Volunteer in Turkey
Capital: Ankara
Say Hello: Selam! (Turkish)
Population: 72.7 Million
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Learn more about volunteering abroad in Turkey!
Full of beaches, markets, castles, passion, and history – Turkey has just as much culture as it does volunteer opportunities. Whether you want to work on alternative eco projects or spend your time tutoring and traveling, the following list of volunteer programs will undoubtedly have at least one option that feels right for you. Volunteering in this beautiful country in the Middle East will not only give you access to one of the world’s most fascinating and complicated histories, it will offer daily visits to some of the Mediterranean’s most colorful beaches and valuable assistance to those in need.
The tough part is picking a program. Don’t panic! We’re here to help. As you scroll through our listings below, you’ll see that each program has both a description and a variety of program reviews. These will give you a sense for what each program is all about. Just be sure that when it’s all said and done, you don’t forget to return the favor. Leave a review of your program here and give feedback to other users who face the same tough decision that you face now!
Some Awesome Programs
What Volunteers Can Do:
Community centers in Istanbul, Turkey are in desperate need of native English speakers to teach the language and other skills to local children, adolescents and adults. Volunteers will work at one of two centers in the city,... Learn More!
VFP offers over 3000 affordable, short-term voluntary service projects in 100+ countries, including more than 60 projects in Turkey. These international voluntary service projects are an opportunity to participate in meaningful community service... Learn More!
This project aims to create public awareness on a clean environment in the south east regions of Turkey. One of the working areas is Hasankeyf which is registered as UNESCO World Heritage. The volunteers will be removing garbage and collecting waste... Learn More!
In Turkey you will find people in varying economic conditions, with many in need of basics - adequate nutrition, education and social services. Volunteers contribute to worthwhile causes while meeting new people, learning valuable work and life... Learn More!
Kas-Eflatun Art Camp is located 500 meters up in Ka_ as a plateau. It is ran and managed by Aydin Cukurova, a graduate of Fine Arts from Marmara University.
The Art Camp has been open for two years now and is born from the philosophy: "Unshared art... Learn More!
Tutor and Travel in Turkey is meant to bring together native English speakers who wish to live in Turkey for awhile, and Turkish families who want to practice English and have a house fit for hosting guests. Volunteers live with a host family, hold... Learn More!
Our International Volunteer Programme offers volunteers aged 18+ the opportunity to join international teams of volunteers working on short-term projects in over 60 countries world-wide. A selection of projects is available for teenagers aged 16 and... Learn More!
GeoVisions' Conversation Corps provides English conversationalists a chance to live with a Turkish family and teach them English. Because of the close proximity of the "students" this will be an amazing adventure of living in your teaching... Learn More!
Volunteer 20 hours each week in Turkey in exchange for free room and board. Conversation Partners tutor adults enrolled in-community center classes. Weekends are usually free for Conversation Partners to explore local sites.
The Need: Volunteer 20... Learn More!
Volunteer abroad in Turkey with Cultural Homestay International! Discover one of the friendliest countries in the Middle East, and learn a bit about Turkish culture as you live with a host family and teach them English! This is your opportunity to... Learn More!
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