Telecom / Communications Professional Offering Assitance

Telecom / Communications professional looking for opportunities to help in tsunami-affected region. Please post info on where to go for such (or forward my e-mail to appropriate party(ies). chas@gci.net

Paramedic volunteers available from Netcare, South Africa

Netcare is a large medical rescue and evacuation company in South Africa. More than fifty Para-medics at Netcare are willing to volunteer in their individual capacities.

Any orginazation/group that can help to organise, please contact Marcel Combrinck [removed]

Doctor from UK volunteers to help

Hi, I am Owais Ahmed and I am a doctor from Pakistan. I am currently doingMasters in Health Studies(Public Health) from UK. i want to offer myservices for the crisis. My details are as follows:

Education: MBBS. Currently doing MSc Health Studies from Middlesex University;including subjects as Health & Social Care, Public Health and HealthWelfare & Citizenship.

Experience:Health Care Officer

Responsibilities include:
To implement the curative and preventive health services
To maintain OPD, medicine and revenue record
To supervise & Monitor all BHU staff
To monitor and manage the overall functions of the BHU as well as the programme and
to submit the progress report
Clinical internship in Medicine & surgery
Carry out In & Out patient clinics
Performing Medical & Surgical
Emergency Department duties
Execute Polio vaccination program & Campaign in the Community
Dealing with Surgical & trauma cases

You can contact me through any International Organization forassisstance so that I can have the visa easily.

My Contact details are:
43 Orchard Road
Ponders End - Enfield, Middlesex
London, United Kingdom EN3 4PJ
Cell # 44 7951 330660

Regards
O. Ahmed

More Volunteers - Engineers willing to help

--- Collated from the blog comments---

My name is John Fusco i'm 39 yrs old a fitter and turner i'm good with my hands especially within the hands on engineering.i can fix things from pumps to cars industrial machinery, etc But i'm also willing to do whatever it takes to help these poor people to get back on their feet. I'm fit & healthy and ready top roll my sleaves up.i can be contacted .
mars3@iprimus.com.au

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I really want to help the people affected by the tsunami. I dont really have any skills like being able to build or anything but I realyl want to do something. Im a good listener and stuff like that! please contact me volcanos_princess@hotmail.com

I feel so helpless and need to do something!

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I am a manager with a broadcast/IT/telecoms engineering firm. I and other engineers would like to volunteer to go to South-East Asia region to assist in the restoration of telecoms etc. We would also like to help get local radio stations up and running/back on air so people can share important information.

I know healthcare and food is critical right now but we just want to help. I'm making enquiries but if anyone can suggest who I should contact so our effort has maximum effect please, please email me at padams@msdinc.com.

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Hi my name is James, and I am an engineering graduate of Mechanical Engineering for the environment and developing countries.
I have been working for two years for a mechanical engineering firm, and would like to help out in the Tsunami crisis, preferably as an engineer, but in any capacity. I am 24, fully fit, and can put my hand to most things e.g. cooking, building, cleaning, organising etc. I can speak German, and can understand French.
Please contact me at: rodders@e-garfield.com

Willing to clean up the mess - Volunteer from Hollland

--- From a blog reader ---

Hello,
I would like to help claen up the mess and build up the buildings in Azie with a few friends. We have our own reachtruck,pickloaders,tractors,trucks etc etc. Is there anybody who knows a organisation or address to phone or mail to, who needs us??

Please contact me at: dirkbijlsmajr@hotmail.com in Holland.

Greatings Dirk.

Seattle , USA Volunteers (Medical Assistants) willing to help - Directions Needed

--- From a blog reader---

My name is Ken Johnston. I am writing to you from Seattle Washington, United States.
I'm an Medical Assistant very concerned about the disaster in SE Asian. I have been trying to find out how our group can get over to SE Asia and help with the Tsunami disaster.

There are many other people wanting to volunteer. But this is my problem: I and a number of other people don't really know how to go about finding an organization we can join without months of waiting for applications to be completed.

We are asking anyone in SE Asia who might give us information for volunteers coming over there to help.

We are sending some people to Bankok in a week to establish an office to give us more information. But we feel that going to help in Sri Lanka might be needed more. But we are not sure.

We are concerned as well about the understandable disorganization around sending too many people and supplies to one place and not enough to many other places.

What we need are some solid contacts who can inform us as to what needs we can help with as far as sending volunteers.

I would be eternally grateful.

We want to help!

Thoughts? Ideas? Help? let me (us) know, please.

Sincerely,
Ken Johnston
(Seattle, WA)

please reply to:

Asiahelp@itchyego.com

Also: Here's my number 206-478-4384 in the States, just in case.

As well, there are some links below to the group we associate with:

** LINKS HERE:
You can go here to see what's up with the group and join in the discussion:
http://unitedvolunteers.blogspot.com/2004/12/tsunami-volunteers.html

and also go to:
United Volunteers
www.unitedvolunteers.com
"...because I didn't want to just sit here and do nothing"

TRAVEL NEEDS - LINKS:
Travel Med Clinics for Vaccines in Seattle: http://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/health/community/immunizations/travel.jsp

United Volunteers - deploying volunteers to South Asia

To Whom It May Concern:

United Volunteers is an organization dedicated to organizing the deployment of civilian volunteers into Southeast Asia. Many individuals are going to Asia ill-advised and without the necessary precautions. At United Volunteers, we have contacts with local relief agencies that we work with to coordinate volunteers to meet the demand, an international office in Bangkok that serves as a meeting point in Asia, and present volunteers with all the medical information needed to prepare themselves for volunteering.

Please visit http://www.unitedvolunteers.com/. We do not seek donations; every volunteer is required to pay for 100% of their own medical expenses.

For the cause,
Jeff Pan
Director of Operations
United Volunteers
www.unitedvolunteers.com

Help Offered From a IT/Telecom Firm

From one of our readers:

I am a manager with a broadcast/IT/telecoms engineering firm. I and other engineers would like to volunteer to go to South-East Asia region to assist in the restoration of telecoms etc. We would also like to help get local radio stations up and running/back on air so people can share important information.

I know healthcare and food is critical right now but we just want to help. I'm making enquiries but if anyone can suggest who I should contact so our effort has maximum effect please, please email me at padams@msdinc.com.

More Volunteers

--- From Blog Readers---

Hi my name is James, and I am an engineering graduate of Mechanical Engineering for the environment and developing countries.
I have been working for two years for a mechanical engineering firm, and would like to help out in the Tsunami crisis, preferably as an engineer, but in any capacity. I am 24, fully fit, and can put my hand to most things e.g. cooking, building, cleaning, organising etc. I can speak German, and can understand French.
Please contact me at: rodders@e-garfield.com


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Hi all ..
i'm from indonesia with my limitations cant do enough for helping out the tsunami victims... but i am very very concern about child trafficing issue .. its been reported that there are some possibilities of child trafficing of children survived the tsunami .. any suggestions or input or idea whatsoever so we can all prevent this to happening ... ??
rheneea@yahoo.com

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Just as a myriad of the world’s inhabitants have been searching for means to survive, I have been searching for means in which to help. In addition to monetary donations, I wish to donate my time and work. I also would like to remind everyone that rebuilding will take years. The nations affected by the recent events were changed in an instant, but it will take a lifetime to recover and move on. Humanitarian support in many forms will be required for months and years to come. I myself hope to lend a helping hand in the future, but I do realize that due to the current situation it is simply not plausible to do so at this time. I am willing to provide assistance in any form. I speak English and German. I have had much experience in regards to social work, counseling, project organization and assessment. I hope that the outpouring of assistance continues and leads to expanded solidarity between nations, and greater recognition of tragedies experienced everyday all over the world.

Bryan Brasher
Bryan.brasher@gmail.com

Help Offered by a Chinese Magazine run by Tzuchi

--- From a blog reader ---

I'm writing for a magazine published by Tzuchi, one of
the largest humanitarian organization by Chinese. The
magazine is often used as a supporting evidence why
readers from all over the world needs to fund relief
efforts like this. I will be travelling to Pondicherry
and covering Cuddalore, especially the plight of the
fishermen. If you can get me in contact with your
ground relief volunteers in these areas, it will be
excellent, as I will be indirectly highlighting your
work as well. I think a lot of times, money pours into
western aid agencies because they have easier access
to international media. We are doing our part to
counter this imbalance.

Wubin
Mobile: +65-9457-1277

Help Offered from a Harvard Law Student

From our comments:

Hi, my name is Erin Abrams and I am a student at Harvard Law School in Boston. Before law school, I worked for Save the Children for several years on women's and childrens rights, humanitarian emergencies and poverty reduction initiatives in India and Nepal. I would like to come to a tsunami affected country from Jan.21-Feb.1 on my vacation and assist in any way possible. I have legal, international human rights, and program organization skills, as well as experience working with refugees and internally displaced persons in conflict regions. please email me at eabrams [at] law.harvard.edu. Thanks.

