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My volunteer work at the Children Center in South Africa
We actually did something every day in smaller groups and you could always join us anywhere. I was particularly surprised at how quickly the children built trust in us.
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My volunteer work in the sea turtle project in Tanzania
I found it very enriching to see and experience how little you can really get by with and how little it takes to be happy and content.
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My volunteer work in a wildlife conservation project in Namibia
We arrived after dark and the first thing I noticed when I got out of the car was the roaring of the lions. We were there and it could finally start!
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My volunteer work in the street children project in Accra
Ghana has become my second home in such a short time and a part of my heart will always be there. It's an incredible country, but it can't be described, you have to experience it yourself.
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My experiences in the street children project in Ghana
I really enjoyed my time in Ghana. I experienced incredibly great things and gained experiences that I could never have had in Germany! I will never forget this time!
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My experiences in the Husky project in Swedish Lapland
The husky project is also great in summer and I would have loved to have been there longer.
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My experiences in the nature reserve in Costa Rica
Since I had already really liked the country in the first four weeks, I decided to stay a week longer to explore Costa Rica even more.
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My experience of volunteering in Senegal
My trip to Senegal shaped me a lot and I would do it again and again. You are doing something good for the people there, but also for yourself.
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My volunteer work at the horse farm in Peru
My eight weeks on the farm are among the best experiences I have ever had. I felt like part of the family right from day one.
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Teaching English in Bali – my experience report
I recently had the opportunity to take part in a volunteer project and teach English in a village in Bali. The project is committed to improving educational opportunities for children in Bali.
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Field report from the street dog project in Cusco, Peru
Working with the dogs was emotionally challenging! It was just heartbreaking to see the suffering of these animals that grew up on the streets and struggled to survive. But that's exactly what gave me the motivation to give everyone my best.
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My experience of volunteering at the Children Center in Cusco
I had the incredible privilege of participating in a volunteer project at the Children Center in Peru. It was an unforgettable experience that changed my life forever.
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My volunteer work in the animal sanctuary in Costa Rica
I really enjoyed my time in Costa Rica. I was in Costa Rica for a total of three weeks during the semester break, two of which were in the animal sanctuary.
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My volunteer work in animal welfare classes in Thailand
During my time in Thailand I learned how little it takes to be happy. I also found it incredibly great to be making new friends over and over again. The local team was like a big family to me.
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My volunteer work in the street children project in Delhi, India
The hospitality, the colorful culture and the laughing children made India unforgettable for me. I came to teach the kids but I also learned so much from them.
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My volunteer work at the animal shelter and animal welfare in South Africa
I lived with a host family in Cape Town for 4 weeks and during that time I worked in the animal welfare project. Cape Town is beautiful and I definitely recommend it, I can't rave enough about it.
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My volunteer work at the ashram in Thailand
The Eco-Village is a small oasis run by Om and Tom - two warm-hearted people who make the place what it is with their spirit. I had an exciting journey with wonderful people and touching experiences.
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My volunteer work as a Wildlife Volunteer in Zimbabwe
In fact, every day was a special experience. To see these fascinating animals every day and to have met many new people - both the guides and the other participants in the project.
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My volunteer work with children in San José
Working with the children between the ages of six months and twelve years was very exciting and eventful. (...) My tasks essentially consisted of providing support with childcare, helping with lunch, playing outside, etc.
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