Helena

Información de viaje

Ahora estoy

Actividades que me interesan:

community projects
organic farming
eco constructions

Descripción

I believe there is always more to learn, and that time is one of the most valuable things we can share.
I was born and raised in the countryside of Portugal, where I lived until moving to Lisbon to study. My parents are farmers, and growing up close to the land deeply shaped who I am. I see myself as a citizen of the world and I don’t believe in borders.
I love traveling, discovering new places, and meeting new people. I especially enjoy experiencing local cultures through traditional food and drinks — after all, “people who love to eat are always the best people.”
I am an anthropologist and I want to dedicate my life to meaningful work. My main interests include feminism, anti-racism, the arts, agroecology, de-growth, labour rights, fair trade, etc. I strongly believe we should never exploit others simply because they are in a weaker position.
After two years living in rural France, I returned to Portugal, where I developed several projects with rural communities.
My voluntaries experiences were crucial for learning how hosts and volunteers share knowledge and for adapting to varied tasks, paces, and cultural contexts. They also strengthened my intercultural communication and teamwork skills.
Currently, I am living in Galway, Ireland, where I am a visiting PhD researcher at the University. My research is about women's land rights, and gender inequalities in rural areas.
I am reliable, adaptable, and motivated to contribute meaningfully to projects that value sustainability, cooperation, and community life, while continuing to learn and share knowledge wherever I go.

Intereses

Senderismo

Yoga / bienestar

Escritura

Sostenibilidad

Autodesarrollo

Política / justicia social

Cuidado de plantas

Mascotas

Artes escénicas

Actividades al aire libre

Naturaleza

Música

Películas y televisión

Montaña

Idiomas

Historia

Jardinería

Agricultura

Eventos y sociedad

Dibujo y pintura

Cultura

Trabajo de caridad

Libros

Playa

Astronomía

Idiomas

Idiomas hablados
Inglés: Fluido
Español: Fluido
Francés: Fluido
Portugués: Fluido

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Habilidades y conocimientos que quiero compartir o aprender

Me interesa:  

Trabajo de caridad

Proyectos artísticos

Proyectos de construcción y bricolaje

Cuidado de animales

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Ciertos conocimientos de:  

Jardinería

Mantenimiento general

Cocinar para toda la familia

Vida en una granja

Proyectos ecológicos

Ayuda doméstica

Hostelería/turismo

Idiomas

Enseñanza

Compañía para ancianos

Que habilidades tienes?

I have solid experience in volunteering and cultural exchange, particularly in sustainable agriculture, permaculture, and community-based projects.
I started volunteering with WWOOF in 2016, spending four weeks in England and four weeks in Sweden. Later, in August 2019, I volunteered on a farm in California, USA.
I also took part in the European Voluntary Service (EVS), working at an agriculture and forestry school in southern France.
Through Workaway, I continued working on permaculture and rural projects in Portugal (2021), Asturias, Spain (2022), and Sierra de Gata, Spain (2023). These experiences strengthened my practical skills, sense of responsibility, and ability to live and work collectively.
Alongside this, I actively participate in Erasmus+ projects, including youth exchanges, training courses, and partnership-building activities in Georgia, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Armenia, and Greece (2022–2025).
In addition, I have experience in social volunteering. In 2009, I volunteered for nine months at Santa Maria’s Hospital in Lisbon, supporting patients with daily care and companionship. In 2017, I volunteered in a social housing neighbourhood in Lisbon, helping children with homework and educational support.

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My first long trip was in 2016, lasting two months, during which I travelled through England, Wales, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and France.
I then lived in France for two years.
After that, I took a month-long trip across Canada and the United States.
A month in the Picos de Europa, Spain.
A month in Brazil.
I’ve taken several other short trips across Europe and also Egypt, Georgia, Armenia, and Morocco.
Currently living in Ireland.

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  Permiso de conducir

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  Alergia
  grasses and mites

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  Dieta especial
  I need to have a proper lunch, not just a salad or a sandwich, I mean a hot meal. For dinner, something light is fine.