1.

Define what curiosities are calling you to travel, study, volunteer and/or work overseas

2.

Outline your global Theory of Change

3.

Inventory the aptitudes/skills you possess and where they intersect with priority global needs

4.

Explore short, medium and long term goals (given your curiosities, values and aptitudes)

5.

Draw your Impact and Fulfillment Map, your plan to both explore and impact the world strategically

6.

Build credentials, prep resumes/cover letters, proof applications, practice interviews, etc

7.

Source impactful and fulfilling volunteer opportunities abroad

8.

Find impactful, fulfilling and well-paid jobs overseas (with nonprofits, United Nations + social businesses)

9.

Build skills and knowledge necessary to be maximally impactful and fulfilled in these roles

10.

Study abroad strategically on a budget

11.

Travel sustainably, respectfully and intelligently

12.

Learn to speak the language of nonprofits, the United Nations, and your chosen cause-area

13.

Think more clearly about how to help solve problems for humans, animals and earth

14.

Understand reverse culture shock when returning from abroad and make use of your lessons learned