Voluntourism – Helping or Hurting?

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Voluntourism, the blend of volunteering and tourism, often seems like a win-win scenario—but is it really? When tourists head to less-developed areas to help out, the impact of their work can vary dramatically. Are they actually contributing to sustainable change or just alleviating their own guilt? 1. The Complexity of Short-Term Impact Volunteers often participate …

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