Nadia

From: Mexico

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Myanmar, Nepal, Rwanda, Singapore, Thailand, Uganda
Travel dates
01/05/2019 - 31/12/2020
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My status
Travelling
Description
*️️️️️️*️️️️️️*️️️️️️PROACTIVE & QUICK-LEARNER SUPPORT with a POSITIVE & UP-BEAT ATTITUDE :) *️️️️️️*️️️️️️*️️️️️️

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>>>NADIA’S INTRO

I am Nadia from Mexico City and I am very excited about this upcoming adventure! I’ve decided to leave behind my 7 year-life in China to keep moving, growing and enriching my days. I want to continue discovering and learning and that’s why I am planning this 7 month-travel journey. I believe there’s more to life out there and to be able to support/help some of these amazing Workaway projects will give me the chance to enjoy these rewarding moments and unique lifetime experiences that I am looking for.

I will always try to do my best with a proactive, positive and up-beat attitude.

I assigned topics to each section hoping for an easy reading based on your priorities.

Thanks in advance for reading me and considering me!

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>>>NADIA’S BACKGROUND

I have travelled so far to +25 countries in America, Europe and Asia.

I have lived in Italy (8 months), France (6 months) & China (7 years) for studies and/or full-time jobs.

I am passionate about travelling because I love going to new places; learning about their amazing cultures; sharing time with the locals and being surrounded by new languages, aromas, vistas, colors & shapes.

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>>>NADIA’S PLANS /OBJECTIVES by Country:

I’ve chosen specific countries for special goals, as follows:

1. India: New Delhi (1-15May), Gaya (28-30May), Mysuru (1-30June)
Support a local Social Welfare Project (w/children is preferred), a Holistic Project and/or one Project related to Local Culture/Art Development; Do Vipassana (Dhamma Bhodi); Learn and practice: meditation and Ashtanga Yoga, Ayurveda, Bollywood dancing and cricket games.

2. Thailand (Cities to be defined, 1Jul - 3Sep)
Support an Animal Welfare Project (w/elephants is preferred), Tourism Project, Social Welfare Project and/or one Project related to Local Culture/Art Development; Learn Thai Massage.

3. Africa (Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, 4Sep - 31Oct)
Support a local Social Welfare Project (education and social development w/children related is preferred) and/or one Project related to Local Culture/Art Development; Learn some local games, local dancing & musical instruments; Join a safari trip; Understand its culture and try local food; Mesmerize to amazing vistas.

4. Australia (Melbourne and other cities TBD, 1-30NOV)
Support in the Tourism Sector (hostels, local trips and activities, etc.), Cultural Sector (events & activities); Support a farming project; Learn and practice cricket, rugby football and Frisbee; Discover the country.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
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>>>NADIA’S RELEVANT WORKING EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

+ English Teacher to Chinese Children (4-10 years old)
Skills Developed: children fondness, patience, creativity, enthusiasm, understanding, motivation, discipline, dedication, stimulation, vitality, diligence, nurture, encouragement, among others.
Period: 6 years, each Saturday, 6 classes/day, 6-10 kids/class, 1hr/class
Location: Shanghai, China

+ Shanghai International Community Meditation Center, Volunteering
Skills Developed: respect, awareness, consciousness, tolerance, calmness, kindness, proactivity, common sense, perception, empathy, among others.
Period: 3 months, weekends (based on needs), support with facilities and helping with members
Location: Shanghai, China

+ Animal Welfare Community (Dogs), Volunteering
Skills Developed: animal fondness, caring, selectivity, resourcefulness, relationship management, patience, perseverance, fundraising, among others.
Period: 2 months, finding fundraising and foster homes
Location: Shanghai, China

+ Low Resources Community Social & Infrastructure Welfare Project, Volunteering
Skills Developed: hands-on attitude, activeness, flexibility, problem solver, positive thinker, adaptable to changes, quick response, empathy, planning, among others.
Period: 2 months, social & education development and support on framework rural projects
Location: Rural Areas, Mexico

+ Clothes & Items Drives for Charity, Volunteering
Skills Developed: organization, team-work, motivation, influencer, promotion, persuasion, sensitivity, inventiveness, coordination, sociability, handiness, among others.
Period: Winter Season
Location: Beijing, China

+ Sales, Marketing, Administrative and Business Development Support
Skills Needed: market and final consumer understanding, targets orientation, negotiation, Sales & Marketing, social media & internet tools management, knowledgeable by area, problem solver, budgeting, charisma, appeal, visionary, know-how, sharpness, perception, wit, among others.
Period: 9 years (Nestle Mexico) + 2 years (China)
Locations: Mexico City, Mexico and Shanghai, China

