Zoe

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I am currently

Description

Hello! My name is Zoe. I’m a New Zealand-based backpacker 4 months into a year-long (or more?) travelling journey. I love building community and connection in different countries so have loved doing work exchanges in the past.

A bit more about me: I love being outdoors (rock climbing, hiking, surfing, long walks!), making art, dancing, card games, meeting new people and going on adventures. Activism and community are also very important to me. When not travelling I work/study in the environmental physics space and have been doing climate change research.
Overall, I would describe myself as an open-minded, curious and adventurous person. I love a good chat but also know how to be respectful of people’s space and time.

Looking forward to connecting with lots of amazing people and places!

Interests

Self development

Charity work

Photography

DIY & crafts

Camping

Music

Outdoor activities

Dancing

Sustainability

Yoga / Wellness

Politics / Social justice

Sailing / Boating

Hiking

Hitchhiking

LGBTQ

Art & design

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
I am fluent in English and French and would love to share my knowledge. In exchange, I would love for you to teach me the language of your country.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Eco Projects

Life at a Farmstay

Hospitality/Tourism

House sitting

DIY and building projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Art Projects

Teaching

Gardening

Animal Care

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

General Maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

Helping with Computers/ Internet

More details about your skills

I have experience in:

- Gardening/land care/general maintenance: I am physically fit, have experience working in permaculture farms and am not afraid of getting a bit dirty. I also have some beginner experience with boat maintenance (sanding, painting).

- Help around the house: I am more than happy cleaning, cooking and running errands. Ive lived communally (often with 7+ people) for the last 4-5 years so I am used to cooking for many people and living harmoniously within a large group.

- Art projects: I am a creative person and have been drawing/painting for many years, with some informal design experience. I also have a dream to paint a mural one day if that’s something you’d be interested in!

- Childcare: I have worked as a school group organizer, tutor and babysitter. I love spending time with younger people and tapping into that inner child (responsibly of course heh).

- Customer service/hospitality: I have experience waitressing and event organizing, and am very comfortable being in a people-facing role.

- Technology: I am comfortable using computers and can code/program. Happy to crunch numbers if that’s needed!

Age

23

What else ...

Just a note on my experience with work exchanges: I have used platforms like Workaway a lot in the past but have been using HelpX which is more common in New Zealand, or found places through word of mouth - which is why I don't have any reviews yet.

I grew up in a Workaway household (my parents are hosts) so I know what is expected :)

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements
  Usually vegetarian but flexible!