Whether volunteering in the U.S. or overseas, there are many options to fit your focus. The majority of people served are in desperate need of care, and volunteer clinicians can decide whether delivery of care or education and training is right for them.
Volunteer resources
Guidance and planning tools to help you optimize your volunteer experience.
Free open online course on global oral health
Learn more about the FDI Oral Health Atlas, oral disease risk factors and prevention strategies around the world.
Types of volunteer projects
Screen, treat and perform necessary and appropriate procedures for people in need.
Build capable communities by sharing your expertise through education and training.
Preparing for a successful project
Once your itinerary is confirmed, investigate location specific safety guidelines and plan ahead for your time away from home.
How to assemble a team to optimize your volunteering goals.
Find the perfect site and organization to bring your volunteer project to fruition.
Learn how to gather the right information about your project before you travel.
Schedule appropriate immunizations and infection-control training before your trip.
Prepare your practice for time away and learn how to optimize your experience for growth.
Get smart packing and shipping resources to ensure a successful trip.
Your ultimate resource for international dental volunteering.
Course and Workshops
Log in to access the Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)
Learn about the outcomes of the International Volunteer Best Practices Workshop.
A summary of the International Best Practices Workshop that was held in May 2018.