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Proyecto Florecer: Ways to Contribute to Your Community From Home

August 11, 2020

Latin America is one of the hardest-hit regions in the COVID-19 pandemic. In Colombia, the effects of the virus have placed significant strain on hospitals, and resulted in strict quarantine measures. In a country where…

How to Celebrate Thanksgiving in Medellín

November 18, 2019

Living in another country comes with plenty of perks but it also comes with the difficulty of missing out on celebrations with friends and family during the holidays. Although December in Medellín is one of the best…

Things to Do in Medellín on Wednesdays

October 29, 2019

Wednesday. The day before Thursday, which is the day before Friday, and therefore a sign that you’re close to the end of the working week. Or maybe you’re lucky enough to be traveling and Wednesday is simply another day…

How to Make Friends in Medellín

June 4, 2019

There are countless reasons to move to or visit a new city – experience cultures, see incredible scenery, learn a new language – but people often don’t talk about how travel can be lonely. You’re miles away from home…

Where to Volunteer in Medellín

March 25, 2019

Giving a little back can go a long way. While Medellín is a city that boasts great weather, happy people and plenty of adventures, it’s not without its struggles. Homelessness, street violence, drug use and inadequate…

Volunteer Visa: How to Get a TP-6 Visa to Volunteer in Colombia

July 18, 2014

Ioana outlines the process for applying to get a volunteer visa (TP-6) in Colombia.