New challenges

This month has been full of new activities and new personal challenges, with the arrival of spring and new volunteers, new ideas have also arrived. We have started a new project on forms of organic farming. Gus, a volunteer who works in greenhouses in Kentucky, came up with the idea of teaching the community some

A MONTH FULL OF CHANGES AND FAREWELLS

With the arrival of spring, we have welcomed many new volunteers and said goodbye to others. I’ve never been a big fan of farewells, but with this experience I’m learning a lot to live in the moment and take farewells as something beautiful, because each person who has gone through this volunteering has left a

Mid-Term Evaluation

This past week we had the opportunity to go to Bucharest with another group of volunteers to be part of the Mid-Term Training, which takes place in the middle of our project. It has been a very enriching experience, and it has allowed me to get to know the experiences of other volunteers in Romania,

Our first art and mental health workshop

Some time ago Alexandra and I had the idea of creating a workshop combining art and mental health, we didn’t know if it was going to be possible but finally, with the help and support of our organization we were able to make it happen.The organization provided us with materials, place and time to make

Christmas in Romania.

I have had the opportunity to spend this Christmas in Romania and dedicate it to traveling and exploring a little bit of the country and the Christmas traditions here. It has been my first Christmas away from my home and my family, so at times it has been difficult not to share these moments with

My first months at Miercurea Ciuc

Since I arrived here, I have done and learned many things, I have met many people and I have traveled to new places. The first month is usually about adapting to new environments. It has been very easy for me to adapt to this new period in Romania, also thanks to my colleagues, who have

África Barber

“Hi! My name is Africa, I´m 22 years old, and I´m from Madrid, Spain and I´m volunteering at Care2Travel doing a Community Inclusion project for almost 8 months.I chose to volunteer in Romania because I wanted to take a year for self-development, traveling, meeting new people, and having different experiences.Last year I finished my degree

On-Arrival Training

Participating in an ESC project is more than just volunteering and working – it also involves learning and personal development. By working with others, forming relationships, and sharing experiences, we gain knowledge. Immersing ourselves in a different culture and country, engaging in conversations, and facing challenges help us gain new perspectives and grow as individuals.