Offer to volunteer in Phuket & Aceh

From our readers:

Me and 2 friends would like to volunteer to help in Phuket and then to Aceh. We will be in Phuket this weekend and then to Aceh anytime from there to help for a few months.I have volunteered previously in childcare and also counseling work. Veronica has First Aid experience and Joe has numerous volunteer work with mainly AIDS and disabled children in Africa and Middle East. We would really like to help out in relief work and look forward tohearing from your organization.

We speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese Italian and Japanese.

Our contact details:
Carey Chung +86 13916024606 careychung@gmail.com Veronica Lee +65 92762644 svsvvv@yahoo.com

Help Offered in Sri Lanka

I'm part Sri Lankan/Indian living in Toronto, Canada. I have degrees in both Anthropology & Women's Studies & currently finishing up my masters. I also have a diploma in refugee studies & a diploma in counselling. On the practical front, I have been in refugee camps in Sri Lanka & am familiar with the conditions that exist ordinarily in camps. However, I am aware that this situation is unique & there are no permanent camps thus far. I have worked & volunteered in several NGOs& relief organizations closely with Refuggees & displaced people, especially with women & children. I am looking to either volunteer or work with the people in the long term reconstruction & rebuilding process, in the Eastern & Northern provinces of Sri Lanka because I speak Tamil. This would be my first preference, but I would be willing to work in Tamil Nadu, India as well for a shorter period of time because I lived in Chennai. I am willing to commit up 6 months to start with & may be more. I will pay my own passage, however I would need basic boarding & lodging while I am there. Please pass on my information to organizations that require this kind of contribution.

Thank You & my contact details are
Lydia Sashikala Winslow
lydiawinslow@hotmail.com

Interested Volunteers in London - Co-ordination

From our reader:

Many people who want to volunteer are posting their contact information which is great!, but I think those who have special skills should contact charity organizations directly or the red cross. Others (including me)who want to help in any way should organize by themselves because so far only Crossroad Organization is recruiting volunteers. I'm interested in helping Thailand as I've been there . Though, I haven't found information about where the relief camps are. Yesterday I read in a British newspaper an article about holidaymakers who have gone to the affected areas and helped the local people. I'd like to do that, but it will be much easier to work in a team. I'm only 20 years old, mexican staying at London. I've worked in schools in Northeast Thailand and Africa. If someone is interested in creating a small project and going there to help, I'll appreciate if you contact me: jazgiovanni2010@yahoo.com

Charity organizations cannot recruit volunteers easily because their policies are very strict in these situations. We could know exactly what the local people need by going there, otherwise we'll rely only on the media that sometimes doesn't reflect the real situation.

"There is hardly a family in Khao Lok that has not lost someone, yet the people here show their appreciation to the many Western visitors, such as Rachel Henderson, 21, from Camden Town, in North London, who pitched in with two student friends to help to run an open-air feeding centre."

Full article
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,18690-1424335,00.html

Help Offered from a US Combat Veteran

My name is Cedric, I am a 21 year old Combat Veteran, i served nine months in Iraq in both combat and peace operations. i served three years ending five months ago. i am willing to volunteer my time to aid the countries affected. I have experience as a leader and as a worker and think i may be helpful or beneficial to your program. I have an expired U.S. passport and need to get it renewed.I ask you to please expedite your response. Thank you and the people of the world are watching how a little compassion can resonate throughout the world. I can be contacted at (310)-800-5901 or SirCedricAllen@msn.com

Volunteer Willing to Work in Aceh, Indonesia

I am a Canadian teacher working abroad in the midle-East. I speak English, French and Arabic. I can provide my ticket to the region of South-East Asia (Indonesia or any other destination of Tsunami disaster).I have three weeks of Holidays and I would like to help in the ground in Banda Aceh (Indonesia) or any other Tsunami's affected area.Please let me know who I should contact.

My email is : drissi@mcs.sci.kuniv.edu.kw
or drissi_math@yahoo.com

Help Offered from a Thailand Teacher

From our reader Comments:

I live in Thailand, speak English and Thai and really want to help in any way i can. I am a teacher and can work with children. Please contact me if there is anything I can do. My email is sgk090@yahoo.com.

Help Offered from a Paris School

We're in need of information. Our school, Ecole active Bilinge, in Paris has decided to contribute in any way possible (monetary and otherwise) towards the reconstruction/sustenance of a school in the affected area. I would be grateful if anyone who can get hold of information about schools that need aid in the areas (namely Thailand, Sri Lanka, Indonesia) to contact me immediately at xanadu@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your assistance in this matter.

Help Offered from a High School Student Council

I am from Boyceville High School in Boyceville, Wisconsin. Our student council is interested in helping any way that we can, and we were wondering if there are any relief societies that would accept non-perishable food donations? We feel that it would be easier to hold a food drive in our community than to try and raise food. I would appreciate a response. You may contact me personally at womanofdunedain@yahoo.com

Help Offered From a Hydrogeologist

As I sit here at my computer, I wonder what I can do to help the thousands of people who have been affected by the recent earthquake in the Indian Ocean. There seems so much water everywhere yet unable to be utilised.

I am a qualified Hydrogeologist specialised in borehole siting, drilling and construction, groundwater resource evaluation and management, contaminant transfer modelling and hydrogeological risk assessment of contaminated water. My father, also a Hydrogeologist and MD of several firms abroad, has over 25 years of groundwater and engineering experience; combined we bring nearly 35 years of experience and skill to the table.

We are a father and son team who wish to help in anyway possible please contact; david.farr@atkinsglobal.com jfarr@wellfield.co.bw

DNA analyst volunteering for victim identification

From mail to our team:

I'm Brazilian. I'm a Biologist, and I work in a DNA analysis laboratory for about 3 years here in Brazil. I work mostly with paternity test and some forensic cases. I can see that one big problem after Tsunami is the victims identification. So, I was wondering if I can find a job at some lab that is making this identifications. I think they will need many specialists in this area. This is the opportunity to do something really good for me and many otherpeople. So if you can help me, I´m looking for this labs to make some contact.

Thank you very much.
Julio Cesar Teixeira Francisco
Técnico Responsável
EXACTGENE - Análises em DNA
Email: julio@exactgene.com.br

Doctor at Philippines General Hospital wants to send medicines

From a mail to our team:

Inquiring re: how to get drug donations to countries in need.

Hello, sir. I just browsed through your blog and I think I can provide some medicine for those affected by the tsunami. I'm from the Philippines so can you direct me to a Philippine taskforce / drop off center where I can send the medicine to. If there aren't any, can you suggest a way in which I can send you the medicine? Thanks!

Dr. Mic Agbayani
Department of Medicine
Philippine General Hospital
Email: mjagbayani@gmail.com

More volunteers

From mails to our team:

Lyn Doyle - i am a 23 year old girl who feels helpless to the unfortunate innocents of the horrific tsunami quake. every day i watch the newsreports and it leaves me feeling inadequate as i have yet tocontribute anything to their need. i cannot donate any money as i amcurrently unemployed and have no savings. but i desperately want tohelp in anyway i can, so i would be grateful if you could forward meany info. on how this can be achieved. ideally i would like to travelout to one of the affected areas to help rebuild a way of life. Email: dusty_81@msn.com

Richard - i am male 30 fit and willing. i am wanting to find out if there is anyway i can help. I can turn my hand to anything you want and my mother is an RGN nurse. we offer our help in anyway we can. Contact email: TMCRacing@aol.com, phone: 01423 881582 UK. Please can you get me in touch with some1 as i am not working at themoment and know that i could get more people to come out with me.

Mike Newby - Are there any agancies that are sending volunteers from the USA? I would like to volunteer if i can be of use. My occupation back ground is computers and computer networks plus phone systems if you could direct me to some agency that can use my help please do so.
Email: mnewby@hctc.com

More volunteers

From mails to our team:

Patrick Perera - I am working closely with the STF to transport and distribute supplies primarily to the East of Sri Lanka. At the moment we are supplying to the coastal areas between Pandirippu andPanama. We currently have around eleven large trucks for transportationof goods and personnel on the ground to assist with distribution. We require supplies which we will pick up in most location in and aroundColombo and areas inland. We should also be able to provide assistancemoving areas to other parts of the island as well. Email :[Information removed on Patrick's request; please contact him via his blog, if you should want to get in touch.]

Nicky Clark - i am a female firefighter (6 years) with somemedical training. i have used light portable pumps and cutting equipment. i am available to help abroad for atleast 6 weeks, i willpay for any costs of flights and transfers etc. i have consulted mydoctor and had the required injections. Email:christian@pottsbarn.wanadoo.co.uk Phone: 01458274942 or 07970433680

Daran Jones - I am an ex British serviceman with first aid instructional experience and am trained in health and safety, food hygine/preperation. aditionally am trained and competent in a variety of outdoor activities, including survival training. I am an able bodied person who is willing to give help and assitance to anyorganisation willing to afford the flight ticket to Indonesia, theworst hit area. I have a valid british pasport, and am willing to provide support and assistance in planning, searching, or just manning a soup tent, or supplying first aid. Email daran@dott64.fsnet.co.uk, Postal address: 28 Darwin Close,Broughton Astley Leicester England le96xd. I am currently unemployed and willing to embark once plans are made.

