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My name is Elsa and I am interested in living a sustainable life. Everything from upcycling, zero waste living, renewable energy, bio-agriculture projects, social and humanitarian projects.
Currently, I am working on a project that helps access to energy in developing countries. I work with francophone Africa, and therefore I would like to improve my french.
I work remote 8 hours from monday to friday and therefore I need a good internet conection. The rest of the time I would be really happy to contribute to your project while practising my french.
I am easygoing person, open, sociable. I would like to discuss about everything, learning from others, teaching what I have learned in the way.
By the way, I am a foodie, so I would love to cook and share a meal with you!
Interests
Gardening
Yoga / Wellness
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Plant care
Outdoor activities
Nature
Cooking & food
Charity work
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: FluentMore details about my language interests
Learning French
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Eco Projects
Being an elderly companion
Some knowledge of:
Helping around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
Able to teach about:
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Languages
More details about your skills
-Participate in sustainable projects (growing vegetables)
-Planning and organizing projects
- teaching spanish, english, computer skills, giving training courses.
- Cooking
- Dealing with customers.
- Organising social activities
- providing ideas to improve almost anything.
- Managing Teams
- I can motivate people.
Age
46
What else ...
Interested in anything that is new, but specially interest in any thing related to leaving on sustainable way respecting our planet!
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NOSpecial dietary requirements
NO
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30 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Enjoy magnificent walks and ...)
I stayed for 1 week at Thèréses house. The area is perfect and calm if you are searching for a place to be in contact with nature. Amazing views from the kitchen! The work in the garden was mostly maiteinance, and we had to fight with some weeds that attack the phytodepuration station! But was nice to do it with her sometimes so we could encourage… read more
(Excellent
)
12 Sep 2024
Left by host (Enjoy magnificent walks and ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa est une personne très dynamique et positive ! Elle m'a été d'une grande aide au jardin - malgré la pluie parfois ;-). Nous avons aussi eu beaucoup de bonnes discussions (elle parle très bien le français), et échangé des recettes de cuisine.
J'ai beaucoup apprécié sa communication claire, sa bonne humeur et son efficacité au travail.
Elle… read more
J'ai beaucoup apprécié sa communication claire, sa bonne humeur et son efficacité au travail.
Elle… read more
(Excellent
)
27 May 2023
Left by host (Experience authentic village ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa stayed for a week and was most helpful with setting up a blog. She also helped me get my house closed as I was leaving on a long trip, so carrying plants, cleaning, etc... During the days she was mostly online doing her own work, but she was available in the evenings and even cooked a couple meals for me and some friends. She has even been… read more
(Excellent
)
27 May 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Experience authentic village ...)
I spend a week and a half with Camille in March and my Boutenac experience could not be better.
Camille is a very generous woman, well-traveled, with a very interesting life- She cooked great food, so I think I gained some weight being there. She ensured that I could practice my french by taking me to her meetings with friends, which was really… read more
Camille is a very generous woman, well-traveled, with a very interesting life- She cooked great food, so I think I gained some weight being there. She ensured that I could practice my french by taking me to her meetings with friends, which was really… read more
(Excellent
)
16 Nov 2022
Left by host (Come and stay in a beautiful ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa a été d'une grande aide pour le jardin, le démontage du campement et l'installation d'une safranière mobile. C'est une personne très agréable à vivre, qui participe à la vie commune, propose toujours son aide et avec qui j'ai eue de très intéressantes discussions. J'espère que son français se sera affiné comme elle le souhaitait mais son… read more
(Excellent
)
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30 Sep 2024
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Enjoy magnificent walks and ...)
I stayed for 1 week at Thèréses house. The area is perfect and calm if you are searching for a place to be in contact with nature. Amazing views from the kitchen! The work in the garden was mostly maiteinance, and we had to fight with some weeds that attack the phytodepuration station! But was nice to do it with her sometimes so we could encourage… read more
(Excellent)
12 Sep 2024
Left by host (Enjoy magnificent walks and ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa est une personne très dynamique et positive ! Elle m'a été d'une grande aide au jardin - malgré la pluie parfois ;-). Nous avons aussi eu beaucoup de bonnes discussions (elle parle très bien le français), et échangé des recettes de cuisine.
J'ai beaucoup apprécié sa communication claire, sa bonne humeur et son efficacité au travail.
Elle… read more
J'ai beaucoup apprécié sa communication claire, sa bonne humeur et son efficacité au travail.
