Helping the Dogs of Cusco 

Support the dogs cared for by Proyecto Peru Centre volunteers at Soy Callejeritos and help provide food, medical care, shelter and, most importantly, a safer, happier life. The one thing that unites all of the volunteering projects that Proyecto Peru supports is the genuine impact made by both volunteers and the inspirational local people who … Read more

How to Put Volunteering or an Internship on Your CV & Turn Your Experience into Career Success

Volunteering or completing an internship abroad can be much more than an opportunity to travel, experience a new culture or spend time in a different country. It can also help you develop practical skills, gain professional experience, explore a possible career and build stories that strengthen future job, university and postgraduate applications. However, simply writing … Read more

Ethical Volunteering in Cusco: Why Language Learning Matters

Volunteering abroad is often described as a life changing experience, offering people the opportunity to travel, give back to communities, and immerse themselves in a completely different culture. However, ethical volunteering in Cusco involves much more than simply showing up with good intentions. Building meaningful relationships and understanding the needs of a local community requires … Read more

What Should I Pack for My Volunteering Trip to Cusco? A Complete Packing Guide

So you have booked your trip, your start date is on the calendar, and a couple days from takeoff, you are staring at an empty backpack wondering what on earth to bring. If you are getting ready to spend time volunteering in Cusco, packing can feel surprisingly overwhelming. You are heading to a high-altitude city … Read more

Living Like a Local in Cusco: The Host Family Experience

Studying or volunteering abroad is something many people dream about. Traveling to a new country, meeting new people, and experiencing another culture is something people really look forward to. But what some of us don’t think about is how scary it can feel at first. Arriving in a new country for the first time can … Read more

What Volunteering in Cusco Really Looks Like

A Week in the Life of a Proyecto Peru Volunteer When people see themselves volunteering in Cusco, they often imagine something out of a travel brochure: pictures of smiling backpackers, snapshots of one of the wonders of the world (Machu Picchu), mountain backdrops, llamas on cobblestone streets, and the occasional shot of someone holding a … Read more

Why Learning Spanish Is Becoming Essential for Healthcare Professionals

In the modern healthcare landscape, clinical knowledge alone is no longer enough. The ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and directly with patients is becoming just as critical as diagnosis and treatment. For healthcare professionals across the United States, Europe, Canada, and increasingly parts of Asia, one language is emerging as especially valuable: Spanish. From emergency … Read more