Help offered in Phuket, Thailand during late Jan

My husband and I were panning a vacation in Phuket, Thailand for January 15-30. In light of the awful events, we decided we'll still go and volunteer in any way we can. We have dear friends in India and Thailand and feel so fortunate that no one we love was lost. We want to help those who are suffering.

As for our skills: We've both got some backcountry medicine skills-- but are not doctors. We're writers/editors/teachers, in our 30s and fit, and we've both lived in third world countries, have good organizational/leadership skills, and have build houses with Habitat for Humanity. We know it'll be tough and we are ready to help any way that's needed. If anyone knows how civilians can get involved and assist, and what help is most needed, please contact us: megan_ga29@hotmail.com or brianshott@hotmail.com

We're also getting in touch with World Vision, CARE, Red Cross, and Doctors Without Borders.

Megan Gallagher & Brian Shott
San Francisco, CA

More Volunteers - US, Australia

--- From the blog ----

Does anybody know of any centres setup in Brisbane/Australia to collect clothes,shoes and blankets.

If there is none, would there be any volunteers to help me setup? Please email me on redhotseller_a@yahoo.com.au.

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I am looking to help the victims by giving something other than money. I live in florida and leanred this year what a natural disaster can do to a community. I would also like to include a group of nine yr olds in my efforts. Does anyone have any ideas of what to do or collect or who to contact? thanks!

Jessica
JMoney_00@yahoo.com

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I have 2 daughters who live in thailand and my wife and i are hoping to move there permanently this year. I am hoping to give voluntary help for as long as it is necessary, paying my own expenses fully.
I am used to long hours and hard work and would welcome the opportunity to help in any way possible, i have a longstanding background in organisational and logistical skills within transportation, and general management.
I am available at short notice.
Contact me at peter.busuttil@btopenworld.com

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I am from California and would very much like to volunteer in SE Asia, doing anything I can to help. I know a lot of people have requested similar info-has anyone found an organization that is in need of volunteers? I am available immediately, and will take care of my own expenses, of course. I just need someone to point me in the right direction. I can be reached at meganmcdonell@hotmail.com

Help Finding Missing Persons in Western Region of US

--- From a Blog Reader ---

I am with major media (broadcast) organization and we’re working on stories about Americans (from the Western region of the United States) looking for and finding their family and friends following the tsunami. If you are still looking for your loved ones, we might be interested in covering your personal search. Please contact me with your contact info (including phone number), as we might be able to help you through our news coverage TsunamiSearch@gmail.com

80 Ceramic Water Filters - Available for Tsunami AID

-- From a Blog Reader---

Greens Water Systems Lincoln UK

We have donated 80 ceramic water filters destined for Sri Lanka via a Buddhist organisation in the UK. We've worked to produce instructions and information about how to deploy and use them in the field. You can see this on our website here: http://water-systems.co.uk/ These will provide clean safe drinking water for about 500 people.

We have a similar amount we're happy to donate but we want to make sure they are sent where they're needed and used effectively. If anyone can use them and help or advise us about the logistics of getting them to South Asia please get in touch via the web site.

Thanks
Jeremy Heath jheath@water-systems.co.uk

More Volunteers (Including a Medical Lab Technologist)

--- From The Blog Readers ----

RETIRED MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER TO HELP IN

THE TSUNAMI DISASTER.

CONTACT: JKAITN@AOL.COM

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My name is Chris. I am 19 and from New York. I have no way to get out there by myself but I am currently not in college and I am willing to help in any way I can. You can contact me at omegapickle@optonline.net

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my name is Carrie Rupp and i would love to voluneteer anywhere help is needed, i am willing to volunteer for 2-3 months. i'm living in breckenridge colorado right now. i've got concrete labor experience so if i can be of any help please let me know, my email address is ruphead@hotmail.com talk to you soon i hope.
peace love and respect
carrie

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Really want to help, but cannot go straight into ground zero areas. also only available from possible mid-february onwards. helping with fundraising over here (UK). Am 17 (but can start from april 24 is you want me to be 18) ready to get hands dirty. possible availability. contact me at 89350@blackpool.ac.uk. am strong and healthy.

More Volunteers

-- From Blog Readers ---

I have 32 years of radio, wireless, antenna site & network construction experience to offer. I can either deploy (if needed) or offer support, consulting & equipment for shipment from Virginia USA.
I can be reached at microwaves (AT) gmail (dOt) com for arrangements
Buggs

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16 yr old, can travel overseas independently, can help in first aid and trasporting of goods and pitching temporary shelter etc etc. From Singapore , very much want to know how i can be a volunteer. I am currently on a school break. send an e-mail.
icecandy88@hotmail.com

Help Offered From a Sumatran

I am Sumatran, living in England for seven years, fluent in Indonesian and English, fully qualified carpenter experienced in construction. I am self-employed, so can come when needed to help in Indonesia. Can any organisation use me in construction projects, where my language skills could also be useful?
Email me Jefris c/o: r.l.jones@sussex.ac.uk

VSAT/Internet Help

From our comments section:

I am evaluating providing VSAT internet installation and other services to organisations that may have need of telecommunications and other IT/data/logistical infrastructure. Please see relief.verse.org for some details. I am also seeking interest from skilled volunteers (technical, management, medical, translation), and pledges of resources and funding to aid with this effort.

Offer to volunteer in Sri Lanka

From our comments section:

My name is andrew and i would like to go to sri lanka and help these people. since the incident occured i have not been able to get it off my mind. I have no money and no knowledge on how to get there and get back home. i would like to join up with some missionaries and stay with them while i am there. If you know of any way that i can do this please contact me at 1616 696 9660 thank you

How to help people of Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

Essential guide to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands for the volunteers who wish to travel and help in rescue efforts.

Source: Rediff

Looking for Volunteers

From our Comments Section, reader requests:

I am a Scientology Volunteer Minister. We have teams of volunteers on the ground in India, Thailand, Sri Lanka and Indonesia, and we are looking for more volunteers who want to go, and for donations so we can send our teams over and support them while they are there.

I have posted information I've gotten about what we are doing on My Volunteer Minister Blog (my own blog). There is a Volunteer Minister hotline you can call, at 1-800-435-7498 or e-mail vm@volunteerministers.org

The only good thing about this entire disaster is the way people are responding to help one another. I am once again confirmed in my belief in the goodness of my fellow man.

Country Specific/International/NGO's

THOSE WITH CRITICAL SKILLS---PLEASE CONTACT AGENCIES DIRECTLY

Most organizations dealing w/current disaster relief are running 24/7 - not enough staff-resources to look for you. Due to communication problems & overwhelming amount of work loads, it may help organizations if you contact agencies directly. They may be looking for you in another agency or NGO & may be desperate for your expertise & skills.

Interaction--American Council for Voluntary International Action - Huge list & info on International NGOs. (also paid service for job postings)ok if you want to do that...otherwise.. USE THEIR DATA BASE TO SEARCH FOR ORGANIZATION INFO. www.interaction.org/disaster

Fredskorpset is Norway's volunteer sending agency. Those who travel abroad as Fredskorps participants are aged between 22 and 35 and work for the partners for a period of one to three years. www.fredskorpset.no

The German Development Service (DED) sends development workers to work with its partners in host countries to reduce poverty, promote human rights, democracy and for conflict resolution. www.gm-unccd.org

JVC-Japan International Volunteer Center -- http://www1.jca.apc.org/jvc/en

Australian Volunteers International -- www.ifrc.org/jobs

The Volunteer Service Abroad (VSA) is the New Zealand equivalent of Australian Volunteers International. www.vsa.org.nz

The VSO (Voluntary Service Overseas) is the British equivalent of Australian Volunteers International. www.vso.org.uk

Global Volunteering Network -- A non profit organisation in New Zealand which places volunteers in community projects in China, Ecuador, Ghana, Nepal, New Zealand, Romania, Russia, Thailand, and Uganda. Volunteers participate in a variety of educational, environmental and community aid programs. www.volunteer.org.nz

Source: Feedback from carol2520@aol.com on Adwait Ullal's blog on dotnetjunkies

More volunteers here

Here are some more volunteers from Adwait Ullal's blog on dotnetjunkies.
http://dotnetjunkies.com/WebLog/adwait/archive/2004/12/27/39142.aspx#FeedBack

More volunteers here

ProPoor Blog has over 200 volunteers wishing to help and plenty of new ideas
http://nipun.charityfocus.org/pp/arch/000425.html#comments

Source: ProPoor Blog

Attention: All volunteers

Source: Response on blog

I'm organizing relief organization to help people in South-East Asia disaster area. I have already received contacts from US and here Finland from people who're willing to give their effort for victims of Tsunami.

Ou goal is to get as large number of volunteers as possibly to help local people supplying food/water, temporarily accommodations and so on. My personal goal is to start highly flexible organization which can help people in Sri Lanka, Thailand and Indonesia.

I'm discussing with other organizations, get volunteers as many as possible world wide so we can effectively help people down there.

All volunteers and co-operative people and organizations are warmly welcome to join us. There's lot of things to do and as fast as possible we can start field assistance it's better.


