The Volunteer Lounge
Private
97 members
Free
The Volunteer Lounge is a community for volunteers, returning volunteers, and retired professionals looking to volunteer their expertise.
Whether you're preparing for your first placement, stepping into international volunteering after retirement, navigating culture shock, managing homesickness, adapting to a new culture, or adjusting after returning home, you'll find practical resources and people who truly understand the journey.
Inside you'll find:
🌍 A supportive community of volunteers and experienced professionals
💬 Honest conversations about culture shock, reverse culture shock, and life abroad
🧠 Dedicated support and resources for neurodiverse volunteers
🎒 Practical advice for preparing, thriving abroad, and making the transition back home
Your Community Host 😁
Rosalien Rutten, social worker, coach, and international volunteer with 20+ years of experience supporting people through life transitions, volunteering, and cross-cultural experiences.
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Volunteer abroad with more confidence, resilience & impact. Support for volunteers & returnees throughout the entire journey.