Community and social work abroad: what is it, why should you do it, and where is the best place to go?

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 Community and social work abroad: what is it, why should you do it, and where is the best place to go?

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What is community work or social work?

  • Social work and community work are often used interchangeably. In English, people often simply refer to 'social work' or 'community work'.
  • In social work abroad, you help other people with one or more aspects of life that they could use help with. For example, think of projects on loneliness, (financial) self-reliance, language skills, hygiene, preventive care or exercise/sports.
  • You can also consider your commitment to an organization that focuses on certain social themes as social work. For example, think of helping in a museum or other cultural institution.
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Why would you do social work abroad?

  • Your involvement with others can take on a new dimension by helping abroad. You will experience a deeper layer in the culture and the specific challenges that people deal with.
  • By sharing your experiences in and with other cultures, you not only strengthen your own capacities, but you can also help with the transfer of knowledge.
  • By working abroad, you often encounter new sides of yourself and give those sides the opportunity to develop.
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What are the core competencies you need, or can strengthen, for social work abroad?

  • Adaptability
  • Involvement
  • Empathy
  • Flexibility
  • Collaboration
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Where is the best place to work for in community and social work?

  • Bonaire
  • Curacao
  • Brazil
  • Philippines
  • Ghana
  • Guatemala
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Madagascar
  • Nepal
  • Vietnam
  • South Africa
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