Voluntary work
Vinspired.com – helps young people get qualifications and training while they volunteer.
The National Council for Voluntary Organisations – links to over 600 voluntary organisations.
The Global Volunteer Network – places volunteers in in a variety of educational, environmental and community aid projects throughout the world.
WorldWide Volunteering for Young People – find organsations that match your interests.
Do-It – a national database of volunteering opportunities in the UK. Part of YouthNet.
Volunteer in East Sussex – our own page of volunteering opportunities.
Extended trips and working abroad
Yearout group – advice and information for students wishing to take a gap year abroad.
Gap Activity Projects – placements and advice about voluntary work abroad for school leavers.
Gapyear.com – advice, information and placements.
VSO – volunteer with an international development charity.
Exchange programmes from the British Council – around the world.
Adventure
BSES – a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the wilderness.
Raleigh International – challenging environmental and community projects.
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award – exciting challenges for anyone aged 14 to 25.
The Prince's Trust – practical help if you're stuck in a rut and want to transform your life.
Travel basics
How to get a cheap flight – it's cheaper if you book ahead, so start planning now!
Lonely Planet – guides, phrasebooks, and theme packs combining key titles for destinations.
Rough Guides – more guide books, maps and phrasebooks. The choice is yours.
Sta Travel – specialists in student and youth travel.
East Sussex County Council