Volunteers work in remote, rural areas to improve access to safe water and sanitation, build community resilience, sustainably manage natural resources and to protect vulnerable environments.

They work in remote, rural areas to improve access to safe water and sanitation, build community resilience, sustainably manage natural resources, and protect vulnerable environments.

This is carried out in a number of ways, through raising awareness of health and hygiene, sustainable farming methods, as well as the construction of early childhood development centres, community buildings, rocket stoves and other infrastructure.

John Blashford-Snell and Prince Charles launched Operation Drake in 1978, running youth projects from ships circumnavigating the globe, to develop self-confidence and leadership through adventure, scientific exploration and community service.

In 1994, transworld walker Ffyona Campbell completed the last leg of her walk around the world, which ran from Dover to John O'Groats, with the logistical support of, and raising funds for, Raleigh International.