RAF (BELGIUM)

Volunteered From AUGUST 2023 TO OCTOBER 2023

2023 On my first day, I was welcomed with open arms. All the subsequent days were no different, these people are so kind! Teaching these kids … it is a very humbling experience. It made me be aware of my privileges even more. It has taught me not to take even the most basic things for granted. The students that come to the school show an amazing amount of motivation, dedication, and talent. That is so admirable and inspiring. Even in my first week here I noticed progress in a student, and that in itself is a privileged position to be in. Helping out at Habibi Center has rekindled my passion for teaching and it has motivated me to start a TEFL course. When completed, I will be a certified teacher, being able to teach English as a foreign and second language. This is thanks to my time here at Habibi, and for that I will be eternally grateful to Steph and Camille, and to all the volunteers I had the honor of working with. As for the location, I mean, Athens is not a bad city to find yourself in for a couple of weeks, not bad at all. Apart from the amazing historic ruins from the birthplace of democracy, there’s also a whole plethora of great food, and every week there’s something going on somewhere in the city. This was truly a life-changing experience. Time went by too quickly. I have laughed so much. And I have learned so much myself. From the bottom of my heart, Habibi and all involved have my most sincerest thanks. Ending with the words of Arnold: “I’ll be back!”