Sonia

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Description

I am a Swiss/American girl who has been based in Spain for over 7 years. I am fluent in English and Spanish and have a high level of French.

Over the past decade, I have also travelled and lived in South Africa, Asia and around Europe. I work as a research/consultant/writer focused on sustainable food systems and climate justice. I am traveling in South America for the first half of 2025 with the intention to have more lived experience and understanding around these passions: i.e., regenerative agriculture, permaculture, food as medicine, indigenous and cultural wisdom, cuisines, and perspectives towards nature (how we see nature changes how we treat her).

I have studied from many perspectives—anthropology, critical media studies, sustainability, health (Traditional Chinese Medicine + Ayurveda), etc. I am also a 200 hr certified vinyasa yoga teacher, and my own practice has influenced my perspective and intention of volunteering as I travel. I love to share and connect with others through the practice of yoga and would be happy to teach classes. I have loved my previous workaway experiences—one of the first farms I worked on became a second "family" for me in Europe. I am an admirer of art and music and I love painting and photography. I personally have been shooting both digital and analog photography for over 15 years, and this is another skill I can offer. I have some experience with social media and digital design (but not professional).

I am a generally active person. I love to have deep conversations about philosophy and the world and life. I am very interested in learning more about other cultures—the beliefs, thoughts, and ways of being. I always am happy to help in the kitchen and eager to learn about new cuisines and dishes!

I have a gluten allergy (I am not celiac), which I can easily accommodate after 8 years. This basically means that I cannot eat wheat, i.e., pasta/bread/wheat flour. Outside of Europe I find this to be less of an issue, as there are many more foods with a corn/rice base. I have had no problems with previous travels accommodating my intolerances.

Interests

Writing

Blogging

Art & design

Yoga / Wellness

Nature

Outdoor activities

Politics / Social justice

Self development

Sustainability

Plant care

Photography

Music

Languages

History

Hiking

Gardening

Fitness

Farming

Drawing & painting

Culture

Books

Cooking & food

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
Spanish: Fluent
French: Intermediate

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Life at a Farmstay

Eco Projects

Art Projects

House sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Teaching

Helping with Computers/ Internet

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

General Maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

Cooking, cleaning, teaching english, gardening/farming, painting, photography, nutrition, fermentation, writing, yoga, social media, design.

Age

29

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Gluten

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  Special dietary requirements
  Gluten free-I have a gluten allergy--I am very good at modifying my meals if necessary and it tends to not be a huge problem (if bread/pasta/etc.) is part of the meal, i tend to just eat the sides or I can cook an alternative for myself..