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Information and advice about working overseas and at home for peace, justice and development.
http://www.wse.org.uk/

Comprehensive gap year information site.
http://www.gapyear.com/

Informational resource on most aspects of a gap year.
http://travel.guardian.co.uk/gapyears/

Provides information relating to work and travel opportunities for students during this period.
http://www.gap-year.com/

Offers information and advice on working and volunteering abroad, flights, accommodation, insurance and visas.
http://www.gapwork.com/

Guide for anyone thinking of using a GAP year to travel. Details the adventures of four students as they carried out budget travels around the world. Messages boards and country guides.
http://www.gogap.com/

Packed with information for your year out or gap year and is supported by UCAS and DfEE. Lists student guidelines, providers, advisor information and contact details.
http://www.yearoutgroup.org/

Directory of employment opportunities particularly suitable for students taking a gap year.
http://www.gapyearjobs.co.uk/

Information on volunteer work opportunities in over 150 countries worldwide in the environmental and humanitarian sectors.
http://www.workingabroad.com/

Talking Point - Are gap years a waste of time? - Discussion on the pro's and con's of gap years.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/talking_point/1496182.stm

Directory and information on voluntary and gap-year projects in Africa.
http://www.volunteerafrica.org/

News, features and listings for finding paid and voluntary seasonal jobs abroad, including tourism, childcare, camp, kibbutz and winter jobs.
http://www.payaway.co.uk/

Programme of open learning guides leading to a City and Guilds Profile of Achievement. Includes information for students, parents, teachers, employers and mentors.
http://www.gapprofile.co.uk/

Offers safety awareness and personal security training for young adults undertaking gap year activities and university education. Includes profile, personnel, FAQ, courses, booking form and location.
http://www.safetrek.co.uk/

Resource for Australian, New Zealand, and South African travellers. Provides services and information for working holidays or short term working visas.
http://www.1stcontact.co.uk

Not-for-profit volunteer gap year abroad organisation operating in Mexico providing conservation, education and humanitarian projects.
http://www.echocommunities.org.uk

India, Nepal and Sri Lankan projects. Resource to training and skills needed, visa and travel tips.
http://www.gapyearinindia.com

XL
Christian gap year opportunity for 18 - 25 year olds.
http://www.thefoundry.org.uk/XL

Gap Year and Backpacking directory includes placements, travel, hostels, adventure activities and insurance.
http://www.findagap.com/