This experience was remarkable. I met volunteers from all over the world, explored the rich culture of Argentina, and volunteered at a local childcare with loving children. This experience gave me the opportunity to go outside my comfort zone and learn more about myself and others. Future participants should know not to "expect" anything and be open to everything. Part of this experience is spontaneous adventures/moments that you weren't expecting and it is pivotal to make the most out of everything.

I took the 3 weeks special needs program. It’s a life changing experience. The accommodation is very neat and clean. There is a worker who cleaned the house everyday. I shared a room with 3 other girls. The breakfast and dinner are included in the program fee. I love my placement so much. The resident are mentally and physically disabled . But they were super kind and friendly. Our weekend life was very fun and colorful. We went to the city center of Cordoba, and grabbed some drinks with friends. I highly recommend you to choose the special needs program in Cordoba with IVHQ!

What an amazing program! I was located at a community center called Sapo Pepe, where children, who come from impoverished families, come after school to receive bread and milk. This was the first time volunteers got to help at this site! I was working on the main building, adding concrete to the outside, and later painting the wall a crisp white with an orange door and orange window frames. I also helped build a concrete column and 2 rebars, which are used to build the concrete columns. These columns are a part of the entranceway to Sapo Pepe. What was so unique about this experience? I was working with a Spanish-speaking community and we learned how to communicate with simple Spanish and lots of hand gestures and laughs! Because I studied Spanish growing up, I was able to enhance my Spanish-speaking skills which was an extra plus! My final day on site, the family members brought out a big breakfast buffet for us as a thank you. Future participants- please keep an open mind! My biggest piece of advice on any trip, but it is so important to be open and willing to learn and delve into a new culture and lifestyle. This is how we grow as individuals. During my time in Argentina, I learned that happiness does not come from material items; happiness comes from being surrounded by family and friends. Happiness comes from being alive and being thankful for these people. Argentina is certainly missed and will be forever treasured.

The experience at IVHQ has been an absolute blast as it has allowed me to get outside of my comfort zone and completely immerse myself in a new culture, language, and way of life. Working with different children and seeing the smiles I put on their faces is a life-changing experience for me as it is to them. Salsa class has also been a blast and resulted in many laughs with others while learning the art of salsa dancing. I would like to sincerely thank everyone at IVHQ for the amazing experience.

This was an incredible program! The hospitality and staff are amazing, they go above and beyond to make you feel at home. I did the program working with children and did not speak Spanish but as long as you are creative and come with a positive attitude you will have the best time with the children. I would suggest taking advantage of the Spanish, Salasa, and Bachata classes the staff can coordinate for you at home as it is a great way to learn about the culture.

It was my first time volunteering, my first time working with young children for several consecutive days and my first time in Latin America. Despite being full of many firsts, my experience with IVHQ in Villa Allende was amazing - the staff was friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, I had no safety concerns whatsoever and the children and caregivers at my placement were extremely sweet. Thank you for making this an unforgettable experience.

It was my first time volunteering with young children and being at the daycare with a small group of children was an amazing experience. It was great because we were able to learn about the children on a personal level. After only the first day we knew all the kids names and they knew ours. It was a great pleasure and a very humbling experience that warmed my heart. It was great to be with the children.

We had an incredible time with the IVHQ Argentina program. Everything we expected happened and some! The volunteers, program, people, staff were just incredible. Thank you for everything!

My time here has been amazing, it has impacted me as a human being in many different ways. I did not know what to expect coming here as this was my first time leaving my home country of Canada and doing something like this abroad. I have volunteered with many NGO's before but this is hands down one of my favorites. The people who run this program are very opening and welcoming. If you are reading this consider more than this and do it! It is not something you will regret. The culture and way of life is a whole a new opening door to your life. If you're worried about the food, do not stress amigo it is amazing.

It was my first time volunteering with young children and being at the daycare with a small group of children was an amazing experience. It was great because we were able to learn about the children on a personal level. After only the first day we knew all the kids names and they knew ours. It was a great pleasure and a very humbling experience that warmed my heart. It was great to be with the children.

I did not know what to expect coming into this but this program exceeded my expectations on many levels. The hospitality that is provided along with the staff are incredible, they go above and beyond to make you feel like you are at home. Working with the children at the program was very rewarding, I do not speak Spanish but all the children want to do is have fun so as long as you are creative and come with a positive attitude you will love it. There are Spanish, salsa, and bachata classes that the staff can coordinate for you and I highly recommend that you take advantage of it as you get the full experience and understand the culture more.

I would highly recommend this for all. The best part were the children. The most compassionate and loving than Ive ever seen anywhere else. What a blessing it was for all the people who were helping there. The people you meet and the stories you hear from them will stay with you forever.

Whatever project you decide to work with you will learn something valuable and be impacted at a personal level that you can not get anywhere else. Peace and love.