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Volunteering
Whether you know the experience you want or are just looking for ways to get involved internationally, we can help you find the right opportunity to volunteer abroad.
Explore the volunteering abroad opportunities available such as:
- Concord College of Sino Canada (CCSC) Summer Leadership Experience in China
- HerStart International Fellowship - Youth Challenge International
- My World Abroad
To help you find the organization or experience that is best for you, the Career Centre has also compiled a list of international volunteering resources and tips.
Concord College of Sino Canada (CCSC) Summer Leadership Experience in China
Embark on a Summer Leadership Experience in China in 2026!
Hear all aboout the program in 2026 by listening to this recorded information session (recorded on January 27th, 2026):
https://wilfrid-laurier.zoom.us/rec/share/B-raxbx3yxiz_ClDZMBIf7j4DJMwx5Tl-a9wFMp04Uhxh-yIi8Q6rauYsGjJwl7B.YVQayZJU5694H4bY
Passcode: z^nXD6=m
Apply by the deadline of February 8th, 2026.
More details about this volunteer experience:
- Travel in teams to various cities in China.
- Spend each week at a different school of the Concord College of Sino Canada (CCSC) running leadership workshops for students.
- Lead evening programming such as sports nights, movie nights and dance contests.
- Build your intercultural learning, leverage your education in an international setting and represent Laurier as a global leader.
As a student leader, you will be working to develop young leaders in China who want to pursue a university degree in Canada. Through the classroom activities, you will:
- Foster the development of leadership and teamwork skills.
- Provide a deeper understanding of Canadian culture.
- Assist in the development of English-language and presentation skills.
For more information, please contact globalengagement@wlu.ca.
HerStart International Fellowship - Youth Challenge International
Youth Challenge International’s (YCI) HerStart Innovate the Future program aims to provide 10,000 women and local partner organizations in Ghana, Tanzania and Uganda with access to social entrepreneurship training and networks to successfully launch or grow their businesses. To achieve this, the HerStart program leverages the passion and skills of Canadian volunteers through the International Fellowship program.
HerStart International Fellows complete 3-month placements that meaningfully contribute to the goals of HerStart, while gaining hands-on professional international experience, expanding their global networks, and collaborating with our impact-driven teams in Ghana, Tanzania, and Uganda!
Read about Laurier student Ljiljana's experience as a HerStart fellow!
3-month Fellowship opportunities include:
- Program & Partnerships Fellow
- Communications & Marketing Fellow
- Research & Learning Fellow
- Social Entrepreneurship Fellow
A focus on Gender Equality, Climate Action, Social Innovation or Human Rights may be integrated into the above positions depending on the needs of the project and your skills/interests.
HerStart International Fellows receive a holistic benefits package including pre-departure training, post-placement support, round-trip airfare, visas, health insurance, a monthly living stipend and much more. This program is funded by the Government of Canada.
Want to learn more about HerStart International Fellowships? Meet our Fellows and watch videos highlighting their experience here!
Important Dates: (positions offered on a rolling basis – apply early!)
- February 2nd: Deadline to apply for the May 2026 cohort
- June 8th: Deadline to apply for the September 2026 cohort
Ready to join a global movement to accelerate social innovation and sustainable development? Apply now!