Many aid organizations post jobs on their websites. Mercy Corps is one I'm familiar with because a friend of mine and his wife have spent just about their entire adult lives working on the large...
Many aid organizations post jobs on their websites. Mercy Corps is one I'm familiar with because a friend of mine and his wife have spent just about their entire adult lives working on the large aid ships that dock at countries in need. I believe she is a nurse, and he does IT.
So look for job openings that match the skills and countries. Best of luck!
Along similar lines, Peace Corps, UN Volunteers, and Doctors Without Border might also be an option too... Especially if she has basic emergency, trauma, or first-aid certifications, or speaks any...
Along similar lines, Peace Corps, UN Volunteers, and Doctors Without Border might also be an option too... Especially if she has basic emergency, trauma, or first-aid certifications, or speaks any foreign languages, which would likely go a long way towards helping her get accepted for postings.
I'm sure there are a number of communities and NGOs that your mom can support, and hopefully folks will suggest some that fit with your mom's interests. Ones that pop to mind for me a women's...
I'm sure there are a number of communities and NGOs that your mom can support, and hopefully folks will suggest some that fit with your mom's interests. Ones that pop to mind for me a women's shelters, mostly because navigating the judicial system for support against abusive spouses is difficult. The other one she might be well suited for is supporting migrants through the asylum process, though travel may be limited to our southern boarder (or possibly mexico?).
With most NGOs that have a travel as a perk, it's usually a young person's game. I worked at a non-profit from 22-28, and while I had some amazing experiences, working 12-20 hour days for weeks on end can get tiresome pretty quick. Looking back on what I used to do, I'd never agree to that lifestyle now. The problem is there is always going to be a fresh crop of eager, energized, and unjaded recent grads ready to get out and do good. I'm sure some NGOs are good about how they treat employees during travel, but because most a on shoestring budgets, it's few and far between. It means too few people working on each project. No days to recoup once you return (even if you've worked weekends). And extended hours onsite. That is my own experience with NGOs, with a limited scope of 3, so take it with a grain of salt.
Beyond that, I think the most important part of the equation is finding community. Community is usually what drives fulfillment. Most folks in retirement usually find that in the form of clubs or hobbies. I always encourage folks to check out the outdoor groups near them - hiking, biking, camping, climbing, etc - as their is usually a healthy mix of ages and capabilities. They also provide opportunities to travel, be it ones you need to pay to do. That said, they are also cheaper options. Biking and camping is a wonderful combination and one that is very friendly to someone on a budget.
Many aid organizations post jobs on their websites. Mercy Corps is one I'm familiar with because a friend of mine and his wife have spent just about their entire adult lives working on the large aid ships that dock at countries in need. I believe she is a nurse, and he does IT.
So look for job openings that match the skills and countries. Best of luck!
Along similar lines, Peace Corps, UN Volunteers, and Doctors Without Border might also be an option too... Especially if she has basic emergency, trauma, or first-aid certifications, or speaks any foreign languages, which would likely go a long way towards helping her get accepted for postings.
Possibly look into national park service?
May you tell more about her skillset, work experience, and interests?
Sounds badass, especially the last part.
I'm sure there are a number of communities and NGOs that your mom can support, and hopefully folks will suggest some that fit with your mom's interests. Ones that pop to mind for me a women's shelters, mostly because navigating the judicial system for support against abusive spouses is difficult. The other one she might be well suited for is supporting migrants through the asylum process, though travel may be limited to our southern boarder (or possibly mexico?).
With most NGOs that have a travel as a perk, it's usually a young person's game. I worked at a non-profit from 22-28, and while I had some amazing experiences, working 12-20 hour days for weeks on end can get tiresome pretty quick. Looking back on what I used to do, I'd never agree to that lifestyle now. The problem is there is always going to be a fresh crop of eager, energized, and unjaded recent grads ready to get out and do good. I'm sure some NGOs are good about how they treat employees during travel, but because most a on shoestring budgets, it's few and far between. It means too few people working on each project. No days to recoup once you return (even if you've worked weekends). And extended hours onsite. That is my own experience with NGOs, with a limited scope of 3, so take it with a grain of salt.
Beyond that, I think the most important part of the equation is finding community. Community is usually what drives fulfillment. Most folks in retirement usually find that in the form of clubs or hobbies. I always encourage folks to check out the outdoor groups near them - hiking, biking, camping, climbing, etc - as their is usually a healthy mix of ages and capabilities. They also provide opportunities to travel, be it ones you need to pay to do. That said, they are also cheaper options. Biking and camping is a wonderful combination and one that is very friendly to someone on a budget.