Testimonials
Blanche did a fantastic job keeping me updated and answering my questions. Thank you! I loved being in the jungle! It is a fantastic project and one that should continue because it is such an amazing opportunity as a volunteer! I´m glad I had that experience. I would absolutely reccomend this program to others! And I will be volunteering through IVHQ again. This has been one the the most incredible experiences in my life. I will never forget it and I appreciate everything this program has provided for me. Thank you very much!
Julie MurrellNationality: Canadian
Age: 19
Host country: Peru - Cusco
Programme: Jungle Conservation
Date: July 2010 - 2 weeks
I was living with a host family and they were lovely! it was very rural cambodia but i was happy to get stuck in and adjust my standards accordingly.
Anna ShelmerdineNationality: British
Age: 22
Host country: Cambodia
Programme: Human Rights
Date: July 2010 - 4 weeks
My host family was amazing! I felt right at home! They were loving & caring toward all the volunteers. They exceeded their expectations by far! I am going to miss them so much! Orientation was great! Very informative! The tour was especially helpful.
Kristen ChenardNationality: American
Age: 21
Host country: Guatemala
Programme: Medical Placement
Date: July 2010 - 2 weeks
I was very impressed with everything about this trip, it was a great experience for me, I know I will never forget the people I met, the things I did, and the people I helped. Thank you and the rest of the staff for helping me.
Brendon GrybaNationality: Canadian
Age: 20
Host country: Peru - Cusco
Programme: Construction and Renovation
Date: May 2010 - 6 weeks
Perfect serrvice. Fast and complete answers to my questions.
Anja BaeNationality: German
Age: 30
Host country: Ecuador
Programme: Teaching English
Date: June 2010 - 4 weeks
Im very happy with my placement, i did fall ill for a day but got better fast thanks to my host family. Im glad i choose this programme.
Khadijah DhillonNationality: British
Age: 22
Host country: India
Programme: Women Empowerment
Date: July 2010 - 2 weeks
Working at the kids home has forever changed me. The love i felt from not only the children but from the staff there as well was one of the most rewarded things i've ever done in my life. I came in hoping to help the children of Colombia but i left with so much more that they helped me be a better person. So in a sense they helped me way more than i could have ever helped them. When kids have less they have way more than most. This is something they have taught me and I will never forget them. They have my heart.
Monica MoncivaizNationality: Hispanic
Age: 18
Host country: Colombia
Programme: Orphanage
Date: June 2010 - 4 weeks
I really love IVHQ. My questions were answered very promptly and thoroughly, which left me feeling assured and excited. Accomodation was great and welcoming.
Melissa WilkesNationality: Canadian
Age: 24
Host country: Cambodia
Programme: Orphanage/Childcare
Date: June 2010 - 3 weeks
I would most likely sign up again with IVHQ in the future.
Jennifer KuoNationality: American
Age: 30
Host country: Peru - Cusco
Programme: Childcare Work
Date: JUly 2010 - 2 weeks
The information booklet was extremely helpful, although you may want to emphasize that people can buy supplies for their project site when they are there rather than bring, for example, glitter glue with them in their suitcase.
Clare Austen-SmithNationality: American
Age: 20
Host country: Costa Rica
Programme: Teaching English
Date: July 2010 - 3 weeks