2021-01-05
Back to where it all began: Arequipa, Peru
When I left to volunteer in South America, I did so specifically with Helping Overcome Obstacles Peru (HOOP). At the time of application, I wasn’t well-versed in what to look for in a non-profit, but I got lucky. HOOP is one of those rare organizations that operates ethically with truly capable leadership at the helm. They are also always looking for new volunteers and interns, and many of the current employees began as volunteer teachers!
Hi! I'm a current US expat and longtime traveler based in Strasbourg, France. I'm here because I fell in love with a Frenchie, and I think and write a lot about the identity implications of loving someone so much that you make lasting changes for them. But that's just part of my story. I have deep backpacker-adventure roots and love hiking and sports, including running, horseback riding, and soccer. In recent years, I've also developed a taste for slow city travel and never take for granted an opportunity to explore a new place and indulge in a delicious meal. Finally, I am also an enormous animal enthusiast and adore opportunities to safely and responsibly interact with them. Nothing puts this complex and beautiful world we all share more into perspective than being in nature.