About Stephen Knight

Stephen Knight

Stephen Knight is the founder and manager of Volunteer Latin America, a site that’s visited daily by thousands of people interested in finding affordable work abroad programs in Central and South America. Before turning to the volunteer sector, he worked in the realm of environmental protection. He has a higher national diploma in environmental monitoring and protection and a bachelor of science degree in environmental science.

Aside from managing a website, his favourite things in life include nature, sport, travel, world-music, green living, good food, laughter, and spending time with his partner and their dog. With a steady supply of Colombian coffee streaming through his veins, he will enthusiastically contribute to this blog. If you would like to contact him please send an email to steve@volunteerlatinamerica.com

A Bitcoin & Gold Update

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The Best Antidote for Climate Anxiety? Learning & Laughter

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Celebrate Carbon Dioxide - CO2 is the Gas of Life

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How To Post A Project Review And Claim Free Membership

An easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide to posting a project review on our website and attaining free membership.

Preparing Financially For Travel & Turbulent Economic Times

The astute way to save money for travel and to preserve your wealth if we head into a global recession in the second half of 2023.

Human Content Writing Over Artificial Intelligence

We understand the advantages of using AI to generate content, but it simply can't compete with the human brain.

Best Volunteer Programs for 2023

If 2023 is the year you want to travel to Central or South America and get involved in volunteering, browse through our listings find a great volunteer program.

Kalango - The World of Brazilian Rhythms

Whether you want to start a batucada or samba percussion group, add to or update current instruments, Kalango is definitively well worth a visit.

Christmas Gifts That Give Back To Worthy Causes

Bring deeper meaning to gift-giving at Christmas by purchasing gifts from organisations based in Central and South America.

The Benefits of Premium Membership

Premium accounts open access to helpful volunteer services including a custom project search and flight finding.