KIND REGARDS

JYRKI MAKELA
nordicsec.intell@pp.inet.fi
Tell: +358-40-7477-009

Help offered from a Vietnamese

From our Comments Section:

Hi, I am Vietnammese and I would like to help out. I dont have a job now so I can be there as long as somebody still need me. I dont speak Thai or Indonesian but I use English fluently. I can take care of my own transportation there and I can help in any way you want. Please email me at mocamvu@yahoo.com. I am 24, female and healthy.

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Help Offered: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 12/28-31

From Blogger comments

Looking to help over seas. Ready and willing. 22 year old canadian female, looking to povide any assistance. please contact me at lashleytj@yahoo.ca

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Help offered : Certified emergency medicine physician

Help offered from certified physician, please contact the person directly with contact details provided:A Southern California Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician who has 23 years of experience and would be available to volunteer to help the tsunami survivors for up to 8-10 weeks. Contact: Gregory Murphy M.D. +1 909-388-1115

Volunteers willing to work in Sri Lanka

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1 Hi I am a SriLankan native and am currently residing in the UK. I would like to volunteer for any amount of time in SriLanka. Please contact me on 0208 449 6647 or via e-mail: shehara_j1@hotmail.com

2 Peter Arcu - I have a number of friends in Canada and the United States who are willing to travel to Sri Lanka and Thailand to assist relief efforts. Many have experience at the NYC ground zero site and recent Florida Hurricanes. Do you know of any airlines that are willing to offer deep discounted travel or free seats to travel from North America? Any possible opportunities will be looked into. Email me at peterarcu@hotmail.com

3 Wagtail - Its powerful to read this after all the numbing news. I have tons of experience in Sri Lanka in environment and development including disasters. I just returned from a month long visit there two weeks back - I intend to go to Sri Lanka from New York on Saturday - we already are well organized in Kandy due to a 5 person project work. While there I shall quickly set up a platform for others to contribute and perhaps set up volunteers. Be in touch people who want to help. As I am an earth scientist, I have quickly collected together information useful for people in the affected regions. This is at http://iri.columbia.edu/~lareef/tsunami/ I hope to make another portal of information useful for relief work starting with SRi Lanka but also for other places. Again, if there are folks who are doing similar work please let me know.

Volunteers willing to work in Indonesia

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1 Anonymous - Hi I am a Singaporean prepared to fly back to SEA immediately if there is anyone requiring volunteers, particularly in north sumatra. You can email me at dark_interpreter@fastmail.fm or SMS +447904734807

2 Bernd - I'm a 27 year old Engineer living and working in Singapore. I would like to volunteer in Sumatra, since I have friends there, some of them have lost their relatives in Aceh... I can speak German, English, French, Chinese (Mandarin) and some Spanish and a little bit Indonesian. Anybody who coordinates a volunteer group for North-Sumatra (Aceh) please contact me via email bwittstock@web.de .

3 Anonymous - I am in Scotland, very happy to help - spk basic Bahasa Indonesia , and used to life in SE Asia. No formal experience, but very willing to go out to Asia if required, or do stuff here - and have the time. Raising funds over New Year with Red Cross in Edinburgh - if you are here and want to join - (44) 7743 317 207 - moontravels2@yahoo.co.uk.

4 Josie Clowney - Hi, I speak Indonesian/Malay, am currently in the US. What can I do to help? Three indonesian-speaking friends of mine are also willing to fly to southeast asia if needed. Email: jclowney@umich.edu , Phone 734-277-7971

5 Anonymous - I am currently in Southern Thailand and would like to volunteer either here or in Indonesia. I can travel to any given location within either of these countries. I have at least 1 month to give. Please let me know if there is any need for my services out there. I am 34, healthy, and ready to help out in any way I can. Email: ash1227@yahoo.com

6 Anonymous – I’m in Brunei and would like to volunteer to go to Indonesia to help out...i am available for the next 2 months.. i only have very basic first aid knowledge but i can speak malay english and chinese which might be useful but otherwise i just want to help out in any way i can since my bank account wont help... Email at dys_angel@yahoo.com or +6738 653882

7 Mel - I would like to volunteer! I am currently in the US but willing to travel to the region. Able to converse with Indonesians. Email: melissaradzi@hotmail.com

Volunteers from Singapore

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1 Jo Koh - I am willing to help in any aspects for a long period of time. I am from Singapore! Able to assist in any relief tasks. Contactable at 65 96825317 or kohzihui@hotmail.com

2 Jay – from Singapore.I want to help the victims. I will be sending certain provision items coupled with money from here...and would want to extend my help to the tsunami victims. Please contact me at a.poshgyrl21@gmail.com

3 Lora Wilkinson - I am an American living in Singapore and am available for any period of time to do volunteer work in any of the affected countries. I have a lot of international business experience and have some ability in a number of foreign languages. I have basic first aid training, I am strong and physically fit and I am an avid hiker. I am willing to do any kind of work to help the recovery effort. Please contact me with volunteer details at lora_wilkinson@yahoo.co.uk

4 Bobby - I would like to volunteer. I am based in Singapore and am able to commit for about 7 days (flexible and extendable). I am looking to provide relief work (distribution of food and medical supplies, counseling, search and rescue etc.) in areas that are affected by the tsunami. If you are an organisation and require volunteers abroad, please contact me at +65 96611547

Volunteers for and from Malaysia

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1 Anonymous - I am a Malaysian heading home on 3 January, and am available for volunteer work. Please e-mail mlian_99@yahoo.com if there is anything at all I can do to help.

2 Valerie – I am from Kuching, Malaysia...i want to volunteer for the tsunami victims.....pls let me know how.....mail me at val_kueh83@Yahoo.ie

3 Chung - 25yr old male from Malaysia. I'd like to volunteer help in any of the hard-hit countries. I am not medically-trained, but I am trainable and available on a short notice. Email: lsckl@hotmail.com Phone 6012-3117648

Volunteers willing to work in India

1 Ryan - I live in Eureka California. I am 24 years old, healthy and have experience working on various aid projects. I have lived in India and speak some Kannada. I am interested in volunteering for a month or more in India doing tsunami relief aid. my e-mail is zendriftwood@hotmail.com

2 Maithreyi - I am currently in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, would like to volunteer/help in any way possible. Please get in touch with me at maithreyim@hotmail.com / maithreyim@gmail.com

3 Ipshita Sen - I am a 34 year old Indian national residing in the Middle East. I have basic first aid training and have experience in working with senior people and children. I am keen to offer my services as a volunteer in the relief operations. I speak English, Hindi and Bengali. I have one month annual leave due and can travel immediately. My email id is ipshita_sen@hotmail.com

4 Gaurav Kulkarni - Graduate student from Nagpur. I am willing to volunteer for the tsunami relief. I have previous experience in building relief housing and have leadership and outreach capabilities. I will pay my way through to any region that you need me to come down to. If needed I would try to get a few people to come down with me. My contact information is +91-9823361885 or email gauravkulkarni@msn.com . Can start as soon as needed and would be ready to work for at least a months time.

5 Karthikeyan from Hyderabad - I am a native of TamilNadu .I am very fluent in spoken tamil , hindi and english . I would like to volunteer for relief work. But I don’t really know if I can go on leave immediately .I should be able to come over if there will be a need for volunteers during the first week of January. Please let me know if I can make myself useful. You can reach me at karthikeyan.m@gmail.com

6 Suman Paul - I am from Bangalore and would like to volunteer for relief efforts. I would be happy to get involved in any way. Ph – 9845171246, email: sumanoogle@gmail.com

7 Pradeep - We are a group of 4 friends who are ready to volunteer for a couple of days for relief work in Tamil Nadu. Please call 080-26054342

8 Couple currently staying in Goa - We can offer our time until April in whatever way is helpful. We both have IT backgrounds so can help with anything IT related, typing, website creating etc. We also have experience in managing people and processes and training. Both are native English speakers, but have no other language. Contact us at magic_bus_uk@yahoo.co.uk

9 Tse - I am 23 years old from Nepal, currently In Delhi. Actually i was planning to go down South India but then this Tsunami tragedy happened. I am willing to volunteer and even willing to pay for my own ticket and bear my own expenses as long i am needed down there. So please do write to me at tsephuntsok@gmail.com or tse_masaya79@hotmail.com .
10 Nirmala Chukka - I am a financial analyst working in Hyderabad. I would like to volunteer to help the people hit by tsunami from 14th jan for 10 days. I have experience in distributing medicines and other ground work. I can also work as a counseller to the people affected by the trauma. Please reach me at nirmalachukka@yahoo.co.in or 98661 05887.

11 Rashmi Lahoti - I am a qualified doctor and I am into clinical research. I stay in Mumbai, India. Please let me know how I can volunteer. I am ready for any and every kind of help. I can be contacted at +91 9819066185.

