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Feedback from Vietnam VolunteersHere are some of the emails we have received from volunteers about their experiences in Ghana."I can safely say to anyone thinking of volunteering in Tam Ky, go for it. You'll have a fantastic time, and will be so glad you've done it. Mrs Hanh's cooking is delicious and endless (dont expect to go home thinner that you left!), Yen's time and energy she puts in to the kids and the volunteers is amazing (and she has a fantastic sense of humour too), and all of them go out of their way to help you, look after you and make sure that you are happy and healthy. I am very happy that Tam Ky was my home for three months, and will miss everything and everyone very much." Eve Glazer "It's a wonderful experience where you learn all about the real Vietnam. The locals aren't very accustomed to westerners so you will get loads of attention. Be prepared to have very little time to yourself as it is hard to escape all the friendly, eager kids who constantly come to the house. Bring a phrasebook with you - it is great for communicating with the locals." Lauren Brown "Make the most of your time, because it passes very quickly, the more of yourself that you give and the more you get involved, the greater the rewards. You also need to remember that you'll be in Vietnam not your own country and in Vietnam things happen the Vietnamese way (some things happen much slower, other things happen much faster) - enjoy this and just accept it!" Hilary Adamson "�Try and have an open mind and build relationships with the mothers at the orphanage. Yes many of their ways of doing things are hard to grasp and you will never get used to many of their customs, but if you let them see you want to be their friend, you will have much more luck changing things you want to see changed." Britney Smith "Pack for all weather types, bring a few home comforts including food, don't ever hold back in any experience and enjoy the time of your life." Maddi-Clair McBarron I would emphasis that it's important to read up about teaching before arriving, even if it just broadens the volunteer's mind as to the different methods they can employ - activities, games, discussion etc. I really felt that the preparation I did helped me to be effective. Gemma O'Sulllivan |
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Climb Everest In October 2006 you have the opportunity to raise money for the Nepali Children's Fund. We're climbing the Base Camp of Mount Everest and you have the opportunity to join us.