Involvement Volunteers International I loved my experience with the team. I worked in a small centre in the area of Basmane in Izmir with African children and women in Izmir Turkey. I was teaching English and Math as well as helping with general duties around the centre such as serving lunches, cleaning, looking after the younger kids. I also filmed a small documentary film for them to help them to raise funds for the centre.
We were able to travel on weekends so I visited Ephesus and also local towns nearby when I could.
Highlights were meeting the team and the kids. Lots of dancing and playing Uno with the kids. Making ceramics with the women. Visiting the local souks.
Comments on local team, food and accommodation
Everyone was incredibly welcoming. I enjoyed the volunteering, although sometimes would have been good to have been a little busier. Having said that working at the centre could be very hectic sometimes. But lots of fun.
Izmir is an interesting city so there is plenty to see and do. I staying in the Imece flat which was very convenient to work. I hope to go back one day.
-Toni
