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Hi, I'm Vanessa :) I am a French-Dominican student currently based in France, but I grew up under the Caribbean sun in Guadeloupe ☀️ I'm a music lover and a sucker for good novels, but above all (as many other workawayers) I am fascinated with traveling and meeting new people! Foreign languages have always been my main interest because they open up endless possibilities for meaningful encounters, and I look forward to live unique experiences. ~🌸
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What we do to keep Workaway safe

We strive to offer useful resources and ensure the safety of our community members with effective measures.

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Our team manually verifies every new Workawayer and host profile before they are listed on the site.

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We offer assistance towards emergency situations when a host fails to fulfil their commitments.

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Our 24/7 email support team is here to answer your questions and offer advice to help resolve any issues.

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Members can securely verify their identity via official ID to inspire trust and promote safety.

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Our team reviews every feedback to help us stay informed and take action when appropriate.

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Projects that involve children are required to establish and comply with child protection guidelines.

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Workaway Giving Back

We’re on a mission to make a positive impact through our travels!

Fighting climate change

Here at Workaway, we are committed to travelling sustainably and want to take responsibility in reducing our carbon footprint.

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Our mission

Our ultimate aim is to build a community of global travellers who want to see the world whilst contributing and giving back to the places they visit.

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We believe empowering communities at a local level is one of the most impactful ways to help them build self-sustainable livelihoods.

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