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about 14 days ago
Meet up
We're both currently working out of Lander, Wyoming, leading wilderness expeditions. We'll soon be visiting family in the US and Europe. Come February, we'll be traveling Aus, looking for a new home!
Maya & Nic are looking to meet other workawayers
about 7 hours ago
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Join our NGO on renewable technology and join us in our house, Igries, Spain submitted a photo to th…
about 11 days ago
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I am looking for something to do for the winter months, I would love to house/pet sit,
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about 6 hours ago
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As a primary school teacher from the Netherlands, I was very curi…
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Learn about local culture while sharing English language in Phayao, Thailand
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Language(s) I could teach : English
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We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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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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