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Travelling
My next destination:
Kyrgyzstan - from Apr 2024 until May 2024 View all
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Ridha is a gap-year medical student currently. This is because he engaged in the Global UGRAD exchange program in the U.S. from August to December 2023.
He is currently in Turkey, exploring various corners of the world. Fluent in Arabic and English, he is also diving into the realms of French, Spanish and Turkish. As a 6th-year medical student at King Faisal University, he brings a curious and respectful demeanor to his travels. His interests span from hiking and skiing to martial arts, soccer, and international relations. He has a deep passion for cultural exchange and engaging conversations. He has joined an expeditionary program experience in U.S. it includes rock climbing, paddle sports, outdoor living skills courses.
His inspiration comes from the desire to keep exploring and learning. The purpose of Ridha's life centers around continuous exploration, learning, and cultural exchange. He believes in giving back to the community through volunteering. Traveling holds great significance for Ridha, providing numerous opportunities to explore from different angles, meet new people, and gain self-awareness. For him, traveling is a means of discovering new perspectives and enriching personal growth.
Interests
TechnologyWinter sportsWater sportsVan lifeTeam sportsSailing / BoatingOutdoor activitiesMountainHikingCyclingCampingBeachMusicLanguagesEvents & socialBooksAdventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
Arabic: Fluent
English: Fluent
Spanish: Intermediate
French: Beginner
Russian: Beginner
Turkish: BeginnerMore 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.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Life at a Farmstay
Animal Care
Gardening
Art Projects
Hospitality/Tourism
DIY and building projects
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Some knowledge of:
Babysitting and creative play
Helping around the house
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
More details about your skills
*Education
Senior medical student at King Faisal University
*Work experience
-Resident assistant for middle and high school students with the Mawhiba Academic Enrichment Program.
-FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 volunteer program.
-Internship and training as a Nurse assistant in an emergency department hospital in Al-Ahsa for approximately 160 hours.
-Farmer and Vet Assistant in United National Dairy Company in Saudi Arabia.
*Travel experience
United Kingdom, United States, Turkey, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Kuwait.
*Other volunteer experiences
-Volunteering at Tetaamaan clinic for COVID-19 vaccinations.
-Volunteering in a campaign called Esma Kalami and measure your blood pressure
in Dammam, eastern province for six hours a day
-20 hours of community service in Plattsburgh, New York state such as volunteering to clean Plattsburgh beach and working in thrift stores.
Age
23
What else ...
Ridha is able to teach English and Arabic.
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Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
NoSpecial dietary requirements
No
Feedback
Firstly, being able to care for and play with children with special needs like Autism and Cerebral Palsy was incredibly rewarding, even though it could be tough at times.
The academy itself is well-equipped with different rooms for workshops, like music and dancing, and… read more
It was very easy to communicate with him. We talked about different topics such as music, travelling, food. We practiced English, Turkish, and Arabic together. He cooks delicious breakfast and dinner. Yücel is friendly, flexible, and generous. Furthermore, I was able to use… read more
Taking care of the animals, like sheep, goats, chickens, and geese, was my… read more
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Firstly, being able to care for and play with children with special needs like Autism and Cerebral Palsy was incredibly rewarding, even though it could be tough at times.
The academy itself is well-equipped with different rooms for workshops, like music and dancing, and… read more
It was very easy to communicate with him. We talked about different topics such as music, travelling, food. We practiced English, Turkish, and Arabic together. He cooks delicious breakfast and dinner. Yücel is friendly, flexible, and generous. Furthermore, I was able to use… read more
Taking care of the animals, like sheep, goats, chickens, and geese, was my… read more