12 Sanchayeeta Adhikari - I am in Kolkata. I am a Planner specialising in urban planning (Housing) from IIT Bombay. I want to volunteer for Tsunami relief work in India. Plzz do mail me for any kind of help needed. My mail ID sadhikari@iitb.ac.in

13 Mahesh Radhakrishnan - I am Mahesh from Chennai and am available for volunteer work for the next one week. Email: maheshradhakrishnan@gmail.com, phone – 9841346118

14 Kanika Mohan Saxena - I am a Media planner from Mumbai , and i want to volunteer. I have time on my hands for the next 3-5 days at least starting from 12th jan -15th jan. Email: kanikamohan@hotmail.com , phone 9820810442. I would also want to contribute to those who require support.

15 Kannan Iyer - I am from Bangalore. I would like to volunteer for any help required for the Tsunami victims here in India. I can speak Hindi and Tamil as well. I can be available for the next 2-3 days for sure. Email: kannaniv00@sify.com or 56672020(Office) or 98861 17403 (mob).

16 Sunil Pai - I'm a comp science engineering student from Karnataka. I'm willing to volunteer for any grunt work and/or technical work required. Contact me at sunil_gpai@yahoo.com. I don't know whom to email, i just hope you read this comment down here.

17 Alwin Ertl - from Germany, male, 37 years old, travelling experience (about a year) to South India, computer programmer and social worker by profession, and I would like to volunteer for the Tamil Nadu / Andhra Pradesh / Kerala regions. I have no medical education (only first aid), but could help in reconstruction works, or whatever there is to do. I could arrange a stay for 4..6 weeks on from mid-January, but flight costs, food, and lodging should be paid. European organizations interested in my help can request further details at alwin.ertl@online.de

18 Rakesh - I would like to volunteer with any organisation travelling from Bangalore. I am a software engineer and have worked with an NGO before. Please call me on 9880405727.

19 Karthik - I am currently in Chennai and I can volunteer for the next one month from today. I can be reached at +91-9840649480 or at karthikvp@yahoo.com

Volunteers willing to work in Thailand

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1 Anonymous - I am in California, I already had a ticket to Thailand before the Tsunami and am still coming. I will be in on Jan. 13th. please let me know who and where I should contact when I arrive. Would prefer to stay in Thailand, but anywhere they need the most help I am willing. Email: chamisah@hotmail.com

2 Robin Geradts-Gill: Aussie male arriving Bangkok 5th Jan, interested in volunteering in Thailand directly after this date. Email: robinn30@hotmail.com

3 Elizabeth Sanderson - I can volunteer. I am in the US and have an education in Social Counselling and Family Therapy. I have spent time in Pattaya City Thailand, but am willing to go where ever I am needed. I can go immediately and could stay for a month or two. Please contact me at 410-822-2338 or Elizabeth_Sanderson@msn.com - ANYTIME!!

4 Carey Chung and Veronica Lee - My friend & I would like to volunteer to help in Phuket and probably also other affected areas on the course of relief work. I live in Shanghai & Veronica lives in Singapore. We can be in Phuket anytime now & can stay to help for a few months. I have volunteered previously in childcare and also counseling work. Veronica was a flight attendant with Singapore Airline, thus, she learnt First Aid during her flying days.
Carey Chung +86 13916024606 careychung@gmail.com;
Veronica Lee +65 92762644 svsvvv@yahoo.com

5 Anna - Hi, I am currently taking my gap year in Thailand, and want to know if there is some way in which I can help the people living through the affects of this disaster. I can not donate money, but I am in the country until June. Can someone advise as to how I could get involved? Email: annag37@hotmail.com

6 Jonathan - I have a flight to Bangkok in two weeks. I was supposed to visit the northern region of the country, but since I heard about the tsunami, I want to help victims in the province of Phuket and around. I can help up to 6 months. Who do I need to contact to volunteer? Email: nufan671@hotmail.com

7 Peter Arcu - I have a number of friends in Canada and the United States who are willing to travel to Sri Lanka and Thailand to assist relief efforts. Many have experience at the NYC ground zero site and recent Florida Hurricanes. Do you know of any airlines that are willing to offer deep discounted travel or free seats to travel from North America? Any possible opportunities will be looked into. Email me at peterarcu@hotmail.com

8 Anonymous - I am currently in Southern Thailand and would like to volunteer either here or in Indonesia. I can travel to any given location within either of these countries. I have at least 1 month to give. Please let me know if there is any need for my services out there. I am 34, healthy, and ready to help out in any way I can. Email: ash1227@yahoo.com

9 AmberDesigns - I am a designer with a degree in Interior Architecture. I have designed medical facilities and alternative housing. I would like to volunteer to assist with shelter reconstruction in Thailand. I also have considerable training in crisis counseling. I can assist for at least a month. Email: conversewithamber@yahoo.com

10 Richard Castleman - I would like to volunteer in Thailand or other affected areas. I Am a college student in Stockton, Ca. with prior military experience, former fire fighter, former lifeguard. EMT certified in Ca. I have worked as a behavioral therapist for the past 3 yrs, and volunteered with the American Red Cross (but, they're not sending anybody). I also have lots of experience with painting & construction. If any organization could put me to work, I would eagerly leave USA. I can stay out until end of January. I would leave here ASAP. Email: rcastleman1369@sbcglobal.net, Phone (209)603-4257
11 Mark - i am wishing to volunteer my time and services to help in anyway i can in the devastated areas of Thailand. I am currently living in new zealand. Although i have no relevant qualifications i am very fit and willing to learn in any area, i would be able to stay as long as is required, and self fund. Email: spankymangler@msn.com

12 Anonymous - I am living in Koh Samui, Thailand, and my visiting cousin and I want to help in the relief efforts anywhere we may be needed in Thailand. Please call me at 072-741-611 or send an email at yoga@worldguide.com . He leaves on the 10th of Jan so it would be great if you get back to me and if we come as soon as possible.

13 Anonymous - Hi I would like to help - Phuket and probably in other affected areas. Have Swiftwater/Flood Rescue and First Aid/CPR qualifications. Email: mcsos88@hotmail.com

14 Anonymous - i lived in Thailand for eight months. i am 20 and i stay in huahin. is there anything i can do to help? i can work for as long as necessary and am willing to do anything to help. Email: garnetdagger@hotmail.com. i can arrange my own travel n everything else.

Volunteers with experience in building and construction

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1 Anonymous - I am currently in NY, USA and have approx 1 month to volunteer. I am a strength coach, a former EMT, and have some construction experience. I can be contacted at extreme@jimmybuffett.zzn.com

2 Anonymous - Willing to volunteer for unspecified amount of time. I am living in the US. I have extensive construction experience and willing to help with whatever I can. Please email me at encounter779@hotmail.com or call 651-983-5416.

3 Anonymous - I have experience in construction and have a U.S.Coast Guard Masters license am willing to volunteer in whatever capacity I can. I am 56 and can be contacted at 251-974-2915...Orange Beach, AL

4 Gaurav Kulkarni - Graduate student from Nagpur. I am willing to volunteer for the tsunami relief. I have previous experience in building relief housing and have leadership and outreach capabilities. I will pay my way through to any region that you need me to come down to. If needed I would try to get a few people to come down with me. My contact information is +91-9823361885 or email gauravkulkarni@msn.com . Can start as soon as needed and would be ready to work for at least a months time.

5 Don Orkoskey - my email is donorkoskey@yahoo.com . I have a labor background so I can help rebuild buildings, I can cook as well and I am strong and hard working. Though I have no formal medical training I do have an understanding of diseases and pathologies, (it's a hobby) I understand the dangerous situation and wish to assist. I'm rather poor so I feel the money that I've given can't be enough. Please contact me if there is any opportunity to volunteer.

6 Shayne Tanner - I am currently in London but will travel where ever I am needed. I ran a flood damage restoration business in Australia for 15yrs. I can offer Building skills, team leading and motivating and am also a great problem solver under pressure. If any one needs my help please let me know. Email: shaynetanner@btinternet.com

7 Jon Zuckerman - I am in Washington, DC,and looking for a way to help the relief effort. I can stay as long as needed and have extensive construction experience. I am a carpenter and am willing to do whatever is needed of me. I am 29 years old. Please contact me at jonzuckerman@hotmail.com or 508 246 2468

8 John Armstrong - I would like to offer my services as a volunteer in any area affected by the recent tsunami event. I would work ANYWHERE and would do whatever was required, no matter how traumatic it would be. I am self-employed and can easily arrange to be available for the next month at least. I am willing to help fund the cost of actually getting to the disaster area. I live in Scotland and have worked on a farm for the majority of my life. I have a wide range of practical skills with experience in the use of excavation machinery. Hard physical work is certainly not a problem. If anyone can use me, please get in touch asap at this e-mail address. john@specialfx.co.uk

9 Jessica - I have just spent several months in Southern India esp. Tamil Nadu, and returned to New York this summer. I would be willing to volunteer for an unspecified amount of time. I have years of experience in construction, but would be willing to help in all areas, be it organizing in New York, or travelling to India to lend a hand. Please contact me at jessegall@yahoo.com, or (718) - 344 - 4990 (USA)

10 Jason Kay - I am a 27 year old male living in New York. I'm currently a web developer. However, I would like to help in any capacity possible. I'm healthy, strong and have lots of travel experience. I have some basic carpentry and framing experience (good at building things). I also have previous first aid certifications. I am eager to help out in any way possible. The best way to reach me is through email at jasonkay19@yahoo.com

11 Fabio Souza - from Brazil, I am 26 years old and I am available for the next month in order to work as volunteer in any part of the disaster at Asia. I have got a number of skills including IT , carpenter, mechanical engineering... but also willing to do anything to help. Email fcoelhodesouza@yahoo.com

12 Henryi said : US based volunteer worker - construction experience, electrician, former Paramedic ready to leave on 1 day notice, pay own transportation. Henryi@bigfoot.com

13 Veronika - I want to volunteer in south east asia countries. I’m available from now, able to pay all my cost. Can clean, build, help with anything. Email: veronikagall@hotmail.com or 004407855532874 UK

14 Galen Murton - completely available for the next six months. I am a 27 year old American male with extensive overseas experience as well as building, leadership and basic first aid training. I am ready to depart from Boston as soon as possible. Please contact me at galenbmurton@hotmail.com and/or phone 207-761-0285

15 Richard Giddens - I am a New Zealander based in Melbourne Australia and am available to help. Can leave at short notice - Telecommunications/pabx/cabling is my trade - so if there is a need for people like me please let me know asap. Can also help with anything that is needed - general labour or building. Contact me richard.gidddens@gmail.com for phone number and cv etc - happy to work for nothing.