Elle… read more
(Excellent)
27 May 2023
Left by host (Experience authentic village ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa stayed for a week and was most helpful with setting up a blog. She also helped me get my house closed as I was leaving on a long trip, so carrying plants, cleaning, etc... During the days she was mostly online doing her own work, but she was available in the evenings and even cooked a couple meals for me and some friends. She has even been… read more
(Excellent)
27 May 2023
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Experience authentic village ...)
I spend a week and a half with Camille in March and my Boutenac experience could not be better.
Camille is a very generous woman, well-traveled, with a very interesting life- She cooked great food, so I think I gained some weight being there. She ensured that I could practice my french by taking me to her meetings with friends, which was really… read more
Camille is a very generous woman, well-traveled, with a very interesting life- She cooked great food, so I think I gained some weight being there. She ensured that I could practice my french by taking me to her meetings with friends, which was really… read more
(Excellent)
16 Nov 2022
Left by host (Come and stay in a beautiful ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa a été d'une grande aide pour le jardin, le démontage du campement et l'installation d'une safranière mobile. C'est une personne très agréable à vivre, qui participe à la vie commune, propose toujours son aide et avec qui j'ai eue de très intéressantes discussions. J'espère que son français se sera affiné comme elle le souhaitait mais son… read more
(Excellent)
4 Sep 2022
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Painting, help with garden ...)
Staying at Beatrix's place was really rewarding! She is such a generous person. In addition, to help me with my french a lot, she showed me some villages around, brought me to the village's market, and cook some french dishes for me, including duck! Amazing!
The work in garden and house was light and varied! I really enjoyed all kinds of… read more
The work in garden and house was light and varied! I really enjoyed all kinds of… read more
(Excellent)
3 Sep 2022
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Elsa est sympathique et chaleureuse. Elle m'a appris des recettes de cuisine espagnoles très bonnes, et a préparé pour mes invités la célèbre Agua de Valencia, un régal ! Elle s'investit beaucoup dans l'écologie, ce qui correspond tout à fait à ce que je fais chez moi.
Elsa has a nice and warm personality. She taught me some spanish cooking… read more
Elsa has a nice and warm personality. She taught me some spanish cooking… read more
(Excellent)
22 Aug 2015
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Join our education team and ...)
I was three weeks teaching in the main center in Phon Phen. It was a wonderfull experience to be able to help a little bit to the organisation. The young adults I was teaching were incredible, they come from very poor backgrounds, but they are eagern to learn and to reach their goals in life. I learn more from them, that they from me. Great… read more
(Very good)
27 Jul 2015
Left by host (Become part of our lovely ...) for Workawayer ()
Elsa stayed with us for just few days but she left big love to my family, especially Sam and Kitty. Sam loves and remember her as ELSA from FROZEN and we miss her as a sweet, nice girl with much energy for teaching and playing with children. We miss her Spanish food she made for saying goodbye to us. Elsa is a very simple and easygoing girl, your… read more
(Excellent)
12 Jun 2015
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Thank you Elsa for your hard work and a big heart in helping Vietnamese students to practice their English
Many students asked us where Elsa is, they felt sad when hearing that you had left. You are very committed person in helping other people, we need those kinds of volunteer. I would highly recommend you to volunteer in any places where you… read more
Many students asked us where Elsa is, they felt sad when hearing that you had left. You are very committed person in helping other people, we need those kinds of volunteer. I would highly recommend you to volunteer in any places where you… read more
(Excellent)
31 May 2015
Left by Workawayer () for host
(Cool cafe welcomes dynamic ...)
This is a great opportunity for volunteers to meet Vietnamise people and learn more about the culture. Customers and Staff are super friendly and eager to learn. I did not feel like working at all, just like hanging out with friends. Everyday there are events, live music, English contest, karaoke. I had the opportunity to host the talk show… read more
(Very good)
7 Jun 2015
Left by Workawayer () for host
(An Unforgettable Experience ...)
I worked here for 1 month in April. I was in the outskirts of Hanoi. The area was more like a village. The students where really eagern to learn. The lessons were organised and we knew the contents and groups that we were going to teach every week. Ms Hay is really a nice person who cares about the students and organise free time activities to let… read more
(Excellent)
8 May 2015
Left by host for Workawayer ()
Elsa joined my organization in April 2015 and volunteered for the program for 1 month. During this time she taught at various schools in the community and became a valued part of our start-up-business.
Elsa’s enthusiasm and dedication is inspiring and motivating. She worked hard to build authentic relationships with her students and fellow… read more
Elsa’s enthusiasm and dedication is inspiring and motivating. She worked hard to build authentic relationships with her students and fellow… read more
(Excellent)
