The Daya Project
United States
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The Daya Project was formed in the recognition that we, as individual travelers, can come together and make a real difference in the world. So many of us travel to the different corners of the world, seeking adventure and enrichment. And while sitting on the bus en route to the Taj Mahal, trekking through scenic landscapes in Laos, and enjoying the pristine beaches of Central America, we are often blind to the realities of the world surrounding us. Take a stroll five blocks out from the tourist havens in nearly any place you visit in the developing world, and you will find great need. Schools are lacking basic supplies to give children a healthy environment to learn like pens, pencils and notebooks. Some orphanages lack even the most basic necessities such as rice and shoes. Clinics in small villages on well-worn trekking trails are short of badly needed medical supplies. Mosquito nets are the only thing needed by some children in the world to prevent contracting diseases such as malaria and dengue fever. These are issues that we, as a worldwide traveling community, can indeed tackle. Whether by volunteering your time, delivering badly needed supplies, or simply spending a day with local children, you will hopefully find an opportunity that resonates with you. For those even more adventurous, actively seeking out new opportunities and organizations for The Daya Project is an incredibly rewarding experience.
