Octavia

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  • Travel information

    I am currently

    Travelling

    My next destination:

    France
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  • Description

    Hello!

    8/25/2023

    Wowza! Let's see in the last 4 years I've experienced do many things. Four extended trips to Brazil has given me a functional command of the language. Covid happened. I spent the days of quarantine on a beautiful ranch in Vermont. I served as a program coordinator for a long term recovery and mental health program. Talk about learning. In 2021 I moved to Alaska. The summer was spent chasing sights of whales and beautiful nature. In the fall i began a career in the health field. I am currently continuing my path into healthcare through continued education. Before the full courseload begins I wanted to take some time to travel in service.


    10/12/2019
    It is amazing how much you can learn and grow in two years. Long term travels and extended trips began for me in India in 2017 and continued is a major way from then on. I am confident in my choice to continue to travel and immerse myself in various communities. It is it's own form of education.

    Some of the things that I have learned that are helpful to share for for those making the selection of which volunteers to host;

    - I am truly an all rounder. If there is a project or clear goal set I am able to learn and help to contribute towards making it a reality.
    -Community is a beautiful thing. There are so many ways to communicate and learn from each other.
    -Ideas become reality with dedication and discipline
    - We can do it!
    - I love creative expression! Let's dance
    -Love is the answer
    -Kindness doesn't cost anything
    -Learning doesn't stop until we have passed form this human experience


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    2017
    I have had many opportunities to volunteer with various organizations in the past few years. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management from the University of Tennessee in 2012. I then attended culinary school at Johnson & Wales University to become a certified chef. Despite my training I have used much of my time to support many non-profit organizations in their efforts.

    I enjoy traveling and exploring new cultures. Learning all that I can along the way. I am currently volunteering in Mcleodganj teaching English and helping with a Childcare development program.

  • Interests

    Yoga / Wellness
    Music
    Camping
    Blogging
    Dancing
    Sailing / Boating
    Sustainability
    Self development
    Performing arts
    Nature
    Languages
    Hitchhiking
    Fitness
    DIY & crafts
    Farming
    Events & social
    Cooking & food
    Culture
    Charity work
    Beach

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  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Portuguese: Intermediate
    Spanish: Beginner

    More details about my language interests
    This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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

    I'm interested in:  

    Eco Projects
    Languages
    Art Projects

    Some knowledge of:  

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Being an elderly companion
    General Maintenance
    Life at a Farmstay
    Animal Care
    Charity Work
    Teaching

    Able to teach about:  

    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Helping around the house
    Hospitality/Tourism
  • More details about your skills

    All rounder
    Chef
    TEFL
    First Aid/ CPR
    Intermediate computer skills
    Inventory and purchasing
    Trail building
    Garden maintenance
    Chainsawing
    Team Leader
    Menu Planning
    Teaching
    Kitchen prep

  • Age

    32

  • What else ...

    I enjoy supporting in a variety of ways. Learning new skill sets is also apealing to me!

  • Some more information

    • Smoker

    • Driver's licence

    • Allergies
      No

    • Special dietary requirements
      None

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