We were a small group from Italy that went to Romania to volunteer at the local summer camps together. We've had experience with international summer camps before coming to Romania and were very excited to have a new experience in a new culture. As a group we did one week of orientation and two weeks of camp. The orientation week was wonderful! We were able to see so many beautiful parts of Romania and were accompanied by an amazing and knowledgeable guide. After the orientation week we had two weeks of camp in two different villages. We had the best time working with other volunteers from different parts of the world as well as getting to know the kids and locals of the area. The entire time, the local team was always there to support us and help with anything we needed. We never felt unsafe or worried about anything while there. The other volunteers were great and we've made some great connections with all different types of people! We loved every moment of our time there and would tell anyone who is thinking about going to just go!

Where do I even begin? From the very start the programme coordinator at IVHQ ensured all my questions were answered, and everything was in perfect order for my volunteering. Once at my placement, the local team was incredibly helpful and supportive, ensuring I had everything I needed- from helping me understand how to commute to my work place, where the supermarket was, and even more technical aspects like where to buy SIM cards…. Overall, my two experiences at IVHQ allowed me to grow an asset of skills, and with their wide array of countries to volunteer at, I’m sure everyone will find what they desire! I definitely would recommend them and I’m already planning my next volunteering too!

I was supported 24/7, the details of the activities and the accommodation were well described and I knew what to expect before departing. The local team made me feel safe and heard, they were there anytime I needed them.

The activities I did helped me develop even more confidence, empathy and open mindedness. The days were very well organized, I had an online schedule that I could consult anytime. If during the day I spent my time with a fee volunteers, in the evening I got the chance to share my activities with everyone else in the accommodation and that created a great sense of safety and friendship.

Mi experiencia en el voluntariado en Rumania con IVHQ fue de las mejores experiencias de mi vida para mi crecimiento personal.
Disfruté de realizar actividades en el jardín, pude conocer la ciudad y sus hermosas vistas. Admirar la arquitectura de las casas la cual es muy diferente a la arquitectura de mi país.
Pude conocer a gente increíble de diferentes países y culturas, compartir momentos con ellos, hacer increíbles recuerdos.
El equipo local fue un gran apoyo en momentos cruciales, siempre están al pendiente de los voluntarios y son muy amables y accesibles.
Sin duda recomiendo la experiencia ampliamente!

English version:
My experience volunteering in Romania with IVHQ was one of the best experiences of my life for my personal growth.
I enjoyed doing activities in the garden, I was able to get to know the city and its beautiful views. Admire the architecture of the houses which is very different from the architecture of my country.
I was able to meet incredible people from different countries and cultures, share moments with them, and make incredible memories.
The local team was a great support in crucial moments, they are always on the lookout for the volunteers and are very friendly and accessible.
I recommend the experience highly!

I had the best week of my life in Romania. I helped in building a playground for a school but I felt very lucky as I got to experience a few different volunteering programs during my stay so I really felt like I made the most of my short trip. I would recommend this program to everyone but I really did wish I went for longer as I felt like I was packing up and leaving as soon as I had gotten settled! I met incredible people and had many new exciting experiences. It was a week I will remember forever!

Volunteering with IVHQ has become one of the brightest events in my life.
I immersed into the agriculture project, where I did traditional works in the upkeep of the garden and vegetable garden, which are educational space for children of the local community.
I learned about vegetable gardening culture that has practice in this region, got new knowledge from communicating with professionals in their field, became acquainted with innovative technologies in farming. It was great, even for a short time, to become part of a local team and work in such an amazing place rich in its history and unique nature.
I went to participate in a volunteer program, and I got not only into a volunteer project, but I also explored of town Miercurea Ciuc. This is a small town where ancient citadels and buildings, fairy-tale streets with their cobbled pavements, with the charm of the past and special beauty. It is located in Transylvania, a region surrounded by misty mountains, medieval forests and wrapped in legends and mysteries. I discovered Romania for myself — a place where I want to return.
I would like to encourage others to work with IVHQ by participating in volunteer programs, because it has many benefits and give opportunities: help others, learn languages, traditions and culture of other countries, also meet and communicate with local residents and volunteers from different countries.

Incredible experience volunteering in Romania! Highly recommend and is a great sample of adult life for those about to move out. Made like-minded friends whom I still keep in contact with after the volunteering and had the satisfaction of knowing the volunteering I was doing was helping the community. I didnt have one negative experience. Food was purchased by the organisers to the accommodation and we could write a list of requests. Everything was close to the accomodation: thrift shops, supermarket, hikes. Only thing I regretted was that I didn't stay longer

This experience was soooo fun! I volunteered at the dog shelter and it was such a blast and great to help out. The staff there work so hard and there are so many dogs that need love and care. They’re doing amazing work and it’s so cool to be a part of it. The orientation week we a blast & staff were super friendly and helpful. The accommodation was nice & clean and there are cute cats and a dog that live in the area. The country itself is so picturesque it’s like being in a fairytale. Would definitely recommend!