An Amazing Organization

During the spring of this year I spent three weeks in Quito, Ecuador. This was my first time traveling outside of the United States by myself for an extended period of time, and Ubelong helped make for a wonderful experience. Before I left I received a very helpful and detailed briefing manual that helped answer most of my questions, and any that were left unanswered, my mentor was able to quickly respond to via email. Also, before I left, I had a Skype safety meeting with my mentor that went over how to keep safe in the field and really helped to calm some of my nerves.Once I arrived in Ecuador the host family I stayed with was wonderful. I was immediately welcomed and made to feel like part of the family, which made for a very unique experience. The teaching project I worked on was something that I will never forget. Not only did I help the children learn English, but they also helped me learn so much about who I am and who I want to become. With full confidence, I recommend Ubelong to anyone who is looking to volunteer abroad. It is a family that I am so proud to be apart of!