Volunteer in Africa
Africa is the second most populous continent on Earth, but sadly over one third
of the population struggles to survive on less than one dollar per day. Diseases
and famine are frequent and wide spread since so many areas do not enjoy regular
rainfall. There are numerous opportunities to volunteer whether you want to
provide medical care, educate children, rescue animals, or protect diminishing
habitat.
The first homo-sapien was discovered in Ethiopia, and Africa is commonly
believed to be the birthplace of man. This makes it especially sad that it
endures such suffering today. Doctors, nurses, surgeons, dentists and other
medical specialist volunteers are needed to provide care to the poor living in
rural areas. Malnutrition, Aids and other diseases, and injuries sustained in
ethnic clashes create an overwhelming need for medical support.
Although animals still has an unrivaled freedom of movement across Africa their
natural habitats are shrinking and are becoming fragmented. Hunting, poaching,
and the loss of natural habitat are having a tremendous impact on these icons of
Africa. It will be a sad day when the animals that are so symbolized with this
vast, diverse, and rugged land only roam the jungles and savanna in our
imagination. Volunteer to rehabilitate captured animals or work to protect their
habitat; find an opportunity that satisfies your interest and make a difference. |
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