| Volunteer Name: | Lawrence G. |
| Project Attended: | Help Build Family Homes |
| Country Attended: | Swaziland |
Testimonial
Here is a short interview with an under 18 volunteer, Lawrence, about his experience volunteering abroad in Swaziland:
What have you achieved?
- Helped World Challenge with giving water access to a community
- Built pit latrines for a pre-school
- Built bases for jojo stands (giant water butts)
What have you learnt?
- My Siswati is very good (feedback from Sarah the Projects and Volunteer Manager also confirmed that he has done very well)
- It has been an eye opening experience
- I was independent before but I have learnt to be more independent especially with budgeting money for food and activities
What went well?
- I had no culture shock
- Orientation when I arrived put me at ease. I was feeling scared on the plane as I had never been away by myself but the day after I arrived I just thought “everything is sweet!”
What has been the highlight?
- Learning about the local culture from the local building project manager who made it come to life, not just gave me the information
- I have enjoyed working in the rural areas
- It has been great meeting other volunteers and making friends from all around the world
What were your motives for extending?
- I wanted to spend more time here and get more out of the experience
What tips would you give to other under 18s volunteering abroad?
- Look after yourself but go out and get involved
- Try to learn the language as it is helpful and goes a long way when building relationships with local people”.
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