Volunteer in Childcare Work in Guatemala

My favorite moments from this volunteer experience were getting a perspective from a teacher from a third-world country and talking to children and their dreams for the future. I got really attached to these kids, my last day I wished I could stay with them. These kids have motivated me to figure out what I want to do with my future, I used to be between a career in social matters or in the medical field but now being with them and seeing the struggles that many children go through has given me ...

I went to Guatemala for 7 weeks to volunteer in childcare. Before going I was unsure what to expect and I was nervous as I had heard stories that Guatemala wasn't safe but the moment I arrived I was picked up and transferred to where I would be staying in a house with 14 other volunteers! I immediately made friends and the company organising everything was very helpful! The childcare program was amazing and I helped out after school teaching maths, English and crafts! I never felt unsafe and I t...