From Helping to Learning: The Power of Connection Across Cultures

In Episode 64 of The Resolution Room with Dr. Nashay Lowe, “From Helping to Learning: The Power of Connection Across Cultures”-guest Kimberly Haley-Coleman shares her journey into short-term international service and how to turn cross-cultural tension into transformation.

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Essential Advice For Summer Air Travel Planning

Summer air travel can quickly turn into a logistical nightmare, but a few expert strategies can save your vacation. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning flyers to look out for sneaky third-party booking scams and sudden hidden fees that spike trip costs. By mastering simple habits-like booking flights directly with airlines, securing comprehensive travel insurance, and packing a heavy dose of patience for inevitable airport delays-you can bypass the biggest seasonal headache. Discover the essential checklist that consumer experts recommend to keep your summer flight entirely stress-free and budget-friendly. Now you can book your volunteer vacation with Globe Aware with les stress, www.globeaware.org.

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After I Was Pickpocketed Abroad, I Turned to Rick Steves’ Travel Safety Tips—Here, 7 Mistakes to Avoid

Heading abroad? Don’t let new tourist traps or clever pickpockets ruin your dream vacation.

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The Surprising History of Volunteering

When Did the Term “Volunteer” Start?

Have you ever wondered where the concept of volunteering actually comes from? Today, giving our time to help others feels like a natural part of a compassionate society. But the word itself has a fascinating, centuries-old history, and its original meaning might surprise you.

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Globe Aware built on partnership, cultural exchange and community-led impact

TAILS OF HOPE – Season 3, Episode 11

Guest: Kimberly Haley-Coleman
Founder, Globe Aware | Social Entrepreneur | Founder of The Tickle Bar

What if changing the world begins not with saving people—but with learning from them?

What if meaningful service is less about charity and more about connection, dignity, and mutual respect?

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How Volunteer Vacations Create Lasting Global Impact

May 31, 2026 – The Good Service Podcast: Serving the World One Week at a Time

In this episode of The Good Service Podcast, we sit down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, the dynamic founder of Globe Aware, a nonprofit that’s transforming the world of international service through “voluntourism” volunteer tourism. Kimberly shares the inspiring journey that led her from corporate executive to social impact entrepreneur, building a platform where travelers can immerse themselves in service projects around the globe while gaining life-changing perspectives.

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Ethical Volunteering and Human Resilience

Redefining Global Service: Ethical Volunteering and Human Resilience

In a world that often feels increasingly fragmented, the human capacity for empathy remains our greatest strength. On the latest episode of Humanism Now, the discussion highlighted a profound truth about our species: it is truly amazing how enduring humans can be with their willingness to look for good. To explore this capacity for compassionate change, the podcast welcomed Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder and executive director of Globe Aware, a nonprofit building ethical, community-led volunteer service programs across more than 25 countries.

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Volunteer Travel: Impactful Adventures That Change Lives

Travel with Purpose: Volunteer Travel & Impactful Adventures with Kimberly Haley-Coleman – The Travel Brats

What if your next vacation could change your perspective and someone else’s life?

In this episode of The Travel Brats Podcast, Sofia and Natalie sit down with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder and Executive Director of Globe Aware, to explore what it really means to travel with purpose.

With over 25 years of experience leading short-term volunteer adventures in more than 25 countries, Kimberly has helped thousands of travelers turn meaningful impact into a core part of their journey. Her work has been featured on CNNThe Today Show, and The New York Times, and this conversation shows exactly why.

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How International Volunteer Programs Move Beyond Traditional Tourism | Globe Aware

The Outdoorsy Educator – Where Travel, Education & Adventure Meet

In this episode of The Outdoorsy Educator, host Alasdair Green speaks with Kimberly Haley-Coleman, founder of Globe Aware, about the powerful intersection of travel, education, cultural immersion, and meaningful human connection. The conversation explores how thoughtfully designed international volunteer programs can move beyond traditional tourism to create transformative experiences that foster empathy, global citizenship, cultural humility, and personal growth.

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