Involvement Volunteers International 
My Experience in Bali
About me Hello, my name is Alexandra and I’m 23 years old. I am from Germany and I finished my studies in pedagogy this year. I love to work with kids, for this reason
January 3, 2020
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My host family were incredible, so generous with everything they had. They answered my questions, talked to me, laughed with me and my two Fijian “brothers” I had for two weeks,I will never forget. I left Fiji feeling like I was a part of their family. The teaching staff were so appreciative of everything I did.
This was by far the most valuable experience. The people at Kat center are the best, they are doing such an amazing job and were really welcoming and appreciative of my work there. But the most fulfilling was to see the dogs change and looking forward to me taking them for a walk everyday.
Oh so blessed to work with a bunch of likeminded legends to complete health checks on the local Fijian people. A humbling and awakening experience with a little reminder that not all are as lucky as we are in the western world, but smile always and everything works out on Fiji time. I leave with a full heart.
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Sri Lanka Review: Ella & Daniela
We came to Sri Lanka intending to do 10 weeks of temple renovation, but after we arrived ended up doing 6 weeks of special needs, 2 weeks of temple renovation and hill country. That’s
January 3, 2020
Teaching in Kenya!
A full week has passed since I came back to Spain after spending six weeks in a community program in the Gatanga area in rural Kenya. I did my work in the Kirwara Primary
January 3, 2020
English Teaching in Kenya Experience
It all started on a sunny day, I was nervous, cheerful, I moved fast like a cheetah when I went from one place to another, I imagine it would be the excitement … because
January 3, 2020
Bali Primary Teaching Review by Eba
I have just spent 3 weeks on Bali and enjoyed every minute of it. Going there, all by myself, I was a bit nervous. I didn’t know what to expect, so I expected nothing.
January 3, 2020
Sri Lanka Special Needs Review by Arden
My experience in Sri Lanka was incredible! Every day, since the moment I arrived, to the day I left I felt safe! Not only did the leaders guide us through busy streets of Kandy
January 2, 2020
Review of Kindergarten Project in Nepal
So, three weeks of Kindergarten Teaching in Nepal. It was an experience of a lifetime. I started in September without any kids and I am finishing with insomnia because of the weekly exam of
January 2, 2020
Experience of India 28 Day Road Trip
It is always with much apprehension we welcome our travellers to the most interesting program, India Road Trip. We have our reasons, justified ☺ As you step into the capital of this incredible country,
January 2, 2020
Buddhist Monastery Nepal Teaching Experience
I´m Anna, 26, from Luxembourg. Currently, I’m studying Sociology. My passion is to explore new countries and cultures. After participating with TGL in 2017 for one month in untouched Laos and then 2018 in
January 2, 2020
A Walk with a Local: Rural Kenya
If you walk opposite from the seashore at Diani Beach, you will stumble across sets of tiny villages that are home to this rather unheard of a tribe – the Digo people. I’m a
January 1, 2020
6 Weeks in Kenya: Niklas’s Experience
Hi, I am Niklas and I am 21 years old, from Hamburg, Germany. During my 6 week stay in the beautiful country of Kenya, I tried to see as many places as possible. I
January 1, 2020
Vanuatu Review of Primary Teaching
I had an amazing time in Vanuatu with IVI. The coordinators were absolutely lovely and were so friendly, welcoming and helpful during my stay. I felt right at home. However, the highlight of my
December 30, 2019
Bali Nutrition Review by Inga
Highlights of the trip: A Highlight of my trip was that I met so many amazing people from all over the world. I really appreciated that I could switch between projects very easy so
December 30, 2019
Fiji Animal Shelter Review
Highlights of the trip: My trip to Fiji was, of course, an unforgettable experience. I enjoyed working at the animal shelter, and being able to use my experience in veterinary to help the shelter.
December 10, 2019
Childcare and Construction Volunteering Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka: Highlights: The highlight of Sri Lanka was definitely the team; the drivers, coordinators, managers, chef, cleaners – everyone was so helpful and lovely. Everything felt very well organised and I felt
December 9, 2019
Philippines English Teaching Review
Living outside your comfort zone, in a new country with a different culture from yours, sharing rooms and sleeping in bunk beds, having cold showers (which by the way I will miss) makes you
December 5, 2019
Review: Primary School Teaching in Vanuatu
So lucky to have been apart of such an amazing experience. I’ll miss the smiles, the laughs and the fun times we shared, thank you Lynne and Marysan for your kindness and for looking
November 23, 2019
Fiji Teaching: Review by one of our mature volunteer’s
Highlights The highlights of the trip were of course the children. They are such happy children, keen to learn and I was really impressed with the generally neatness of their bookwork and their handwriting.
October 28, 2019
Marine Conservation in Vanuatu Review
Project: Fiji island & Vanuatu Marine Conservation Just wanted to say a big thank you for all your help with everything and patience with me ? Fiji was such an amazing experience working in
October 1, 2019
Remote Island Teaching Review by Alex
I hope its not too long and words are hard to describe the feelings i have after this wonderful experience. Thank you again!! I would highly recommend to anyone! Highlights: The whole two- week
September 26, 2019
Fiji Public Health & Nutrition- Review by Ben
‘My time volunteering in Fiji with the IVI public health program was one of the most rewarding and exciting experiences of my life. It was a fulfilling experiences to help such beautiful people that
September 26, 2019
Philippines Nutrition Project Review
I did have a wonderful time in the Philippines and I treasure every opportunity to volunteer abroad every now and then. Highlights of the trip: One of the highlights of this trip was that
September 25, 2019
Remote Island Teaching: Fiji Review
Hi Lauren, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for organising this amazing experience. I had such a memorable time, I will never forget it. Would you recommend any other kinds of
September 18, 2019
Stray Dog Rehabilitation- Nepal Review
Hi Lauren, Thank you for your email. I had an amazing time volunteering at the KAT center. I really loved spending time with the animals. Answers are below. Highlights of the trip: The
September 18, 2019
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