A Me to We Family Volunteer Trip is Life Changing for Everyone
Alyson Wyers — September 30, 2013 — World
While international service trips are not a new concept, social enterprise Me to We is offering family volunteer trips where the entire family can go to developing countries like Kenya and India to make a difference. These unique travel opportunities allow everyone to volunteer by building projects in Free the Children communities, and giving community members access to basic needs like education, food security, clean water, health care and alternative income opportunities.
In addition to volunteering, families engage with the local community members and get immersed in the local culture. Adventure and discovery is a fourth component key to every Me to We family volunteer trip. This life changing opportunity allows families to bond with each other and learn about important social justice issues while giving back.
In addition to volunteering, families engage with the local community members and get immersed in the local culture. Adventure and discovery is a fourth component key to every Me to We family volunteer trip. This life changing opportunity allows families to bond with each other and learn about important social justice issues while giving back.
Trend Themes
1. Family Volunteer Trips - The trend of family volunteer trips offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for the travel and tourism industry to cater to families seeking meaningful experiences.
2. Sustainable Tourism - The trend of sustainable tourism presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the hospitality industry to develop eco-friendly accommodations and experiences for family volunteer trips.
3. Community Engagement - The trend of community engagement opens up a disruptive innovation opportunity for organizations to facilitate meaningful interactions between families and local communities during volunteer trips.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - The travel and tourism industry can capitalize on the trend of family volunteer trips by offering specialized packages and services tailored to families seeking impactful travel experiences.
2. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can seize the trend of sustainable tourism by developing environmentally friendly accommodations and amenities designed specifically for families participating in volunteer trips.
3. Nonprofit Organizations - Nonprofit organizations have an opportunity to tap into the trend of community engagement by partnering with families on volunteer trips, providing them with meaningful volunteering opportunities and connecting them with local communities.
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