Bali 2019

Hello, my name is Kylie I am 22 years old. As I was flying from Buffalo, New York to Denpasar, Indonesia to start my 3 weeks teaching English in Ubud I never could have predicted how much I would really learn from this experience. From the amazing cultural I got to experience first hand on a daily basis, to the 3rd graders I taught, to the people from all around the world I made forever friends with, volunteering has made a huge impact on my life. After spending 3 weeks with my students the last day was so hard to say goodbye to each and everyone of them. They’re so respectful and eager to learn it’s hard to leave them after class everyday because they want to stay and learn more. It’s amazing to see how joyful these kids are with every little thing they have. From playing on break time with a ball made from recycled paper to playing jump rope with old shreds of fabric and clothes tied together. This experience will really open up your eyes and help you realize how incredibly blessed and lucky you are. Having clean running water, more than enough food in your belly, and all the electronics and technologies we take for granted. I can say that I will definitely be volunteering again, and hopefully for longer next time! This experience really touched me, and made me look at life differently. If anyone is considering volunteering through IVHQ I would 100% recommend it. If you have any questions or concerns you’ll always get a quick helpful response. Your coordinators you’re provided with give you so much helpful advice and tips on where to go and how to get there, they help so much it’s so nice to have them there. Volunteering can help find your true self, while helping those around you. My dream of helping others and traveling has came true thanks to IVHQ Bali, Ubud teaching program. Can’t wait for my next trip!