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Hey everyone, :)
My name is Denise, and I want to spend this year abroad, working and connecting with new people, get to know other cultures and helping out wherever I can.
A little about me: I'm 20 and graduated from school in June 2023. Currently I am doing a gap year before I am starting university next year. I adore people, animals, sports, music and of course being outside in nature. Whenever I can, I go for a walk in the forest or trips to the mountains with my father. I would describe myself as a very open minded person who gets along with all types of people easily. Besides, travelling is nothing new for me. I've been travelling to many different countries since I was little and I also did a 4-month internship in Spain, which taught me what it's like to live alone and become more independent. The last two months I spent in alone in Kenya volunteering as a teacher which opened up my eyes and let me see the world from a different point of view. Now, I am much more grateful for all the little things and really appreciate the life I have. At the moment I am in Hawaii with a good friend of mine.
I'm genuinely simply trying to be of assistance and hoping to spread some love wherever I go.Interests
CampingDancingHistoryYoga / WellnessHitchhikingFarmingCyclingPlant careOutdoor activitiesPetsWater sportsLanguagesSelf developmentSustainabilityVegetarian or veganPolitics / Social justiceNatureFitnessGardeningMountain
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German: Fluent
English: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
GardeningLife at a FarmstayEco ProjectsAnimal CareCharity WorkTeachingGeneral MaintenanceDIY and building projectsSome knowledge of:
Babysitting and creative playCreating/ Cooking family mealsHelping around the houseHelping with Computers/ InternetAble to teach about:
Hospitality/TourismLanguagesMore details about your skills
Since, I've already worked several times with children I know how to look after them and play with them. Furthermore, I am a good cooker and love to take care of animals. I am also interested in gardening. Due to my education in school I am trained in tourism, accounting, and business. In addition, we have subjects such as computer science, nutrition, politics, law and 4 languages (German - mother tongue, English C1, French B1+, Spanish A2). I've also spent nearly 4 months in Spain, working for a hotel. This experience has taught me a lot about what it's like to live alone, take responsibility and being self confident.
I would love to work on a farm and taking care of animals and plants while exploring the island but I also adore children and wouldn't mind to teach them various languages and other subjects. Of course I am open to all kind of work - I will help wherever I can.
Last but not least: I am capable to work long hours without loosing my motivation or my smile. :)Age
20
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I really appreciate the strong bond with my friends and family, but fortunately I never feel homesick. Exercise and sports have a great importance in my life. I've been doing judo since I was little, but I love any kind of sport - currently also especially the gym. I have an international drivers license and I know how to cook!
I also enjoy talking to new people about a wide variety of topics: What's going on in the world, how we can improve ourselves and the world, sustainability, and so on. I am crazy about animals (cows and cats are my favorite animals), which is also the reason why I am a Vegetarian.
I am flexible, very willing to learn and actually happy when I am taught new things, which I then immediately try to implement in the best possible way.
Hope to get to know you soon! :)
Best,
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I couldn't imagine a better place to have such an experience. I had previously been in another school where many things didn't go well, so I am overjoyed that I experienced the opposite in this school. I‘ve spent two weeks at… read more
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful two weeks on your enchanting farm. Your warm hospitality made us feel welcome since the moment when we first came into your living room, and the tasks on the farm was more a pleasure than a duty – a genuine joy.
We especially appreciate how you treated… read more
First and foremost, I would like to express my gratitude for the past four weeks. I am thankful for welcoming me into your community. It has been an experience like no other. However, there are some things I'd like to share with future volunteers. We find ourselves in a very impoverished area in Kenya, and the living conditions… read more
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