+ Event Industry, Senior Project Manager
Key Skills: resourcefulness, can-do-attitude, chameleon to situations and environments, quick thinker, hands-on attitude, focused on details, organized, team-player, communicative, flexible to unexpected, problem solver, follow timelines & schedules, stick to budget, high-quality standards, deliveries as promised, listening and understanding of client’s needs, positive attitude, among others.
Period: 4.5 years, preparation and execution of events, such as: exhibitions, gala dinners, conferences, cultural, product launches, marketing promotion, etc. for various industries
Locations: Shanghai & Beijing, China; Las Vegas, USA; Bangkok, Thailand; Rome, Italy
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
Age
37
Nationality
Mexican
What else ...
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>>>Other Skills:

+ Able to drive a manual transmission car (Good driver)
+ Au Pair Experience
+ Latino Music Dancing
+ Cooking
+ Handicrafts
+ Fixing, Maintenance
+ Gardening
+ Guests Experience
+ Good Eye for Design
+ Good Eye for Interiors Decoration
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  Cat's Fur
- Special dietary requirements

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06/04/2020

Left by host (Come and help a starting and ...) for Workawayer (Nadia)

Nadia was here only for one week, but during this time she helped a lot. We appreciate her support during this time. She applied for a full time job at the resort side and after seeing her skills during the week they decided to hire her as marketing manager.

(Excellent )

09/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host for (Come and help a starting and ...)

Dates: 19-25AUG 2019 (5days/support and 2/days off)

General Intro: The location of this project was amazing! Just in front of the River Kwai Noi River, my cabin was surrounded by lush-green surroundings and I had as neighbours, Malee and Kammoon, two old-female rescued elephants. I only have the chance to stay for one week, but still I learned a… read more lot! The hands-off project is amazing! To provide a safe and happy environment for rescued elephants to roam around freely at their area.

Host(s): Manouk and Agnes, both hosts decided to open this foundation, as they saw how these elephants were mal-treated in their previous association. They are both very committed and passionate about this project. They really want to make a difference and educate tourists. Khun Pa as for resort side, she is just an amazing and super kind person, always trying her best to provide anything that you might need.

Location: Their foundation is 25KM from Kanchanaburi Thailand, 45mins by tuk-tuk (400-500THB/ride).
Transportation: To go to the closest mini-market, you can just walk 20mins outside of the resort or ride your bicycle for 10mins. To get to the closest 7-Eleven or ATM, you need to take a 200THB tuk-tuk or to ask another volunteer that has a motorbike to give you a quick ride, as it’s only 20mins away. To get from Kanchanaburi, you can either take a 400-500THB tuk-tuk or rent a motorcycle for 150-200THB a day. To rent a motorcycle will give you more independence to discover the beautiful surroundings.

Working Hours: 5days/week and 5hours/day, 9:00-12:00 and then 13:00-15:00. After that you are off to enjoy your free time.

Meals: 3 meals/day are provided. You can decide if either to go for non-vegetarian (Thai local dishes) or vegetarian dishes not spicy. All are prepared daily and fresh. Some of the salad ingredients are picked directly from their very organic garden located at the resort! And I am super fan of their Thai desserts!

Accommodation: You will be provided a log-in cabin which is amazing cause it’s located just at the river bank and when you wake up, and you look through your window, you get to see Kammoon and Malee, the 2 elephants, roaming freely in front of your cabin. The cabins have 2 twin beds (to be shared when 2 volunteers staying at the same time), a fan, mosquito nets, wardrobe, a table, a chair and your very own bathroom. You feel at home, as they are very cozy. These cabins are surrounded by lush-green with so many different birds, butterflies, etc.

Safety: The resort is quite secluded, so you feel very safe already. At the entrance of the resort, there’s security cabin to control access/exit of people and additionally to that, there are 24/7 security guards going around in their motorcycles checking all is safe.

Volunteers: At that moment, there was a maximum capacity of 8 volunteers (2 volunteers per room). When I was there, we were 3 of us.

Support: During my week, I supported a bit on their Social Media channels and creating some documents, as: ‘Art Competition Invitation’; ‘Day Package Brochure’; also I supported doing some research: ‘Fundraising Ideas’ and identify in which channels/websites they should appear to create more visibility and awareness for their cause. Only one week, but I felt very productive.

Animals supported: My help was towards the visibility of their foundation and the well-being of Malee and Kammoon.

Others: I totally recommend this place for everyone that is looking on helping on something meaningful towards animals and/or for those, who need a space to disconnect from the city and rush, cause this place is entirely for relaxing, enjoying the nature and knowing yourself.

