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Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Bulgaria - from Aug 2025 until Dec 2025 View all
Description
Hello! I’m Yeliz from Turkey. I studied Child Development and I’m a certified ABA therapist (from BBA Academy) and hippotherapist (equine-assisted therapy) from İstanbul Univercity.
I’ve worked for many years with children and animals, especially horses. I’m passionate about nature-based learning, community living, and non-violent communication.
I have a spiritual and calm temperament. I deeply enjoy being in nature and contributing to compassionate communities. In my free time, I practice yoga, Pilates and I enjoy swimming.
I’m also trying to improve my English speaking skills and I see this volunteering journey as a great opportunity for practice and learning and l want to gain experience in ecovillage life, and to contribute in any way I can — especially with children, animals, or emotional support.
I’m open, curious, and respectful. I value peace, collaboration, and sustainability.
Thank you for reading. I’m excited to learn, help, and share beautiful experiences with people from around the world!
Interests
Outdoor activitiesYoga / WellnessNatureCyclingSelf developmentPolitics / Social justiceFarmingEvents & socialCultureLanguagesGardeningCooking & foodBooksAnimals
Languages spoken
Turkish: Fluent
English: Intermediate
Spanish: Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Hospitality/Tourism
General Maintenance
House sitting
Some knowledge of:
Art Projects
Being an elderly companion
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Languages
Teaching
Babysitting and creative play

More details about your skills
I graduated in Child Development and work as a special education teacher with certification as an ABA therapist. I also have a background in Equestrian Training with a focus on hippotherapy, and I’ve worked in equine-assisted therapy for 6 years.
I have 1 year of experience working in an ABA unit, supporting children with developmental differences. I'm passionate about emotional development, inclusive education, nature-based learning, and nonviolent communication. I enjoy contributing to community life through educational and collaborative practices.
While studying family counseling, I had the opportunity to participate in a therapeutic camp where I experienced art therapy sessions, which deeply inspired me. I am a special education teacher and equine therapist with experience working with children and families. Nowadays, I am also training in Nonviolent Communication and have joined an initiative to establish an ecological village, led by Mr. İsmail Yenigün, founder of IMC House and an eco-village entrepreneur for 25 years. I have a spiritual and calm temperament, and I love being in nature, contributing to compassionate communities, and supporting projects that bring people closer to themselves, each other, and the environment.
I am open to learning about ecological living, sustainable practices, and cooperative life. I value teamwork, reliability, and contributing with care and presence in any project I join.
Age
42

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Smoker

Driver's licence

Allergies
Aspirin and Apranax
Special dietary requirements
No I don't have
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