Volunteer in Ukraine! Ukraine achieved indepedence in 1991 with the dissolution of the USSR, democracy remained elusive as the legacy of state control and endemic corruption stalled efforts at economic reform, privatization, and civil liberties. A peaceful mass protest "Orange Revolution" in the closing months of 2004 forced the authorites to overturn a rigged presidential election and to allow a new internationally monitored vote that swept into power a reformist slate under Viktor Yushchenko. The new government presents its citizens with hope that the country may at last attain true freedom and prosperity. There has never been a better time to volunteer in Ukraine and support democracy and development in Eastern Europe.
Visit the following organizations offering volunteer abroad opportunities in Ukraine:
Global Volunteers - Sends teams of volunteers to work on short-term development projects in Ukraine and worldwide. Coordinates over 150 teams per year. Trip information and contacts for Minnesota non-profit organization.
Concordia - A non-profit making youth organization and registered charity offering international volunteer opportunities in Ukraine.
Peace Corp - Peace Corps volunteers travel overseas and make real differences in the lives of real people as a volunteer in Ukraine.
Volunteers for Peace - Offers over 2400 affordable short-term volunteer opportunities abroad in Ukraine and 90+ other countries including.
