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I really liked my experience with IVHQ because everything was planned and guided where any questions were answered, any anxiety was calmed. This was my first solo trip as by the title you can see I have epilepsy. Living with that makes it hard to have certain experiences and in a comfortable manner. IVHQ helped immensely with that, the company of others, the accommodation, everything was well planned and helped myself travel solo and have a very joyful experience. I also liked traveling with IVHQ as this trip was a volunteer trip where there is the opportunity to make an impact and do something that would look good on a resume, and gives you the opportunity to also immerse yourself in the country you’re staying in.

Volunteering in Brazil ranks among the most eye-opening experiences of my life. As an American, spending time there showed me a completely different way of living. The children I worked with had very little compared to what we're used to, yet they were some of the most joyful, welcoming people I've encountered, sprinting out to play soccer and pulling me into their world despite the language barrier between us.

That same warmth met me everywhere I turned. Brazilians who spoke almost no English still made me feel like one of their own. From the hostel staff to my coordinator Vivian, whose energy and warmth made her easy to talk to from day one, to my fellow IVHQ volunteers, an international crew I genuinely loved being around and still stay close with today, the sense of belonging never let up.

Spending three weeks actually living within a different culture, rather than just passing through it, gave me a new perspective on how vast the world truly is, and how much of what I considered "normal" is really just an American mindset. Success isn't only measured in money, careers, and jobs, the way it often is back home. I watched people define a good life in entirely different terms, and thrive doing it.

Beyond the volunteer work itself, I also got to experience Brazil as a country: Christ the Redeemer, its beaches, the favelas, and food unlike anything I'd had before. It was the mix of giving back to a community and immersing myself in a new place that made the trip so meaningful.

I'd tell anyone to volunteer abroad, and I'd do this trip again in a heartbeat.

IVHQ offers life-changing experiences that help you grow as a person, open your mind, and inspire people from all over the world to support those who need it most.
When I first joined, I was nervous and a little scared, but I’ve never met anyone with a bad word to say about IVHQ. On the contrary, I’ve only heard inspiring stories about how it created a “before and after” in people’s lives.
With IVHQ, the local team, and my coordinator by your side every step of the way, you never feel alone. Living this experience with them is a guarantee that you’ll learn from others, discover new things about yourself you never knew existed, and realize just how much you can positively impact someone’s life. Most of all, this project leaves you with a truly unique experience that stays with you forever.

Volunteering is an incredibly rewarding experience that allows individuals to contribute positively to their communities while fostering personal growth. It provides an opportunity to develop new skills, build meaningful connections, and gain a sense of purpose. Whether you're helping a local charity, participating in environmental projects, or supporting educational initiatives, volunteering promotes empathy, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of societal challenges.

Beyond personal benefits, volunteering creates a positive impact on others' lives, making it a valuable and fulfilling way to give back. It’s a win-win experience that enriches both the volunteer and the community.

This experience is cool because it is a great way to give back to a community while participating in a different culture and touring. The local team was so supportive and I became close with other volunteers in the staff but also other volunteers and everyone else staying in the hostel. Almost instantly, I befriended people and later went on all my adventures I was there with them. So much fun, the most memorable experience of my life, and shaped what I want to do as a future career (possibly work with kids). The teachers I worked with were the sweetest and great for me to pick up language skills that once didn't seem achievable without being immersed in this environment. I cried when I was saying goodbye to the teachers and was comforted by them as if I were their son. A very sweet experience to say the least. Now I yearn to go back ASAP.

Genuinely, I had am incredible two week time and adventure volunteering in Rio de Janeiro Brazil through IVHQ.org and the local Jive team. I went into this blind not knowing what to expect, and it's fair to say it left me with the impression to do it again. I had an awesome time volunteering all thanks to the incredible people and staff at the "Vila Olimpica Da Gamboa". The staff were welcoming and showed me the ways of the Rio cultures. I had the chance to to take in all the beautiful sights, sounds, and tastes of the amazing Carioca culture. You can’t say you’ve really “been” somewhere unless you attempt at least to make new connections, or plant a tree 🌲 (😅), otherwise you’re just visiting. Happy to say I didn’t visit Brazil, but I’ve “been” to Brazil because of all the connections and friends I made here in Rio from different places that will last a lifetime, I'm sure.

It was a great experience in general; I met great people and places during my volunteering. This 2-month experience in Brazil helped me personally and also made me notice how blessed I am. This volunteering definitely helped me to enhance my Portuguese and also to strengthen my abilities when I am with little kids. I could say that I ended up linking being with kids. Also, you guys will have different projects to help with. What I enjoyed the most was that every day I was doing different and amazing things. I will definitely repeat it and encourage you guys to try it.

I had a great time in Rio de Janiero. I volunteered at a community garden in the Santa Teresa favelas. It was so beautiful. I will never forget the people I met. I learned so much about the Brazilian culture and lifestyle. I think one of the most important forms of education is travel, and I think this trip has made me way more knowledgeable. I can’t thank the locals enough for such an amazing experience. I had a great time meeting the other volunteers as well, and it was nice staying in the same hostel as them.