Learning Service @Learnser
Providing information and resources to help volunteer travelers make effective and responsible choices. learningservice.info Joined February 2013-
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"That really provokes a sense of humility, and the sense that there is a huge amount to learn,” Bennett says. Great shout out from @sarika008 and @newhumanitarian. thenewhumanitarian.org/2021/06/14/tra…
#globaldev practitioners in the Global South! We are looking for testimonials/experiences in white saviourism for a book co-edited with my colleagues @MaikaSondarjee and @KanaDixon. Please circulate to your local networks esp in Latin America, South Asia, MENA and Asia-Pacific.
NEW BLOG POST! Learn about the origins of the #TravelReset Movement. "Even though this sudden pause in the travel industry has been challenging in many ways, I’m extremely grateful for this time to rethink and reshape what the future of travel looks like." learningservice.info/resetting-expe…
Followers of Learning Service, here is a FREE chance to hear from Claire, co-founder/co-author of Learning Service & one of the leaders of the Travel Reset Movement. This Sunday, 7th February, 11am EDT. Register for the call here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… Join us the discussion!
Many of you will be familiar with Sushil Babu Chhetri and his incredible life story from reading about it on the Learning Service blog. Here you can listen to a great candid interview with him, courtesy of the Alto podcast!
Many of you will be familiar with Sushil Babu Chhetri and his incredible life story from reading about it on the Learning Service blog. Here you can listen to a great candid interview with him, courtesy of the Alto podcast!
Join us for a #TravelReset discussion this Sunday focusing on SLOW TRAVEL. How can we practice slow travel in a post-pandemic world? How can we make slow travel the new travel norm? Register HERE: us02web.zoom.us/.../tZYuf... Can’t wait to have this conversation!
"Also, get yourself a copy of “The Essential Guide to Volunteer Travel” by Learning Service. The insights will help you ensure your efforts aren’t inadvertently causing harm to the people and communities you’re intending to help." cambodianchildrenstrust.org/volunteer-in-c… Thanks @CCTcambodia!
Come and join us for this week's conversation around sustainable travel and share your tips, concerns and ideas! Our next call is this Sunday, January 24th at: 8am - PST 11am - EST 4pm - GMT 9.30pm - IST If you haven't registered yet, head here: us02web.zoom.us/.../tZYuf...
NEW BLOG POST!! "We wanted to contribute in the best way we could, but soon after we got there we saw how our help wasn’t needed at all. The locals were more than capable of running the projects, all they needed were the tools and funds to make it happen. learningservice.info/experiential-e…
""Everyone knows about COVID but nobody makes it the main topic of conversation. Instead, we are enjoying every single moment.” She is pictured mask-less alongside community members and young children." healthydebate.ca/2021/01/topic/…
Our #TravelReset discussions are continuing THIS SUNDAY 17th - register your interest here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist… We will be asking this question: Has the pandemic exacerbated inequality in the travel sector? We'd love to have you as part of the conversation!
NEW BLOG POST! "Often, we see that volunteers address a problem that never existed in the first place, and spend their energy on issues and people that do not require their help." Thanks @TribesforGood! learningservice.info/volunteering-a…
The #TravelReset movement launches this week with our first online travel conversation on SUNDAY 10TH JAN. Open to travelers, travel professions and travel influencers. How do YOU feel about the future of travel? All are welcome. Register HERE: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…
The pandemic has created a Travel Reset. Travel can be environmentally, economically and culturally destructive. NOW IS THE TIME TO RETHINK! Join us for a series of online conversations. Our first discussion will be Sunday 10th Jan. REGISTER HERE: bit.ly/2LcluLk
See our featured article in the latest issue of @Globerove Magazine! yumpu.com/en/document/re…
NEW BLOG POST! "By choosing to slow down, you’re also choosing to be more sustainable and have a positive impact on the environment." learningservice.info/slow-travel-th…
NEW BLOG POST! "It is important for us to examine our privilege and approach travel opportunities with a sense of gratitude. Many people across the world are experiencing mental health issues, but only some of us are able to travel during this time." learningservice.info/mental-health-…
GREAT NEW BLOG POST! "Ethical dilemmas in travel have always existed, but the pandemic has brought them to a new light. Moving forward, we must all be open to learning as we explore the most ethical ways to travel." learningservice.info/ethical-travel…
"The 50% drop in passenger numbers in 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic should be an opportunity to make the aviation industry fairer and more sustainable." #TravelReset theguardian.com/business/2020/…
Learning Service Author Claire talks about all things voluntourism on this episode of What in the World podcast! patacapu.com/claire-bennett/

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