“Volunteering is not only a process of giving.”

It is rather a process of exchange. We have much to learn from the communities that we aim to support.

One of my personal aims for International Volunteers is to empower women and young girls with the access to education because that is a primary too for empowerment.

It is an honor to be part of International Volunteers team to help facilitate compassion towards fellow human beings and to encourage intercultural experiences. Growing up in a multi-cultural background I learned to respect and value the complexity of human diversity. There is much to be appreciated and celebrated about the intercultural learning process. I believe that volunteering abroad will significantly help to develop emotional intelligence as well as integrate soft skills needed to bring our societies forward.

Aysha is an architect and currently a Doctoral Researcher at the RWTH Aachen University, Germany.

“I strive to get out of my comfort zone.”

Mohamed has been volunteering abroad since 2008, helping communities – a community of global citizens and fellow humans. Volunteering abroad has had a profound impact on him. It has changed the way he viewed travelling abroad, global challenges and even his own future. It has given him a purpose to encourage and create a platform for other people to volunteer abroad through International Volunteers. “To experience a better understanding of how we are capable of making a difference, and how our lives become richer when we work together and empower each other towards positive change and global impact.”

“Be open mind-minded and respectful – you still have so much to learn from others.”

I believe we are all here to do something, to make some sort of change. What motivates us is different, but we are all here to make something better for others. What we choose to do is up to us and depends on the chances we are given.

When you are away from home, you are constantly experiencing things that are different than what you are used to. Some situations and actions that you might find strange or even incomprehensible. I believe these exposures are the greatest opportunity for you to learn something new and broaden your own perspective on life. I believe that cultural differences enrich rather than limits us. Be open minded and respectful – you still have so much to learn from others. Aysha is also the founder of Mamy Aysha Academy. She is famously also known as Mamy Aisha.

“Your life has a purpose, your story is important, your voice matters, you were born to make an impact.”

Luc has a background in Project Management and he oversees our International Operational. He brings a breadth of experience in strategic partnerships and development, combined with a good dose of humour and his passion for adventure travel, interacting with people, culture and community service.

“There are three responses to a piece of design – yes, no, and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for.”

“I hope that moments I share here speak to you.”

Ash has been taking pictures most of his life. He started taking pictures when he was in school after his father bought him a small camera. Volunteering, coupled with his passion for photography, made it possible to accumulate an extensive galley of work from around the world. Through hard work his work has been recognized in prints and competitions. In June 2018, Ash was awarded second prize in the UNESCO African World Heritage Day Photo Contest.

“Photography ideas and loyalty.”

Hamed is a confident and dedicated photographer and videographer with experience in both professional and volunteering photography. He holds nearly 10 years of working experience with great variety in order to tackle any photography job quickly and effectively. Intimately familiar taking high quality digital photographs, including framing, selecting and setting up lighting, and determining advanced shutter and lens options. Prioritizes communication on the job to avoid errors.

“Everyone understands the international language of a smile.”

Over the past decade, Abdulrahman has worked with everyone from charities, small local businesses, Government institutions, international brands and to some of Africa’s largest brands.

As part of his service to his clients, Abdulrahman always wears a smile and likes to bring his small community attitude to all his work. At all times, he maintains a professional, friendly and personal attitude.