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Hi! My name is Valeria, I’m 34 years old, and I’m originally from Ukraine.
I lived in Ukraine until 2022, when the war began, and since then, I’ve been traveling the world, exploring new cultures and gaining invaluable experiences. I’ve visited 42 countries so far, and I’m currently living in Colombia, a country that has captured my heart. My first visit here was in 2023 during a work trip, and I fell in love with the vibrant culture, warm people, and stunning landscapes, so I decided to return for a longer stay.
Professionally, I work remotely as a Product Owner and Business Analyst in the IT industry. However, at the end of last year, I decided to take a break from work after experiencing burnout. This pause allowed me to recover and recharge, and now I feel ready to dedicate my time and energy to something meaningful—volunteering. I’ve always dreamed of traveling while contributing to local communities, learning more about their culture, and becoming a part of their daily lives.
My volunteering experience includes:
- Social projects: providing professional services for non-profit organizations.
- Environmental initiatives: tree planting and territory cleaning.
- Creative work: painting, decorating, and creating murals.
- Support for shelters: assisting with children and animals.
In my free time, I enjoy practicing yoga, meditating, studying psychology, drawing for fun, and dancing salsa and bachata. I also participate in retreats and spiritual ceremonies, which have deepened my understanding of myself and the world around me.
I believe volunteering is a powerful way to build connections, exchange knowledge, and ideas, and make the world a better place. I’m open, enthusiastic, and ready to contribute my skills, energy, and creativity to any project that could benefit from them.
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile and consider me as a volunteer for your project. I truly appreciate it! 😊
Interests
Charity work
Astronomy
Yoga / Wellness
Fitness
Music
Team sports
Winter sports
Self development
Water sports
Photography
Pets
Nature
Performing arts
Languages
Mountain
Hiking
Events & social
Drawing & painting
Dancing
DIY & crafts
Culture
Books
Camping
Beach
Art & design
Animals
Adventure sports
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Ukrainian: Fluent
Spanish: BeginnerMore details about my language interests
I am interested in improving my knowledge of Spanish, I can teach Ukrainian, and English for beginners, considering that my knowledge of Spanish is basic
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Eco Projects
DIY and building projects
General Maintenance
Helping around the house
Babysitting and creative play
Some knowledge of:
Languages
Teaching
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Hospitality/Tourism
Helping with Computers/ Internet
House sitting
Able to teach about:
Art Projects
More details about your skills
My Skills and Abilities
I’m a highly adaptable person with a wide range of practical and creative skills. Here are some of the things I can offer:
- Cooking and Housekeeping: I enjoy cooking and can prepare delicious meals inspired by my cultural background. I’m also skilled in maintaining order, cleaning, and organizing spaces efficiently.
- DIY and Home Improvement: I have experience with small-scale renovation tasks such as painting walls, applying wallpaper, and decorating spaces.
- Art and Creativity: I studied in an art school for 11 years as a teenager and have strong artistic skills. I’ve created murals in Kyiv and designed custom wall art for friends. I’m experienced with various art materials, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, clay, and plasticine. Additionally, I’ve crafted handmade jewelry for myself and friends.
- Photography: While not a professional photographer, I enjoy capturing moments with my phone, and friends often compliment my photos.
- Analytical and Organizational Skills: I have strong analytical abilities and can assist with creating and managing spreadsheets, organizing inventory, or preparing administrative documents.
- Professional Skills: I can help draft requirements for online platforms or websites and collaborate effectively with developers.
- Communication and Customer Service: I have excellent communication skills. During university, I worked as a waitress, bartender, and even a restaurant administrator, gaining valuable interpersonal experience.
- Animal Care: I love animals and have experience taking care of them, including providing basic home treatments for sick pets.
- Yoga and Meditation: As someone who has practiced yoga and meditation for years, I can lead basic yoga or mindfulness sessions.
I’m eager to use these skills to contribute to meaningful projects, assist others, and learn even more along the way!
Age
34
What else ...
I love active sports, long walks, hiking, last year I started learning to surf, in the evenings I like to read books, play board games with friends or sing songs near the coast
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