If you can teach one person to protect themselves from HIV/AIDS...
You might be able to change a life...

If you can empower a group of people to change their lives...
You might be able to change a community...
How far do u want to go?

SPW Programmes are open to young people aged 18-28,with A-levels or higher.

Go to: What opportunities overseas? for information regarding the type and duration of programmes that SPW operates, and programme dates.

Could you be an SPW volunteer?

Are you enthusiastic and willing to learn new skills? Are you keen to broaden your understanding of different cultures? Are you open-minded, adventurous, flexible, reliable…
…and passionate about wanting to make a difference?

Find out just what its like to volunteer with SPW from Lizz Bennett who is currently in Uganda.  Read her diary entries on the BBC website here

Are you from a African or South Asian diaspora community and wanting to 'give something back'?  This is your chance!  Click here to find out more.  Want to apply?  click here.

What will you get out of it? You will:

• Discover skills you never thought you had and learn plenty of new ones!
• Gain valuable insight and experience into working at the grass-roots level within a non-governmental organisation.
• Experience first hand the reality facing developing countries in their struggle against AIDS and poverty.
• Immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language and form lasting friendships.
• Improve your CV and find a stepping stone towards a career in international development
• Acquire in-depth knowledge of health and environmental issues, e.g. HIV and Appropriate Rural Technologies (ART)
• Have a totally unique experience!

What SPW volunteers do not need:

• specialist skills or work experience
• experience of living or travelling overseas

What do I do now?

Download an application form here or call 0207 4900 100 for more information

		Go to: What opportunities overseas? for information regarding the type and duration of programmes that SPW operates, and programme dates.
		Go to: Frequently Asked Questions Peruse our FAQs for information on the support and training you will receive as an SPW volunteer.
		Go to: How do I apply? for information regarding the recruitment and selection process and a step-by-step guide to applying to be an SPW volunteer.

 Go to: Travel with Care for a 10% discount on your kit

 Go to: Gap Advice for independent advice on gap years

Read our most recent newsletter 

Read an account from a Tanzanian ex-volunteer Sarah Mtambo "Hello... Hamjambo"