16 Patrick - I can do masonary, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work. I am currently in Atlanta Georgia. I am willing to assist until the job is done. My heart prays for you , and I give my hands to work for you. Email: Ultschp@wmconnect.com

17 Gino - I live in Chicago and am currently negotiating with my partner on how much time I have to offer of myself for this tragedy. I am available within days, and could be available for up to one year. That part is still undecided. I have extensive first aid, construction and experience working with people. I have a volunteering spirit and very strong ability to endure uncomfortable surroundings or environment, including sick people and smells. I lived very close to "Ground Zero" In NYC and I am no stranger to this type of environment, including the trauma and post trauma associated with it. I am currently employed as cabin crew for a major airline in Chicago and am in negotiations with them on how we can offer services to assist the victims and volunteers to expedite any aide that is trying to get to ASIA. Please contact me if you need my help in person, or have ideas on how we can get people from my airline and hometown to help. I am 100% at your service. Just tell me what you need. Please e-mail me directly at Egino11fly@aol.com

18 AmberDesigns - I am a designer with a degree in Interior Architecture. I have designed medical facilities and alternative housing. I would like to volunteer to assist with shelter reconstruction in Thailand. I also have considerable training in crisis counseling. I can assist for at least a month. Email: conversewithamber@yahoo.com

19 Chris Hudson - I live in Pennsylvania and am willing to donate however much time it takes. I have plenty of carpentry and framing experience, and I spent three years in the U.S. Army. I'm very able bodied and am willing to help in any way I can to get the world through this huge tragedy.Address: 3836 Harper Court, Bethlehem, PA 18020. Phone: 610-866-0386. Email: mcsenseone@yahoo.com

20 Matthaios Skoutaris - Able and wanting to leave immediately for affected areas. 25 year old student in Scotland. Very strong fit and healthy. Experience in construction and working at sea. +447769506180 - mobile+441415343059 - homemattskoutaris@yahoo.co.uk

21 Hugh Plant - Would like to volunteer for relief work anywhere affected by the Tsunami/earthquake for up to one year. Presently on leave from Parsons Transportation Group. Just finished 5 yr highway construction project in Colorado. Have MS degree in Environmental Engineering. 55 yr old male in excellent health and physical condition. Willing to do what ever is necessary. Hugh. Call at 970-309-2004 or email to hplant@sopris.net

22 Nick Alan - I am currently living in the US mid-Atlantic region and would like to volunteer where I am needed. I have a broad range of skills (including supervision/management) and would be well-placed as a team leader for a clean-up or reconstruction crew. I am awaiting approval from my current employer for time off but am expecting to be available for a three or four week trip. I am well-traveled internationally, including Asia, and am current on necessary shots/immunizations for immediate travel. Email: nick_alan79@yahoo.com

23 Angela & Daniel - My husband and I live in Texas and we are willing to do whatever we can to help ANYWHERE we are needed. Sitting here watching those poor people suffer like that and not being able to reach out and help them is killing me. We just want to try to help give them some sort of reason to want to go on after such a tragedy. My husband is skilled in construction and neither of us are afraid to get his hands dirty. Email: dday73@earthlink.net or phone 512-296-3109.

24 Andrew Carroll - I AM A 32 YEAR OLD MALE WILLING TO HELP IN ANY WAY. I HAVE OVER 15 YEARS EXPERIANCE IN CONSTRUCTION, INCLUDING DEMOLITION AND RECONSTRUCTION. Email: acarroll419@yahoo.com

25 Anonymous - 25 years experience as a professional rescue firefighter, advanced oxygen therapy, senior first aid etc, disaster search and rescue trained. I am also – an Electrician – (licensed ‘A’ Class Electrician)25 years plus Building experience. Own tool available Trained and skilled in the operation of many different types of machinery i.e. chain saw, elevated work platforms, earthmoving equipment (bob cat, front end loaders, tractors etc), water well drilling Irrigation. Driving – licensed and experienced in heavy trucks, buses (large passenger accredited) , 4x4, 4x6 trucks, forklift, motor cycle. Australian Army – 3 years regular army, Communications Technician, (corp. of signals) Army engineer – Army Firefighter – trained in decontamination, rescue etc, campsite set-ups incl. water, water power and communication supply, generator operation and maintenance, electricity supply safety. Sundries- professional photographer, volunteer for CANTEEN (teenagers living with cancer), current passport, police check. Email: pearo@adam.com.au or ph 61 8 83515533

26 Jonny Moffett - i wish to offer my services. i am a plumber sanitation engineer. i live in the united kingdom. Phone 02870320984 or e.mail daithegas@hotmail.com

More individual volunteers from across the world

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1 Hugh Plant - Would like to volunteer for relief work anywhere affected by the Tsunami/earthquake for up to one year. Presently on leave from Parsons Transportation Group. Just finished 5 yr highway construction project in Colorado. Have MS degree in Environmental Engineering. 55 yr old male in excellent health and physical condition. Willing to do what ever is necessary. Hugh. Call at 970-309-2004 or email to hplant@sopris.net

2 Frank C Marino - I would like to volunteer to help in any of the geographical areas hit by the tsunami. I am experienced in project management, planning, disaster relief planning, command and control, logistics, operations, mobilization and deployment, construction and various other areas (retired U.S. Army LTC). If you'd like to speak to me, please call me at 214-542-0169. Email: fcmarino@verizon.net . I live in Texas and am available at any time.

3 Tara – I’m 18 and I live in Australia. I would really like to help somehow. I have vast experience in fundraising and working with children, as well as business. If there is any way I can help, email: wendy_clear16@hotmail.com .

4 Melanie - I live in Oregon U.S. I would like to volunteer in Southeast Asia. I am available for at least 6 months. I am willing to help in whatever way possible. Email: melanie@olallielake.com phone 541-420-7633

5 Elizabeth - from Houston, Texas. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in management. I am currently unemployed and have all the time in the world to help console, bring love and encouragement and re-build (emotionally and physically) the lives of those suffering. I have worked with children, teens and adults from all walks of life and would give anything to help. Email: liba_d@yahoo.com phone 832-641-6264.

6 Jennifer G.- I am a third year pre-med undergraduate student. I am able to give my time until April in relief effort, and would be willing to assist in medical, distribution, rebuilding, or whatever I am needed to do to help. Email: temptinb_2417@yahoo.com

7 Carol & Steve - I am a former Red Cross Executive Director with Disaster Relief and mass feeding experience. Husband is Child Protective Services Supervisor and was Crisis Services Manager for our County for three years. We are available - please contact us if you need our services. Email: sherab@adelphia.net

8 Trish Stewart - I am available to volunteer where it is needed the most. I can leave immediately and am available until January 29. Email: trish.stewart@gmail.com

9 Nick Alan - I am currently living in the US mid-Atlantic region and would like to volunteer where I am needed. I have a broad range of skills (including supervision/management) and would be well-placed as a team leader for a clean-up or reconstruction crew. I am awaiting approval from my current employer for time off but am expecting to be available for a three or four week trip. I am well-traveled internationally, including Asia, and am current on necessary shots/immunizations for immediate travel. Email: nick_alan79@yahoo.com

10 Janine - I'm from the Philippines, and I've been looking for ways to volunteer at any of the disaster sites. I have no obligations yet as I just graduated. Please contact me and let me know how I can volunteer -it frustrates me that my country is so near the disaster sites; I really want to get there and help. Email: gayuma9@yahoo.com or Phone +633917-3221018.

