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What kind of exchange are you looking for?

From NGOs to house sitting, boats to farmstays - there’s a world of diverse experiences waiting for you to explore.

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Language(s) I would like to learn : English, Spanish, Dutch
Rubina is looking for a language buddy
about 32 minutes ago
New event
Kemah Owah 2025 (The Owah Camp -Tranformation Retreat)
New event hosted by members of our community
about 3 days ago
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Language(s) I would like to learn : Spanish
Christophe is looking for a language buddy
about 51 minutes ago
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Sunset with a view of the Osorno Volcano / Sunset con vista al Volcán Osorno
New event hosted by members of our community
about 11 days ago
New host
Canada
A new host has just joined Workaway. Welcome!
about 5 days ago
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J'aimerais apprendre davantage à m'occuper des animaux, à m'occuper d'un potager et d'un jardin de manière à pouvoir satisfaire mes besoins et ceux de ma famille.
Chloé is looking to meet other workawayers
about 2 hours ago
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Ireland
A new host has just joined Workaway. Welcome!
about 5 days ago
Photo competition
Making houses with natural stuff
Help to make a permaculture villa in Athwelthota, Sri Lanka submitted a photo to the competition:
about 15 days ago
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hi, my name is Noortje, 24 years and I'm currently staying in Medellín for a few months to do voluntary work. Would love to meet up with you guys!
Noortje is looking to meet other workawayers
about 58 minutes ago
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Exploring Málaga and neighborhood with fellas. If you want some party don't hesitate to reach me out
Vít is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago

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What we do to keep Workaway safe

We strive to offer useful resources and ensure the safety of our community members with effective measures.

Every profile reviewed

Our team manually verifies every new Workawayer and host profile before they are listed on the site.

Workaway Emergency Help

We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

24 hour support

Our 24/7 email support team is here to answer your questions and offer advice to help resolve any issues.

ID verification

Members can securely verify their identity via official ID to inspire trust and promote safety.

Community feedback

Our team reviews every feedback to help us stay informed and take action when appropriate.

Child protection

Projects that involve children are required to establish and comply with child protection guidelines.

Workaway Giving Back

We’re on a mission to make a positive impact through our travels!

Fighting climate change

Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

Fighting climate change

Our mission

Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

Our mission

Workaway foundation

We believe empowering communities at a local level is one of the most impactful ways to help them build self-sustainable livelihoods.

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Workaway Fighting Climate Change

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41 months
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