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3 Reasons for Rest — Why Leaving is the Secret to Staying Overseas

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A Formative Experience — Interview with a GAP Teacher

The path to living and working overseas is rarely a straight line. And the road can twist and turn even more once... Read More

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Never Used Your Passport? Here's Why You Should Teach Overseas

For some, traveling—especially moving overseas—is an intimidating thought. It sounds difficult and frightening to be in... Read More

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You Can Do Hard Things With Confidence — Here's How

Moving overseas is challenging. Read More

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Why YOU Should Lead an Impact Team

Impact teams are a truly special way to experience a new culture and make a difference overseas with your community... Read More

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5 Items You Should Pack

A nagging pressure tightens around the back of your neck, spreading across your shoulders. Your thoughts are muddled:... Read More

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Best Week Ever!

April is a special month for Lao people as it holds the biggest holiday of the year. This holiday is called Lao New... Read More

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Language Blunders

The ability to laugh at yourself is critical when you move to another country, especially when you start to learn a new... Read More

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International Travel — Bridges of Friendship

Much of my international travel is in support of humanitarian work, so, as a result, I see difficult places and hear... Read More

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Our Top 4 Favorite Chinese Dishes

Gathering together for a meal has a deeper meaning than satisfying your hunger. In China, having a meal builds... Read More

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How Growing up Overseas Has Opened My Eyes

Anndrea Scroggins Thirteen years of my life were spent in Southeast Asia. During that time, I was a minority. I had... Read More

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Enjoying the Spectacle

One of the greatest treasures in my life is the kindergarten that sits between the gate to my apartment complex and the... Read More

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