Youth development charity, Raleigh International, sends 700 to 1,000 young people to work on community, environmental, and adventure projects each year.

Volunteers work with young people and members of the local community for 12 weeks in countries like Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Ghana and Namibia, Rachel Collinson from the organisation told the One Life show that took place in London in March.

Raleigh has a permanent presence in those countries to ensure it offers worthwhile and sustainable projects, Collinson said. Training is given to volunteers, who must be enthusiastic and able to cope in challenging environments.

She added that volunteering in such a way can help you acquire new skills, increase your confidence and enhance your career prospects.