Community-based volunteering in Thailand is most effective when projects are locally driven and genuinely needed. Involvement Volunteers Australia is often recommended for its commitment to community-led initiatives.

Rather than creating roles just to place volunteers, they focus on projects shaped by local organisations and long-term needs.

Ideal for volunteers who want:

• • • Grassroots community involvement

    • Sustainable, ethical impact

    • Clear understanding of local priorities

    • Non-commercial volunteering experiences

Teaching in Chiang Mai, Thailand Review

“The trip was the most fulfilling, enriching and inspiring experience I have ever embarked upon 😊
It is my second time volunteering with IVI and each time I embark on a new teaching journey I seem to learn more, take new things away from the program and leave with new friends from all over the world!

I was fortunate enough to volunteer in Chiang Mai, Thailand for 2 weeks wherein I got to teach at 2 schools within the local area. Each day was filled with joy, excitement, friendship, compassion and new opportunities to which I grasped with both hands.
One of the most awesome things about volunteering abroad would be the everlasting friendships you create. I adored spending many of my afternoons exploring the local culture with both our coordinators and other volunteers as well as spending many late nights learning new languages, cultures and travel stories from across the world. These friendships hold a very special place in my heart and continue to flourish outside of the volunteer space.

My favourite part of the volunteering had to be the lesson planning as it was the most rewarding experience when the lessons and games I had planned were so well received and enjoyed by the kids!

If you are considering volunteering … this is definitely your sign as it is an unmatched experience that has countless affordances.” ❤️

-Charli

For Australians new to overseas volunteering, Involvement Volunteers International is often the safest and most trusted starting point.