Why Gardening Matters

Flickr | Florian BugielCommunity gardens are popping up around the world. They gain a large popularity especially in cities where inhabitants usually lack the connection with nature.

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Ecovillages: What Are They All About?

Flickr | Eli DukeIn the shade of climate change and ecological crisis, ecovillages serve as a great practical example of sustainable living. However, the technological innovations aren’t their most important contribution to ecological solutions.

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Amazing Libraries from Around the World

Let’s face it; we should probably all go to the library a bit more than we do. They offer a quiet and peaceful escape from the outside world, where you can get lost in a book, or just reflect. They act as cultural gathering places, and the world’s greatest minds have studied beneath their ceilings. Here are some of the world’s most amazing libraries!

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The Best Places For Tea Around the Globe

So much more than a refreshing beverage, tea has served as both a means to de-stress and a conversation accompanist for centuries. It is consumed by millions around the world every day, and reminds us that although it may seem like we are vast and secluded, we are in fact much closer and much more similar than it may seem.

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How To Become A Global Citizen

Today, at least 46% of the global population use the internet and this figure is constantly on the rise. The modern age is coming to be one of a far smaller world than ever before, making it easier than ever to commit yourself as a global citizen.

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QUIZ: Which Frontier Project Should you Do In Autumn?

Summer is here but, as we all know, it's fleeting; autumn will be upon us soon. For some this is their favourite season, for others it's just the soggy precursor to further plummeting temperatures. Take our quiz to find out where you should volunteer this autumn:

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The World's 5 Oldest Languages

Our communication skills are a hallmark of our species. Without them, we wouldn’t be anywhere near where we are now. It influences everything from international relations to finding out what’s for dinner and we've been doing it for literally thousands of years.

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QUIZ: What Type Of Volunteer Travel Should You Do?

There are so many different experiences to have while traveling and volunteering abroad! If you can't choose between working wildlife and marine creatures or maybe teach children English versus going on a trail, this quiz will help you make a decision so you can get on the road to your perfect traveling experience!

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Which species do we save?

According to the IUCN Red List, there are currently more than 22,000 species categorised as vulnerable, endangered or critically endangered. In an ideal world we would be able to save all of these species but in reality this just isn’t possible.

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In defence of lions: Kenya’s warriors protecting humans and lions alike

When man and beast enter into competition, humans ultimately have the upper hand. Unfortunately, this competition (in combination with the short-sightedness of those involved) has repeatedly led to the extinction of remarkable species such as the dodo (overhunted), the Western Black Rhinoceros (poached) and the Moa (also overhunted).

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Street Sweepers Strike in Brazil

Rio de Janeiro has recently made exciting headlines around the world, not for its beautiful beaches and carnival festivities, but because of a victorious strike carried out by the cities Garis – or street cleaners.

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Frontier Launches New Madagascar Community Projects

Frontier recently announced four new Madagascar Community projects to be based in and around the city of Hell-Ville.

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How to pick your perfect project

With so many fantastic global locations and projects to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down the shortlist and actually make a decision. Here at Frontier HQ, we have developed a systematic way that you can choose the project and location that will be perfect for you.

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Volunteer photo of the week: Hatty Davis, Tanzania Teaching and Beaches

Hatty Davis volunteered with Frontier on the Tanzania Teaching and Beaches project. This atmospheric shot captures life as an off-duty volunteer as dusk falls over Mafia Island.

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