paid social work abroad depends on various factors, including the type of organization, location and specific role. Social initiatives worldwide rely on the support of committed volunteers, helpers and donations. Therefore, you should during one social internship Do not expect high financial compensation, but rather the opportunity to gain valuable experience, experience personal development and make a significant contribution to the well-being of society.
Many organizations that Volunteer services provide scholarships for assignments abroad. It’s crucial to look into these types of scholarship options early on. In general, students have the choice German Academic Foreign Service (DAAD) to apply for a scholarship and can also take advantage of BaföG abroad. RGV also offers periodically Foreign scholarships
International internships in Africa: From psychology to medicine and teaching
- The internship in Psychology in Ghana can be completed depending on your interests and the focus of your studies in fields such as developmental psychology, social psychology or personality psychology. You will accompany the experts, get to know their methods and take on tasks that match your previous knowledge.
- Do yours Internship abroad in Tanzania, work with the medical team and gain insights into local obstetric care. This internship offers you the opportunity to deepen your medical knowledge and develop intercultural skills. Seize this excellent opportunity!
- Watch doctors at work all in one Hospital in Zanzibar. Even without previous experience, you have the option of doing an orientation or nursing internship that serves as preparation for studying medicine.
- In South Africa you have the opportunity to... Internship for teaching either in the preschool/primary school area or at a secondary school. Your commitment allows you to use your skills and give children from low-income families access to education.
Study social work
Unemployment, poverty, homelessness and addiction problems represent major challenges. People affected by these problems often find themselves on the margins of society, unable to improve their situation without outside help. This is where social workers come into play to provide support.
Study social work and volunteer in one social project abroadto gain valuable professional experience while traveling around the world. With us you will discover a variety of social projects for volunteer work around the world that are looking for committed volunteers for their social services.
A degree in a relevant field such as social work or psychology can significantly expand your skills and understanding of working on social projects, and although previous professional experience is helpful in most projects and allows you to take on diverse and specialized tasks, they are usually not absolutely necessary.
International representation for social workers in Germany
The DBSH is a recognized organization and advocacy group for social workers in Germany, both nationally and internationally. The association actively supports the professional policy interests of its members. Through cooperation with international organizations, including the integration of foreign experience, the FSW to realize common goals and to increase the importance of social work in global development and in dealing with international challenges.
Finding paid social work abroad depends on various factors, including the type of organization, location and specific role, where experience abroad can play a key role.
