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Volunteer programs in Vietnam

24 opportunities found

Social Project Ha Giang, Vietnam

Experience Tea & Taoism with Hill Tribe in Northern Vietnam

15h/week Content Writer Photography Social Media Social Work
From 1 to 2 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit Project Ba Đình, Vietnam

English to the community

20h/week Teaching Languages
At least 3 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 4.5
  • Higher approval

NGO Da Nang, Vietnam

Support education for the underprivileged children

25h/week Social Work Teaching Sports Teaching Languages
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval
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Non-Profit School Hanoi, Vietnam

Teach English & Explore Local Culture in VN! ( 8 weeks min) 🍜🌍

22h/week Teaching Languages
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

NGO Da Nang, Vietnam

Support occupational, physiotherapy & mental health

25h/week Teaching Languages Social Work Elderly Care Child Care
From 2 to 12 weeks Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit School Hanoi, Vietnam

Build Our Community Through English Education & Cultural Exchange

20h/week Social Work Child Care Teaching Languages
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Top Host
  • Higher approval

Social Project Thủ Đức, Vietnam

Explore Ho Chi Minh city while Exchange language & culture

18h/week Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 15 days Shared Dorm 2 meals

Farm Hanoi, Vietnam

Experiencing farmer life and playing with our kids

18h/week Animal Care Gardening Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 1 day Team Dorm 3 meals
  • 3.5
  • Sustainable project

Non-Profit School Dlie Ya, Vietnam

Volunteer English teacher in Rural area of Dak Lak , Vietnam

10h/week Teaching Languages
From 2 to 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • Sustainable project
  • Needs help immediately
  • New

Homestay Bac Giang, Vietnam

Sharing your time with our children and go out together to enjoy

18h/week Child Care Arts Social Work Teaching Languages
From 3 days to 4 weeks Team Dorm 2 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Coliving An Dương, Vietnam

German speaking and listening volunteer

25h/week Teaching Languages
At least 4 weeks Private Room 2 meals
  • 3.0

Non-Profit Project Hanoi, Vietnam

Help us improve our language skills and explore Hanoi, Vietnam

21h/week Social Work Teaching Languages
From 2 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 1 meal

Non-Profit School Hà Giang, Vietnam

Teaching & Cultural exchange in the mountains of Vietnam

30h/week Social Work Teaching Languages
At least 4 weeks Private Room 3 meals

Homestay Quốc Oai, Vietnam

Need help in the summer camp

25h/week Child Care Teaching Languages
At least 2 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit School Hanoi, Vietnam

Teaching English for free! Minimum 8 weeks.

22h/week Teaching Languages
At least 4 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Non-Profit School Hanoi, Vietnam

Teaching opportunity or volunteer with social media.Min. 8 weeks.

22h/week Content Writer Photography Video Making Social Media
From 4 to 12 weeks Shared Dorm 3 meals
  • 5.0
  • Sustainable project
  • Higher approval

Volunteer in Vietnam and make a positive impact

Have you ever imagined traveling to Vietnam and really living and learning from the local culture? Volunteer in Vietnam and make this dream come true. Besides visiting major cities like Hanoi, contemplating unique landscapes and trying delicious food, you can make a positive impact with volunteer work in schools, NGOs and social projects. Travel for a greater purpose. By helping out a project for a few hours a day you get free accommodation and other benefits.

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What kind of volunteer work is needed in Vietnam?

Vietnam offers volunteer opportunities for those who wish to travel, help their neighbors and improve as a person. You can teach English at a school, or even help build a school where there isn’t any, or bring a new light to a child’s life by playing instruments or teaching sports. Work for a few hours a day in NGOs, schools, communities, farms, donating some of your time and attention to causes that really matter. 

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How to volunteer in Vietnam for free accommodation?

You can help a cause and save money by volunteering in Vietnam. In exchange for your help, you’ll get free accommodation and benefits. Fill out your traveler profile and join thousands of worldpackers around the world by becoming a verified member. The hosts and travelers from the community will be happy to answer your questions. Enjoy the articles, podcasts, videos, and stories about social work and get informed on how to volunteer in Vietnam with Worldpackers.

How Worldpackers works: the complete guide

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Choose your plan to travel with Worldpackers as many times as you like.

Complete your profile, watch the video lessons in the Academy, and earn certificates to stand out to hosts.

Apply to as many positions as you like, and get in contact with our verified hosts.

If a host thinks you’re a good fit for their position, they’ll pre-approve you.

Get your documents and tickets ready for your volunteer trip.

Confirm your trip to enjoy all of the safety of Worldpackers.

Have a transformative experience and make a positive impact on the world.

If anything doesn’t go as planned with a host, count on the WP Safeguard and our highly responsive support team!

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