(Excellent )

09/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host for (Come and change lives in ...)

Dates: 01-15MAY 2019 (4 days-off)

General Intro: This was an amazing experience! I was very lucky to have the opportunity to be there and support for two weeks. I was teaching English at the school and stayed at their hostel. I learned a lot about Indian Culture, such as: how to dress up; prayer rituals; local food; how to drink water from a… read more

(Excellent )

07/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host for (Volunteer at our animal ...)

Dates: 5-11AUG 2019 (5.5 days and 1.5days off)

General Intro: One of my favourites Workaways, if not my favourite so far! This was an amazing experience! Be with the 32 adorable dogs, and the cutest pigs ever! Even with a horse! Every day you have a routine, but also new activities (like cutting bamboos, filling buckets with water from the river,… read more

(Very good )

07/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (Nadia) for host for (Help and create our food ...)

Dates: 12-18 AUG 2019

General Intro: It has been an amazing and lovely experience in some many ways with Green and her diverse projects! I am writing this review 7AM just sitting in front of a beautiful green farm and rice fields, surrounded by the sound of crickets, hanging bananas and moving trees. I would have loved to stay longer to keep… read more learning, but I had already some commitments. Green has a real passion for the world, trees and nature! She has donated all her land to the association that she has created, which she is trying to develop with our help, sponsors and the local community. So don’t think it twice and join to support!

Host(s): Chonthicha, but she prefers to be called Green; the landlord and his amazing family (wife and 2 daughters); Samsok; Super Peenong and her mom, Miss Rat; and the beautiful community of village.

Location: Surin Province. 1hr driving distance from Surin’s downtown. The Association from our staying farming house, it was only 10mins by bicycle. For local shops, it was also the same distance. You will have buffaloes as neighbours !

Transportation: From BKK you take the Nackonchaair Bus to Surin. It takes 5-6hours and costs 375THB with a comfy massage seat and a vegetarian meal. To move around the farming area, you can use a bicycle or motorbike if available.

Working Hours: 5 hours/day during 5 days a week. Timings were flexible. Some days, the support was needed in the mornings and others in the afternoons. Or some hours in the mornings and some in the afternoons. The previous night you will define with Green what type of support is needed for the next day.

Meals: 3 complete meals are provided by day. You will pick your own veggies from the farm or garden and create amazing dishes with the guidance of Green. One day she taught us how to cook Papaya Salad and Pad Thai! And many more delicious local dishes too! All will be fresh, organic and just cooked meals. Only vegan and vegetarian meals are prepared. Also you will have fresh fruits every day that the neighbours will share with you.

Accommodation: It will depend on the farm that you will support. I supported the one in Surin and this occasion, we stayed at the farm of one member of Green’s association. It was the option of staying at the village or to stay directly at the farm and Green chose the farm option. Definitely was the best option! We stay in a small house surrounded by rice fields and the sound of moving trees at night! You will wake up with a beautiful sunrise by 5AM-5:30AM! We had a mosquito net and our own private bathroom, Thai style. Green share her hotspot. All was very comfortable and it gave us the opportunity to live like the locals and to receive visits of many of them and share dinners, chats & laughs together at night. I felt, I belonged to that beautiful community !

Safety: It felt all extremely safe. We were just surrounded by beautiful farm nature.
Volunteers: We were two of us. Lucia, the teacher from Italy, and myself.
Support: The tasks will vary per day. To take pictures for a special event; help planting trees at an event or at her association’s land; baking banana pancakes for a training’s luncheon; seeding sugar canes, making a promotional video for getting online donations, etc. Green knows everything regarding Permaculture and gardening, and she loves teaching you and giving you tips. I learnt so much from her! If that is your field or very interested to learn something new, this is the place for you!

Others: Green is an amazing human being! I consider her my Thai sister. She is so accommodative. She is always trying her best so that you have everything and feel comfortable. She will consider you first. I got a motorcycle burnt on my leg before coming to support her and while in Surin, it was getting worse. She suggested I should visit the local clinic, and since that day she will coordinate a ride to the clinic every day to visit the doctor for cleansing. One night, she prepared for me a herbs’ soaking water for my foot, as it was all swollen cause of the infection. As I can’t really walk during those days, she found activities for me that require a minimum walk and effort. I felt even ‘VIP’, cause when we were getting a ride from one place to another, she will ask me to sit inside of the van, while her and the other volunteer will be on the back part of the truck. These are just few examples of the extent of her warmth and kindness. She was truly concerned about my health, and she wanted that I recover before my next stop to Kanchanaburi. I felt I was there to heal and Green was there in whole process. I will be always grateful for her care and love (L)!

(Excellent )

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