11 Anonymous - I would like to volunteer my time and efforts to the disaster relief. I want to fly out and help in anyway. If anybody knows any organizations that would take me, pls contact me. Email: flylikeaneagle@gmail.com , phone 626 286 3412

12 Zoe - Hardworking volunteer immediately available & anxious to help: 30 yr. old female student from New Mexico, U.S., would fly out ASAP, must return to the U.S. by Jan. 17. No specific skills beyond crisis hotline training & experience, but able-bodied & also able to pay my own way. Email: zandcdwyer@msn.com , phone (505)989-3442

13 Nicholas Ramsey - I am looking to volunteer in the areas devastated by the recent tragedy in the Indian Ocean. I am available now through the end of June. I have an assignment with the US Peace Corps in July. Email: nicholasramsey@hotmail.com

14 Leah Jones - Today is my last day at work for the next month. I would like to help, fit and located in Switzerland, available immediately. Contact: leahjones@bluewin.ch or +41 79 348 2600

15 David Street – I am living in the UK. I am not working so I can offer as much time as may be required. This includes should it be required travel to an affected area to assist. You can contact me at davidistreet@btinternet.com , this is also my yahoo id. It will be running 24 hours a day. Just let me know

16 Anonymous - I am available immediately to go to Asia and help, whatever is necessary. Email: iambumpus@yahoo.com

17 Archna - Hi I'm ready to act as a volunteer for the tsunami victims. Email: rupanzel123@rediffmail.com

18 Elin - I am a Norwegian woman, 29 years old, work as a school teacher. Have a masters degree in development work in 3rd world countries. Available for volunteer work immediately anywhere in the disaster area. Can stay for as long as needed. Email: elinlangholm@yahoo.com

19 Anonymous - I am 21 years old and would love to help in asia i have 6 years experience in the veterinary field, i know this is not human med. but i worked for a surgical practice and have dealt with a lot of wound management and have good sterile technique. please let me know if you could use me in asia i am open to work in any position. Email: crookedrain@comcast.net

20 Neerj Gill - i wanted to contribute my time volunteering for the tsunami disaster. I am living in Canada and i can help out with the phones, emails and etc. Email: neerjgill@gmail.com

21 Anonymous - 25 years experience as a professional rescue firefighter, advanced oxygen therapy, senior first aid etc, disaster search and rescue trained. I am also – an Electrician – (licensed ‘A’ Class Electrician)25 years plus Building experience. Own tool available Trained and skilled in the operation of many different types of machinery i.e. chain saw, elevated work platforms, earthmoving equipment (bob cat, front end loaders, tractors etc), water well drilling Irrigation. Driving – licensed and experienced in heavy trucks, buses (large passenger accredited) , 4x4, 4x6 trucks, forklift, motor cycle. Australian Army – 3 years regular army, Communications Technician, (corp. of signals) Army engineer – Army Firefighter – trained in decontamination, rescue etc, campsite set-ups incl. water, water power and communication supply, generator operation and maintenance, electricity supply safety. Sundries- professional photographer, volunteer for CANTEEN (teenagers living with cancer), current passport, police check. Email: pearo@adam.com.au or ph 61 8 83515533

22 DC - Able-bodied and willing to stay as long as possible. Email: dcdomain@hotmail.com

23 Anonymous - I live in the States and would be available to leave immediately to volunteer for an indefinite amount of time. I have lots of experience working with children, but would be willing to contribute any type of assistance required. Please let me know how I can help! Email: danisad@hotmail.com

24 Sara - I would like to volunteer for as long as necessary. I have set up or expanded businesses in India, Bangkok and Hongkong so I am proficient in logistics, coordination and accounting. I am 31, comfortable living out of a backpack and working extremely long hours. Email: salasargasso@gmail.com

25 Hussein – located in Beirut, Lebanon. ready to go to any place in south asia ... speaking arabic english french german and some spanish and italian ... depth diver, computer pro. Email: miskiman66@hotmail.com phone 00961 3 664872

26 Bjarke Jack Korno - Available to give aid anywhere need. I am a 36 yr old Male from Ontario Canada, I work as a contractor. I am willing to volunteer a year of my time to help Tsunami devasted areas. Please someone let me know how I can help. I am ready to travel with 24hrs notice. Phone 905-934-7513 Email: jkorno@hotmail.com

27 Kate Chan - I am from the UK and currently in Hong Kong. I can be available immediately for a min 3weeks. I had planned to go to Phuket but any destintion is not a problem. I'm 28 with previous First aid experience and worked with children. I speak fluent English and Cantonese. Email: Kate_W_Chan@Yahoo.co.uk Phone (00852)94037820

Volunteer from UK Community Regeneration grouping of Social Entrepreneurs: The Community Action Netwok

Mark Community Action Network UK said (by way of response to blog post)

38 Year old Gentleman from the UK Community Regeneration grouping of Social Entrepreneurs: The Community Action Netwok UK http://www.can-online.org.uk

Can fly out to any affected areas from January 7th to volunteer time and resources. Experienced in quick build construction techniques. Very motivated, physically fit, used to difficult conditions and staying positive and motivating others. Can self fund for several months. Have laptop and professional digital camera.

The Community Action Network is part of RuralNet UK and NetworksOnline UK. We have a huge intranet database for self support in the field internationally including access to funding sources and can also use the site for centralising any groups core activities to instant up to date advice centres.

Willing to provide labour in reconstruction, food distribution, provision of water and sanitary supplies plus housing and capacity building plus advice in revival of grassroots micro economic climates towards self suffiency and sustainability.

Please e-mail me any time if you feel I can be of any use to you. My business e-mail address is thegardenartists@yahoo.com

Full British Passport, no criminal convictions, full totally clean international drivers license to 7.5tonnes.

Can also assist with proposal writing and accurate report writing

Another 50 individual volunteers available from across the world

Collated from blog responses

1 Vidhya writing from Ann Arbor, Michigan. Is there any way I can help??? Email -vidhya_m26@yahoo.co.in

2 Andrew Bebbington – I am 24 living in scotland willing to help in any way i can, i am willing to travel out to asia if needed and can help with anything required, i have 5 years experience as working as a care worker with children and adults, i am also a qualified chef and butcher. i am available for as long as needed. also if there is anything i can do to help in scotland please contact me. Does anyone know if and where anything can be donated to be sent out to asia i.e. food, medication etc if so please get in touch with me Andrew. andybebbington@hotmail.com or 07746434854

3 Michael - I am a filmmaker living in Knoxville TN and would like to help anyway possible. I am available for international travel or within the US. I can travel for over a month if necessary. Please e-mail me at ms@dvd360.com if I can be of any assistance whatsoever.

4 Anonymous - willing to volunteer efforts in any way; 30 year old female with German family in Chiang Mai who can also assist. Email: clefas@hotmail.com

5 Branwen Cassedy - I am in the States and am more than willing to volunteer if I can help in any way. I am willing to travel there, but do not have the personal means to do so. Physical labor, recovery of bodies, Administrative / computer support, distribution of supplies, whatever is needed. I also have some informal medical training / knowledge. Please contact me if I may be useful. Email: branwen.cassedy@gmail.com

6 Randy Belham - I am available to volunteer from Canada. I speak fluent french and english as well as some spanish. I have previous volunteer experience and I work in logistics management. I am very health, strong (mentally and physically). Email: randybelham@yahoo.ca or randy.belham@exel.com

7 Stevie de Wit - I would also like to volunteer to help. Willing to travel to SE Asia and help for a month or more. I am living in London. sdewit@webmail.co.za

8 Galen Murton - completely available for the next six months. I am a 27 year old American male with extensive overseas experience as well as building, leadership and basic first aid training. I am ready to depart from Boston as soon as possible. Please contact me at galenbmurton@hotmail.com and/or phone 207-761-0285

9 Richard Giddens - I am a New Zealander based in Melbourne Australia and am available to help. Can leave at short notice - Telecommunications/pabx/cabling is my trade - so if there is a need for people like me please let me know asap. Can also help with anything that is needed - general labour or building. Contact me richard.gidddens@gmail.com for phone number and cv etc - happy to work for nothing.

10 Anonymous - I am interested in volunteering. I am physically fit, a certified diver and have extensive experience working with animals of most any type. I don't mind working to help people, round up farm animals or just help clear debris -I would be willing to do any job I could be trained to do. I am 29 and live in Philadelphia PA, I should be able to give up to a month of my time. Please email me at scubaliz@aol.com

11 Josie Clowney - Hi, I speak Indonesian/Malay, am currently in the US. What can I do to help? Three indonesian-speaking friends of mine are also willing to fly to southeast asia if needed. Email: jclowney@umich.edu , Phone 734-277-7971

12 Anonymous - We're a couple living in Chicago with available time. We would love to help in any way we can and in any locations possible. Send e-mails to: pabi_boy@hotmail.com

13 Michael and Hannah - I live 30 min from NYC I would love to give of my time personally and with my family to help with any hands on relief efforts in and around NYC...packing, calling, you name it..hands on in this time of need. Email: alliedmedical@optonline.net or chirodoc@optonline.net

14 Fiona - I would also like to volunteer to help. Willing to travel to SE Asia and help for a month or more. I am currently in Hong Kong, can speak English, Chinese, Cantonese, limited Japanese. Email: fiona_tanghl@hotmail.com

15 Kellee - I want to volunteer, I want to come and help as needed. Where should I go, who should I contact? Please email me any information that would be helpful. I cannot come until March, two months away, but I'm sure help will still be needed then. I'm 24, graduated college little over a year ago now...live in the US and want to do for others, and not be self focused. Email: KelKeljean@aol.com

