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From NGOs to house & pet sitting, boats to farmstays - there’s a world of diverse experiences waiting for you to explore.

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Draussen sein, in den Bergen, in der weiten Natur, laufen, mit den Händen arbeiten, Handwerk, Landwirtschaft, Gemüse, Kühe, Ziegen, Milchverarbeitung, Verarbeitung von Lebensmitteln, Holzbearbeitung
Kristin is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
Wow! How can I start ? There’s too much to say about this paradis…
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Join us at an animal sanctuary and permaculture project in Castiglione Di Sicilia, Italy
Lulu & Po chao left a feedback for host
about 17 minutes ago
New event
JECO: An Introduction to the Plants and Stories of the Oaxacan Coast
New event hosted by members of our community
about 13 days ago
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Je souhaite randonner, danser, voyager et découvrir la culture et les locaux.
Claire is looking to meet other workawayers
about 32 minutes ago
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Any outdoor activity! I love to take risks and challenges, there is no better reward.
Sabrina is looking to meet other workawayers
about 2 hours ago
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Hi! I love learning about local cultures and ways of life. I’m excited to meet new people and learn from different cultures!
Shin is looking to meet other workawayers
about 2 hours ago
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Iam looking for a Host on Vancouver Island or Western BC
Justin is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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Actuellement active à me former au métier de soigneuse animalière (parc zoologique, ferme pédagogique, aquarium, refuge), je souhaite aider des projets, ou des particuliers ayant des animaux.
Marie is looking to meet other workawayers
about 3 hours ago
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Leaving the Valley Behind
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about 5 days ago
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Appendi un desiderio
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about 14 hours ago

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What we do to keep Workaway safe

We strive to offer useful resources and ensure the safety of our community members with effective measures.

Every profile reviewed

Our team manually verifies every new Workawayer and host profile before they are listed on the site.

Workaway Emergency Help

We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

24 hour support

Our 24/7 email support team is here to answer your questions and offer advice to help resolve any issues.

ID verification

Members can securely verify their identity via official ID to inspire trust and promote safety.

Community feedback

Our team reviews every feedback to help us stay informed and take action when appropriate.

Child protection

Projects that involve children are required to establish and comply with child protection guidelines.

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Workaway Giving Back

We’re on a mission to make a positive impact through our travels!

Fighting climate change

Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

Fighting climate change

Our mission

Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

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Workaway foundation

We believe empowering communities at a local level is one of the most impactful ways to help them build self-sustainable livelihoods.

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