Ian

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  • Travel information

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    At home

    My next destination:

    Canada - from May 2024 until Nov 2024
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  • Description

    Hello, my name is Ian and I'm from York, England. Most recently I have travelled in my self-converted camper van and volunteered in Europe, particularly Germany, following a Sociology course at the University of York, and before that I worked in IT for several years. I am ready for a return to travel now that Covid restrictions have subsided, once again motivated to challenge myself with Workaway volunteering!

    Having thought about writing for a while now, I would like to embark on this alongside my travels and volunteering. I believe I have at least one novel and one non-fiction book within me, relating to society and human behaviour, which, being a philosopher, has always retained my attention.

    In general, I am looking to develop myself further as a human being - I am incredibly focused on making a positive difference in the world, finding working for money (past necessity) soul draining and depressing. There is a better way, and I want to find my place in the world, somewhere I feel at home, integrated, with meaningful purpose and responsibility.

    I am eager to learn new skills while sharing my knowledge and experience, keen to learn new languages (such as French and Spanish, having already gained an intermediate knowledge of and ability in German while volunteering there), and look forward to immersing myself in different cultures and ways of life.

    I am a very easy going, open minded and compassionate individual. I value different opinions and perspectives, as I can learn a lot from them in comparison to my own.

    I enjoy bouldering (rock climbing), tennis, slacklining, guitar/singing, hiking and wild camping (amongst many other things!). Last year I hostelled in Mexico which developed a taste for hostel life, and working with people in hostels is now very appealing to me. I'm physically fit and want to engage more in practical work such as gardening, farm work, building, DIY projects, renovation projects and eco projects. I'm versatile, efficient and quick-to-learn, appreciating diversity in the tasks I perform.

    I hope I sound like someone you're looking for, and I look forward to meeting you! :)

  • Interests

    DIY & crafts
    Events & social
    Mountain
    Music
    Politics / Social justice
    Self development
    Carpentry
    Camping
    Adventure sports
    Writing
    Van life
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Movies & TV
    Hiking
    Farming
    Gardening
    History
    Charity work
    Books

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  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    German: Intermediate
    French: Beginner

    More details about my language interests
    I would like to learn French & Spanish. I would be able to teach English or assist with learning, being a native English speaker.

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  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Eco Projects
    Animal Care
    Hospitality/Tourism
    Teaching

    Some knowledge of:  

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Babysitting and creative play
    General Maintenance
    Life at a Farmstay
    Helping around the house
    Charity Work
    Languages

    Able to teach about:  

    Helping with Computers/ Internet
  • More details about your skills

    IT/computing skills, gardening experience, DIY experience, project management, communication and organisational skills, good hand-eye coordination, musical ability, good with children

    BA Philosophy, PGDip Sociology, IT certifications, Certificate in Counselling Skills, trained Samaritans volunteer and team leader/supervisor

    Rock climbing, tennis, table tennis, slacklining

  • Age

    40

  • What else ...

    I enjoy Chess and playing board games with people in general.

    I love climbing, particularly bouldering.

    While I can play instruments and am relatively musically talented, I would like to practice and feel more confident playing with / in front of other people.

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    • Smoker

    • Driver's licence

    • Allergies

    • Special dietary requirements

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