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I am Tani, photographer, documentary filmmaker and textil artist.. I have my textil art brand and photography as my main jobs. I live in the San Miguel neighborhood in Lima near the airport. It is a residential/commercial and quiet area.
There are many smalls parks around, also 5 traditional markets nearby, 1 shopping center and cycle paths.
About the WorkAway Experience in My Home:
I want to clarify a few things about my WorkAway experience so that those who come to my home know what to expect and what not to.
First, I offer accommodation, a comfortable and welcoming place to stay, and I am open to sharing experiences, knowledge, and companionship. However, I want to be clear that I do not provide meals. Food expenses are shared among those who live in the house. The kitchen is fully equipped, and you will have access to everything you need.
Another very important aspect for me is the respect for coexistence. Keeping shared spaces clean and organized is essential, but this is not part of the volunteer work—it's simply what any person should do as part of living in a shared space. I expect WorkAway volunteers to treat my home with the same care and consideration as their own.
Water, electricity, and gas consumption increases with each additional person in the home. I ask you to be mindful of your usage and not take it for granted.
Regarding the volunteer work itself, the tasks vary depending on what I need at the time. Sometimes there is more work to do, sometimes less, and sometimes none at all. The idea is that we can coordinate together, and I always try to ensure that the work is fair and reasonable.
Now, I want to address a crucial issue. I have had some experiences with travelers that have made me rethink the kind of people I welcome. Some arrive with an attitude of economic superiority, making unnecessary comparisons between their country and Peru. I don't want volunteers who constantly compare local prices with those in their home country. Peru has its own economy, and not everything has to be cheaper just because it's a Latinoamérica country.
I do not tolerate condescending attitudes or the assumption that those of us who live here are trying to take advantage of foreigners economically. This type of thinking is a manifestation of privilege and a lack of respect for local reality.
Fairness is not about treating everyone equally, but about recognizing and respecting different realities. Prices, wages, and costs of living vary from place to place, and assuming that something "should" be cheaper just because of your own economic frame of reference is a privileged and narrow-minded way of thinking.
If you are someone who values cultural exchange, respects the reality of the place you are visiting, and is willing to be part of a fair and harmonious coexistence, then you are very welcome. But if you come with an attitude of entitlement or superiority, I prefer not to host you.
I believe in enriching and respectful exchanges, where both sides learn and benefit. If you align with this philosophy, I would be happy to receive you in my home.
For me, it’s important that travelers have enough time to adapt to the routine and atmosphere of the home. Therefore, I prefer minimum stays of two weeks. This allows both of us to get accustomed and have a more peaceful and harmonious cohabitation. I value the respect and responsibility of each person in the use of resources and general coexistence
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Soy Tani, fotógrafa, documentalista y artista textil.. Tengo mi marca de arte textil y la fotografía como mis principales trabajos. Vivo en el barrio de San Miguel en Lima cerca del aeropuerto. Es una zona residencial/comercial y tranquila.
Hay muchos parques pequeños alrededor, también 5 mercados tradicionales cerca, 1 centro comercial y ciclovías.
Estoy en busca de voluntarios que valoren una convivencia basada en el respeto, la colaboración y el intercambio cultural genuino. Mi hogar es un espacio donde podrán encontrar comodidad, apoyo y un ambiente agradable, pero es importante establecer expectativas claras desde el inicio para evitar malentendidos.
Sobre la convivencia:
Es fundamental mantener orden y limpieza en los espacios compartidos. Esto no es parte del voluntariado, sino una norma básica de convivencia.
Cada persona es responsable de sus propios gastos de alimentación. Hay una cocina completamente equipada donde pueden preparar sus comidas.
El consumo de agua, luz y gas aumenta con cada persona extra en casa. Les pido que sean conscientes de su uso y no lo den por sentado.
La convivencia en casa es flexible. A veces hay más cosas que hacer y otras veces menos, pero no esperen un esquema rígido de tareas.
Sobre el voluntariado:
La ayuda que necesito varía. Puede incluir apoyo en proyectos creativos, labores específicas en casa o simplemente compartir conocimientos y experiencias.
No busco personas que consideren que limpiar, cocinar o mantener el orden son parte del voluntariado. Esas son responsabilidades individuales y parte del respeto por el espacio compartido.
