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As a supporter of projects and activist groups that mobilize with peaceful protest actions in favor of nature protection and against climate change, I would be excited to do something active to improve the situation. The western, capitalist lifestyle I was born and raised in, does not make me happy and I want to get away from it for a while, also to see what I can actively do about it once I'm back in Europe. I also realize that I have been living in a privileged situation all my life and therefore want to give something back and help as much as possible.
I would be honoured to participate in your project as a volunteer since rainforests cover about 12% of the planet's land area and are the most important green lung on Earth, an estimated 50 percent of terrestrial biodiversity is found in rainforests. I am therefore convinced that efforts to reforestation and protection must start from there.
Last year I spent 3 months in a Finca in Ecuador, learning about Permaculture, Vetiver and Bambus (the owner of the farm focused on reforestation, vetiver and bambus cultivation and selling and land restoration). I am very determined and when I decide to do something I carry it through to the end without complaining or looking back. I can adapt very easily to extreme living conditions, I am outgoing and I get along well with all kinds of personalities. I have a strong work ethic and perform my duties in a diligent and responsible manner.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Interpreting and Translation of English, German and Russian (with Italian as my native language). I have held many different types of jobs so I already have experience with heavy physical labour and teamwork. I have experience with children as babysitter and language teacher and pets and I know how to take care of another living being.
If your project needs a dedicated volunteer, I would be thrilled to have the opportunity to assist. I am very flexible with hours and shifts, and have no demands on room and board. I would be available to volunteer at your facility for at least 2 weeks, probably staying one month or more if possible, as strange as it may seems for a traveller, I don´t like to move from place to place too often. I will arrive in San Paul on the 1st of February 2023.
During this experience I hope to gain knowledge and practical skills regarding sustainability and living with nature, which I can then put into practice and / or pass on once back in Europe, I would be grateful for the opportunity to participate in your project. I look forward to your response.Interests
Yoga / WellnessWritingVegetarian or veganSustainabilityPlant careNatureLanguagesHikingCultureFarmingDrawing & paintingDancingCyclingCampingAdventure sportsBooksBeachAnimalsLanguages
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
Russian: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am a language teacher in Germany, so I would have no problem in teaching English or Italian if needed, maybe also some basics of German. Since my last trip in Ecuador and Peru I can fluently talk in Spanish and understand. I unfortunately speak no Portuguise at all.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco ProjectsAnimal CareGardeningDIY and building projectsHospitality/TourismSome knowledge of:
TeachingLife at a FarmstayMore details about your skills
I know how to make compost, I know something about the proper soil to plant and how to grow in a Treenursery to then move the plant on the soil. I can use a machete and make a fire and then make sure it doesn´t go off. I can cut and make reproduce Bambus and Vetiver. I know which plants should be planted together and which not and how to take care of a kitchen garden.
I have teaching experience with grown up and children and Babysitting experience as well.
I have a Bachelor's degree in Interpreting and Translation of English, German and Russian (with Italian as my native language). I already have experience with heavy physical labour and teamwork.Age
28
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I would expect to have a meal 2 or 3 times a day and a place to sleep in exchange for my work, It doesn´t matter if I have to cook the meal by mayself, the important thing is that the host provides the food.
I do not have a tent nor a sleeping bag so I would need an accomodation with a bed and covers and possibly a mosquitonetz.Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
Special dietary requirements
Vegetarian
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I loved this experience. There were other 2 couples of volunteers during my staying, one of the with a small baby, and another girl around 30.
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THE PLACE
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