16 Anonymous - I am available for volunteer work in tsunami affected area. Willing to do whatever it takes. Email: seabee6566@yahoo.com

17 Karl Ernsberger/Philip Graber - We are Wilderness First Responders, and have intercultural training, and disaster rescue training as well. We are willing and able to get our EMT's on top of all that, or fly anywhere on our own expense right away. We can stay indefinitely. We have our own camping gear gathered and ready for anything including foul water and food of any grade, and have just had our vaccines boosted. We bring some of our own medical gear, but can also round up specific item needs if necessary. We are both strong, healthy, avid hikers/climbers/boaters/etc, and within a year of 20. My Phone number is 503 253 3563. Call me anytime day or night. (Ask for Karl Ernsberger or Philip Graber)

18 Beck - Hi, I have been trying to find out how to help with a blogging site. I could volunteer to bodily go there, I am an anthropologist, studied Andaman Islanders years ago, have only recent experience in Kuwait and Middle Eastern cultures (lived there awhile), but it looks like you have lots of qualified volunteers to go there. I really would like to help here with site, please let me know if there is anyway I can do that. My email is sealymay@hotmail.com . I am not sure my blog site is up and running, so email is best. Please let me know if I can help. I will keep trying to contact this site. The URL is http://Geolink.com. Also, try http://geolink.blogspot.com

19 Dave - I'd like to volunteer. davesch@ucla.edu

20 Edmund - I'm currently living in New York city and I would very much like to help with the ongoing relief efforts for the tsunami victims. I am willing to perform anything that can be done locally, like administrative tasks or errands. Please reach me at 1-646-209-0034 or tanel66@yahoo.com

21 Gary - I am living in Brisbane, Australia. I would really like to help in ANY way possible. I am a graphic designer by trade so I know my way around computers, but am ready and willing right now to help relief efforts on the ground, anywhere i can. Can someone tell me how i can help? Email: gloobun@yahoo.com.au , phone: + 61 4 14 428 495/ + 61 7 3254 0668

22 Harry H – Scottish (West Coast) - Would like to volunteer to help in anyway. Many years experience at top level public sector management in lots of areas including environmental health; regeneration; emergency planning: etc. 55 years old, fit, well travelled, basic first aider, and calm and clear in difficult situations. Would find time to volunteer for a month. Email: harry.harbottle@pipemedia.co.uk

23 Matt Davies - I'm willing to come over and do anything to help. I can put my hand to most things, so let me know how i can get involved. Email: matt__dave@hotmail.com . Phone +447779780849

24 Adam and Bob - Willing to volunteer overseas or in the united states for tsunami relief. Construction, contracting, and computer experience, plus many other fields. Email: axdp944@hotmail.com

25 Anonymous – I’m from calcutta, india.. currently live in atlanta, GA - i would like to volunteer my services in any way possible - fluent in english, hindi and bengali - am an independent business consultant and have flexibility with work time - if any local chapters of aid organizations need communication help, or any other kind of assistance - please contact me at wspanic@gmail.com

26 Anonymous - I would like to volunteer for tsunami relief. I am a former Peace Corps volunteer, have 20 years experience managing Wastewater (sewer) Treatment facilities (large and small) and am a pilot with tailwheel endorsement. Email: martremcheerful@yahoo.com

27 jennifer nguyen – female, 20, houston tx wants to help. Email: jenthinguyen@hotmail.com

28 Ruth Gamston - I want to volunteer from after 20th Jan indefinitely (until my money runs out). I am a development studies student and will help out wherever it's needed. Would prefer to go to more remote places, but not fussy. E-mail: ruthwsg@yahoo.co.uk or tel UK + (44) 0-208 740 8577

29 Anonymous - I live in Atlanta Georgia, and am available to help either here in the States on in Asia, please contact me at normatibs@comcast.net

30 B Chudasama - i am an IT professional living in the UK and want to help with the relief effort in Asia, I am able to travel to the area asap - please contact me via email chudasamab@hotmail.com

31 Stuart Hayley - I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER HELP. I WOULD LIKE TO HELP THE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE CAUGHT IN THE DEVESTATING TSUNAMI, Email: STUARTHAYLEY2000@YAHOO.COM

32 Elisabeth Richards - I'm 30 years old. I'm a teacher and first aider and I would like to volunteer in any way that I can. I can work till April. Email: Elisabethrichards@yahoo.co.uk or mcsenseone@hotmail.com

33 Joanna Thompson - Volunteering with imeadiate effect. Paying own way some experience with relief efforts willing to undertake any task. Email: joanna@joannathompson.wanadoo.co.uk

34 John Fornelli - My wife and I would like to volunteer to serve and help in any way in the tsunami relief effort. I am an ordained minister with over 10 years of experience in overseas ministry in Latin America and Africa. My wife is an RN with over 20 years experience in multiiple facits of health care. We are both physically strong and emotionally stable. Phone (630) 768-6351. Email: jmfornelli@yahoo.com

35 Anonymous - I would like to offer myself to help in any way possible to ease the suffering of the tsunami victims. I am a 33 year old female with an accounting degree..in good shape and healthy. Please let me know if there is anywhere I can go help, as I am available as soon as needed. I live in New Jersey, US. Email: Happy28joy@hotmail.com

36 Stuart - i am able to volunteer,i am working as a social worker in scotland and would be available for any length of time. Email: Stuartedin@hotmail.com

37 Anonymous - I would like to help in any way possible. I am an undergraduate student from New York. I would like to volunteer my time to the victims in Southeast Asia. Email arae4383@yahoo.com

38 R G Cooper - Please consider my offer to volunteer in any of the affected countries. I am a very able bodied 47 year old Canadian caucasian and am willing to work in what ever area you may need volunteers. Email: rgcooper@pacificcoast.net .

39 Anonymous - Please contact me with volunteer needs. I am in the Seattle area and willing to travel.Email: crackedlense@gmail.com

40 Jen - I would love to help in any way possible. Please email me at jglow@optonline.net

41 Matt - I am located in Akron, Ohio and would like to volunteer in any way shape or form to assist in the rescue and rebuilding of the areas damaged by the tsunami/quake. I can't keep sitting around and doing nothing, I feel like I need to contribute something more than just money. I can help for 2-3 weeks doing whatever is needed. Please contact me if I can be of any assistance. Email: EQSnods@sbcglobal.net

42 Mary - I can give up to one month (UNITL FEB 10th)of my time to help. I live 20 miles outside Boston,MA and can host anyone needing medical help (longer than 2-10) or am willing to travel where needed. Email: mzzola@charter.net

43 Lucio - I would definitely like to volunteer. I live in the Portland Metropolitan area. I am 32 years old and have ten years experience in social service work related to church, ministry, crisis intervention, mentally ill, addiction recovery. I am also a hard worker and willing to help with rebuilding or any other type of assistance as needed. Email: noyolal@yahoo.com . Phone - 503 753 050

44 Marty - I would very much like to volunteer to help. I am a strong, male in Vancouver, BC. Am a network engineer, have first aid training. Email: mlingg@telus.net

45 melfinn - I can also volunteer. Contact me and can go where ever needed. I live in Portand, OR..USA and have lots of skills. Email: mel_finn@hotmail.com Phone 503 936 8121

46 Beth Grant - I want to volunteer. I am a 37 yr old healthy female with experience in early childhood education if that helps. No money for travel expenses but I could raise it quickly if needed. Have applied for a leave of absence with my employer which shouldn't take long to go through. Email: eag61467@yahoo.com

47 Anonymous - I would like to volunteer. I am a 42 year old male. I am an elementary school teacher and have time/days to use if needed. I have been to several countries in the past and would love to volunteer if needed. Email: anoles62@msn.com

48 Marielle - I have been searching for ways in which I can assist with the tsunami disaster in SE Asia! I have no technical or medical background, but am adept at communications (textual, verbal), organization, and people relations. I am currently unemployed, and would like to dedicate my time to helping - I'm sure there are many tasks that need to be fulfilled. Even handing out supplies, helping with logistics/paperwork or providing a comforting arm. Can somebody tell me where I can volunteer? Email: mdameulenberg@hotmail.com

49 Camille Lopez - Able-bodied and skilled volunteer!! Willing to travel anywhere in Tsunami-hit area!! I work in international development and am a former Peace Corps volunteer. I can do computers, writing, budgeting, press relations, recruiting, report-writing, organization, supervision, planning or just manual labor. Email: camillelopez@yahoo.com

50 Amber Harrison - I EAGERLY WOULD LIKE TO ASSIST ANYWHERE AFFECTED BY THE TSUNAMI'S. I AM A COLLEGE STUDENT MAJORING IN BIOLOGY. I COULD ASSIST WITH THE WATER PURIFICATION, HEALTH ISSUES (AS I WAS PREVIOUSLY A EMT), OR IN ANY ASPECT THAT REQUIRES COMPASSION,HARD WORK AN DEDICATION. Phone 510-329-0350, Email: AHARR3@AOL.COM