Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Mexico - from Dec 2023 until Apr 2024 View all
Description
Hi there, my name is Diego.
I was born in Chile and lived for more than 28 years in Santiago. My profession is an Agricultural Engineer, I dedicated myself for years to the development of biological and organic products for agriculture.
The motivation to join Workaway stems from the concern of knowing how people live in other parts of the world, learning from them and being able to share my culture with them. In addition to being able to contribute with my "grain of sand" to the realization of their projects and dreams.
I find happiness working in the fields, in a deep conversation, sharing some music, cooking, exchanging ideas about everything, walking in nature and playing sports.
Carpe diem, living the present from the oriental point of view are great ideas where I get inspiration for the day to day. So if we get to know each other, you can count on me to get involved in your project as if there were no tomorrow, being 100% committed and putting all my energies into the required tasks.
I have lived in Sweden and Germany. I have also volunteered in more than 10 countries.
My idea is that Workaway accompanies me during these years in which I want to visit part of the planet.
Interests
DIY & craftsVideographyMovies & TVNatureHitchhikingBeachPlant careSailing / BoatingSelf developmentYoga / WellnessWritingSustainabilityOutdoor activitiesLanguagesMountainMusicHikingGardeningFarmingCulture
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Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Portuguese: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am interested in sharing and teaching my mother tongue, Spanish. Interested in perfecting my English and in the future learning Italian and French.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Languages
Being an elderly companion
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
Art Projects
Some knowledge of:
Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Helping around the house
Able to teach about:
Gardening
More details about your skills
I studied agronomic engineering and dedicated myself for more than 4 years to the development of biological and organic products for agriculture. Volunteer related to organic production in greenhouses, construction and cooking.
Age
33
What else ...
I like to play the guitar and the jew's harp. I also enjoy playing tennis, soccer and bouldering or rock climbing, play board games and watch films.
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
No, I'm not allergic to anything.Special dietary requirements
My diet is flexitarian, which means I have an eating style that encourages eating mostly plant-based foods and allows meat and other animal products in moderation.
Feedback
Together with my partner we spent about 3 weeks, where we mainly worked with mineral plasters and paint with natural dyes that we applied to the exterior facade of his home.
Among the different tasks we carried out there was also the installation of a windbreak in his… read more
Diego y su pareja son dos personas responsables y honestas.
Nos ayudaron a cumplir con varias tareas algunas que no eran del centro y lo hicieron excelente.
Nos enseñaron algunas recetas de sus países (muy deliciosas 😋).
Nos comparten información importante para nuestro… read more
Junto a… read more
It's been a while since we saw each other, but I haven't forgotten your farm and the feedback from my experience.
Mohammed is an incredible man with a beautiful and challenging dream: to have a farm with organic food near the sea in a soil damaged by erosion and incredibly sandy. It was inspiring to see all the work you have put in and… read more
Ciao
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Feedback
Together with my partner we spent about 3 weeks, where we mainly worked with mineral plasters and paint with natural dyes that we applied to the exterior facade of his home.
Among the different tasks we carried out there was also the installation of a windbreak in his… read more
Diego y su pareja son dos personas responsables y honestas.
Nos ayudaron a cumplir con varias tareas algunas que no eran del centro y lo hicieron excelente.
Nos enseñaron algunas recetas de sus países (muy deliciosas 😋).
Nos comparten información importante para nuestro… read more
Junto a… read more
It's been a while since we saw each other, but I haven't forgotten your farm and the feedback from my experience.
Mohammed is an incredible man with a beautiful and challenging dream: to have a farm with organic food near the sea in a soil damaged by erosion and incredibly sandy. It was inspiring to see all the work you have put in and… read more
Ciao
During the short stay we were able to learn construction with mud, prepare tagines, some words in Arabic and about the Moroccan and Berber culture. If you stay longer, I am sure that you will be able to learn many more things. The accommodation is simple and minimalist, I… read more
When I approach to a volunteering experience, I aspire to find a place where I can test my abilities, learn new things, connect with people and the environment, can be a contribution and be valued/respected for… read more
The organization/institute led by Ounut and Alex is a lighthouse of knowledge for everyone who is attracted to knowing how to live in the countryside, how to manage a farm that produces food all year round and how to make your dream of making this… read more
Ana and Chris create an incredible environment in the center and have made this place a little paradise on earth. Both were very cordial and affectionate, trying to… read more
The hostel is small, clean, warm and has a capacity of around 20 beds between shared and private rooms. The location of the hostel is excellent, a few steps from the Parliament building, museums, parks and the main… read more
Before I arrived they were extremely committed to me and upon arrival they were clear and detailed with each instruction that they gave me to be able to have a good… read more
He volunteered with us for 1… read more
Efraín, who is the volunteer coordinator, and all the staff are eloquent and are always available to answer questions and… read more
