Travelers' Philanthropy Handbook - Center for Responsible Travel

PAQsPAQ 1PAQ 2PAQ 3PAQ 4PAQ 5PAQ 6PAQ 7PAQ 8PAQ 9PAQ 10Option1Option2Option3Option4Option5Let's look at an example using "your purpose" only:My Purpose: To learn more about the U.S./Mexican Border Region, practice my Spanish, andhelp the people of the area in whatever way possible.For this example we will use a smaller matrix, but for the one that you put together use theabove dimensions. Let's take key words from the purpose statement and put them into ourmatrix:PAQs Option 1 Option 2LearnU.S./Mexico Border RegionPractice SpanishHelp PeopleNo Preference/Help TypeYou will add in the other elements of your P AQ s in a similar fashion to build out your VT Matrix.Once you have done so, you are ready for Step #2.oStep #2: Research & MappingThere are key elements of your PAQs that will assist you in concentrating your research efforts.Such elements include: Destination, Type of Service, Duration, Accommodation Requirements,Safety, and Price. Identify these as the "Priority" PAQs for you. (For those who really like to beorganized, you may want to place these at the top of your PAQ list or even on a separate 3x5index card.)When you review books, magazines, or conduct a web search of voluntourism options, you willbe able to determine what does "not" fit your criteria. You may also want to talk to friends andfamily who may have conducted a similar trip to point you in a certain direction, but remember,friends and family are NOT YOU. Their preferences and aversions are not yours.109