Laura Peres - English Teacher, Argentina
"I would just say that this is definitely one of the best experiences I have ever had, and I would recommend anyone to do this."
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Emma Somerville - Schools Assistant, Australia
"I often have people tell me they are considering doing a volunteer placement somewhere because they say they have seen how much it has changed me and taught me so many life lessons, which they too would like to experience."
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Kadie McCreedy - Outdoor Activities Instructor, Canada
"It’s week one here in Calgary Alberta at Kamp Kiwanis and I’m still loving every minute of it."
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Mariah Hommelhoff – Community Worker, Fiji
"Fiji is a challenge, the village of Rukuruku changed my life and, beyond some of its rough exteriors, it is a magical place of family, generosity, community and rich culture.”
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Bodean Hedwards - English Teacher, India
"At the minute, life could not be better, I am living a life that I would never have dreamed, and yet always wanted."
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Jenn Tamati - English Teacher, Poland
"I met my host family, was introduced to the school, began assisting with lessons and everything slowly but naturally fell into place. I never would of thought, but I really enjoyed teaching. By the end of my placement I was not only holding classes on my own, but relieving for teachers (not just from the english department)."
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Alvaro Hudson - Teacher, South Africa
"I am really glad that I came to South Africa. It’s an experience that you will never get from going somewhere like England or America. Although the country does have many faults and problems, it is a place you will not regret visiting and living in."
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Waipora Marshall Lobb- Schools Assistant, UK
"Volunteering with Lattitude allowed me to live overseas and experience a different culture. Being away from home helped me become more independent. My experiences in the workplace guided me in my transition from being a student to becoming a young adult. Working also kept me busy and also taught me some valuable skills."
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David James – English Teacher, Vietnam
"Last week was introduce myself week. Basically I talk about New Zealand and myself, then show around pictures of the Townsville calendar from home and get them to describe what they see. Then I write their descriptive words next to the images I have stuck to the board."
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