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Impacts of International Service

International Service

This project uses a quasi-experimental design involving two International Voluntary Service (IVS) programs (Cross-Cultural Solutions and World Teach) to determine which features have the greatest impact on volunteers, host organizations and community outcomes. Research was conducted in Peru and Costa Rica using matched comparison groups at each level. Methods include longitudinal surveys, in-depth interviews, and focus groups.

Funding Partners: Ford Foundation, Brookings Institution, Washington University Academic Venture Fund


Principal Investigators

Amanda Moore McBride

CSD Faculty Director; ​University of Denver
Civic Engagement and Service

  • Email: Amanda.McBride@du.edu

Benjamin Lough

CSD Faculty Director; University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

  • Email: bjlough@illinois.edu

Contact

Lissa Johnson

CSD Associate Director; Director of Administration;
Co-Director Financial Capability and Asset Building

  • Email: ejohnson@wustl.edu

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