About Program
Spend your days in Thailand working with a local orphanage and women's group in Khao Lak. This was one of the hardest hit areas in all of Thailand during the 2004 tsunami. Visit local community tourism initiatives and fair trade groups and learn how they are creatively combating human-trafficking and prostitution throughout the country.
Explore the markets, rest on the beach, learn how to cook Thai food, and go in search of majestic waterfalls via moped.
Increase your awareness of the issues of human-trafficking in Southeast Asia and visit with groups working to rehabilitate women and children rescued from the sex trade. Witness the training programs helping these individuals learn skills to earn their income in safer and more productive industries. Visit the floating markets and the scenic temples of Bangkok and view the lush wildlife in remote ecological reserves.
Consider your impact: Volunteering abroad can be a rewarding experience for both volunteers and local communities, and at Go Overseas, we believe all volunteers should have the resources to make informed decisions about the type of volunteer project they want to partake in. However, despite best intentions, some organizations offering placements in orphanages may unknowingly place children in danger. You can read about the potential dangers of orphanage volunteering here.