Sobre la cultura y la perspectiva económica:
No quiero recibir voluntarios que hagan comparaciones constantes entre los precios locales y los de su país de origen. Perú tiene su propia economía, y no todo tiene que ser más barato solo porque se encuentra en Latinoamérica.
No tolero actitudes condescendientes ni el supuesto de que quienes vivimos aquí intentamos aprovechar económicamente a los extranjeros. Este tipo de pensamiento es una manifestación de privilegio y una falta de respeto hacia la realidad local.
La equidad no significa que todo deba adaptarse a su comodidad o a su visión de lo que es "justo" según su contexto. Si buscan una experiencia en otro país, también deben estar abiertos a entender y respetar sus dinámicas.
En resumen, busco personas abiertas, respetuosas y con una mentalidad de intercambio justo. Si sientes que puedes aportar y aprender en este espacio con una actitud de respeto y colaboración, estaré feliz de recibirte.
Para mí, es importante que los viajeros tengan tiempo suficiente para adaptarse a la rutina y al ambiente del hogar. Por eso, prefiero estancias mínimas de dos semanas. Esto permite que ambos nos acostumbremos y tengamos una convivencia más tranquila y armoniosa. Aprecio el respeto y la responsabilidad de cada uno en el uso de recursos y la convivencia en general.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Language practice
Teaching
DIY and building projects
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Puedo proporcionarle mucha información sobre Perú y ayudarle a elaborar su plan de viaje. Tengo mucho conocimiento del país por haber viajado mucho por aquí.
Si quieres compañía en uno de tus viajes turísticos, puedo acompañarte y mostrarte la ciudad.
Podemos comunicarnos en inglés si lo necesitas.
I can provide you with a lot of information about Peru and help you develop your travel plan. I have a lot of knowledge of the country from having traveled here a lot.
If you want company on one of your tourist trips, I can accompany you and show you the city.
We can communicate in English if you need it.
Help
•Painting and remodel a room
•Help in creating content for my fabric brand
•Help with my art projects (Weaving and photography)
•Organization and deep cleaning (always)
•Cooking
•Gardening
•Make polished cement floor
Languages
Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
English: Intermediate
French: BeginnerThis host offers a language exchange
I can help you speak Spanish and I would also like to practice my English and especially French. I would also like to learn new languages such as Italian, Portuguese and German.
Accommodation
The apartment is located in the San Miguel neighborhood in Lima, Peru. The room I provide is spacious, it has a double bed. The bathroom is shared. I live in front of an avenue so there are noises typical of the context.
El departamento está ubicado en el barrio de San Miguel en Lima, Perú. La habitación que proporciono es amplia y cuenta con una cama doble. El baño es compartido. Vivo frente a una avenida, por lo que es común encontrar ruido.
What else ...
En Lima hay varias cosas que hacer, como paseos por el malecón con vista al Océano Pacífico, muchos museos, bares, cafés, el centro histórico, deportes de aventura y playas.
Podemos organizar un paseo en bicicleta por la costa verde. No se aceptan visitas. No se permite fumar dentro de la casa. Se debe mantener el orden y la limpieza. De 23:00 a 6:00, sin interrupción.
In Lima there are several things to do such as walks along the boardwalk overlooking the Pacific Ocean, there are many museums, bars, cafes, the historic center, adventure sports, beaches.
We can organize a bike ride along the green coast
Visitors are not accepted. There is no smoking inside the house. Order and cleanliness must be maintained. From 11pm to 6am without the drops of silence.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
You will have a table or desk to work as well as a good internet connection. If you need you can bring a cable to use internet via cable.
How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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Me ayudó a arreglar unas cortinas también la puerta de la ducha me ayudó a elaborar dos bastidores de madera para tejer los cuales salieron perfectos… read more
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Me ayudó a arreglar unas cortinas también la puerta de la ducha me ayudó a elaborar dos bastidores de madera para tejer los cuales salieron perfectos… read more
My stay with Tani was filled with laughter, engaging conversations, and a shared love for food. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in life in Lima, Tani is the perfect host. She enjoys spending time together, introducing you to incredible culinary spots in the city, and… read more
Aprendí varias cosas de macramé y cómo funciona un emprendimiento.
Recomiendo mayor precisión en la descripción del perfil en cuanto al tema de la alimentación.
