{"product_id":"learning-service-the-essential-guide-to-volunteering-abroad","title":"Learning Service: The Essential Guide to Volunteering Abroad (book)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eWant to help? \u003cbr\u003eThis book might not be for you.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eEvery year, millions of travelers head abroad in search of meaningful ways to give back. But what if the desire to “help” isn’t enough—and can sometimes do more harm than good?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"632\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eLearning Service\u003c\/em\u003e challenges the traditional model of volunteer travel and offers a more thoughtful, impactful approach. Instead of leading with action, this book encourages travelers to begin with humility—listening, learning, and building genuine relationships with host communities before trying to make a difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003ePart critique, part guide, this book explores the hidden pitfalls of voluntourism while providing practical tools to turn good intentions into meaningful outcomes. Whether you’re preparing for your first trip, already abroad, or reflecting on your experience after returning home, \u003cem data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"933\"\u003eLearning Service\u003c\/em\u003e will reshape how you think about service, impact, and your place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aeq54f\" data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eStudents and educators in international programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14z6uwf\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eFirst-time and experienced volunteer travelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1thxcqf\" data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003eAnyone seeking more ethical, responsible ways to engage globally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s):\u003c\/b\u003e Claire Bennett, Joseph Collins, Zahara Heckscher, Daniela Papi-Thornton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Press Ltd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e SOCIAL SCIENCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNumber Of Pages:\u003c\/b\u003e 368\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Press Ltd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/b\u003e 04-09-2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEAN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781912157068\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.9 x 6.0 x 1.2 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Red Press Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30433326530660,"sku":"1912157063","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/5766\/5636\/files\/Book-01.jpg?v=1775756430","url":"https:\/\/where-there-be-dragons.myshopify.com\/products\/learning-service-the-essential-guide-to-volunteering-abroad","provider":"Wear There Be Dragons Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}