Paola

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Description

I’m Paola, a 44-year-old Italian educator, photographer and traveler. I’m passionate about animals, nature and community life, and I’ve also worked in educational farms combining teaching with caring for animals. Curious, positive and reliable, I’d love to contribute while learning new skills.

I joined Workaway because I enjoy traveling in a meaningful way, meeting people with different stories, and discovering new ways of living.
I speak Italian, Spanish, and English, and I’ve lived in Spain for several years, which really helped me feel at home even outside my country.

I’m looking for experiences connected to nature, animals, community living, and art. I’m especially interested in projects that can teach me something new and inspire me for a simpler, more intentional future. Over the years I’ve also worked in educational farms, combining my background in education with the care of animals and outdoor activities — an experience that made me even more passionate about learning and teaching through nature.

My skills include:

* Educational work (also in neuropsychiatric contexts, as well as in educational farms)
* Vegan and vegetarian cooking
* Photography and post-production
* Art exhibition setup
* Anthropological knowledge
* Juggling and playful activities
* Manual and creative work – I really enjoy learning by doing

I’ve traveled across Europe, Southeast Asia, and South America. I love photography, art, yoga, and meeting people who are passionate about what they do, especially when it comes to civil rights, sustainability, and self-sufficiency.

I’d describe myself as a curious, positive, and open-minded person, but I also appreciate moments of solitude and time for myself.

If you think I can be helpful to your project, I’d love to hear from you!

Interests

Music

Charity work

Movies & TV

Self development

Vegetarian or vegan

Sustainability

Videography

Politics / Social justice

LGBTQ

Culture

Carpentry

Books

Cooking & food

Photography

Performing arts

Adventure sports

Hiking

Outdoor activities

Animals

Art & design

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Dancing

Beach

Languages

Languages spoken
Spanish: Fluent
Italian: Fluent
English: Intermediate

More details about my language interests
I'm curious to learn new languages so I can better communicate with the people I meet along the way.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Gardening

Charity Work

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Some knowledge of:  

DIY and building projects

Being an elderly companion

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Art Projects

Teaching

More details about your skills

My skills include:
- Educational work (also in neuropsychiatric contexts)
- Vegan and vegetarian cooking
- Photography and post-production
- Art exhibition setup
- Anthropological knowledge
- Juggling and playful activities
- Manual and creative work

Age

44

What else ...

I really enjoy being part of a global community that values exchange and sharing—not just of skills, but also of life projects and ideas. In my free time, I like photography, yoga, giving massages, and playing board games that bring people together. I believe in learning from others and creating connections through shared experiences.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  some nuts and to propolis

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  Special dietary requirements
  vegan or vegetarian