Earlier this year, I took my first international trip alone. All by myself. I felt excited, proud, and independent. I was off to Sri Lanka for a whole month to volunteer. It was my first time further east than Rome, the farthest I’ve ever traveled. I had read dozens of articles about solo female travel, […]
Why I Chose to Volunteer with SLV and How My Expectations Were Exceeded
Thinking of volunteering internationally? You’re in the right place. Grab a cup of tea–it’s a long one (or skip to the end for the main points, if you’re in a hurry). I have always wanted to volunteer abroad. My whole life. So, for four years, I saved the money I made from my photography business […]
Planning A Volunteer Trip Abroad
In May 2018, I will be headed further across the globe than ever before. For four weeks, I will be volunteering in Sri Lanka, teaching English and providing community-based mental health support. I am so incredibly excited and nervous all at once. It is about 5 months until I leave– I’ve done a lot of […]
