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I spent 4 weeks on the Tanzania Teaching programme on Mafia Island. It was the best experience of my life. The camp is in a small town called Utende, the town is lovely and the people are so friendly. Staff on camp are some of the most greatest people I've ever met and never fail to amaze me with the passion they have for their chosen project whether that is marine, teaching or terrestrial. The camp is a basic camp. Although basic, beds are comfortable, there is plenty of food and showers are refreshing, if a little cold. Food on camp was much better than expected, not just rice and beans! Lunch is usually rice and beans but dinner is always tasty whether it is pumpkin, cabbage or mchicha, its great! The teaching project was great, while in Tanzania I earned my 20-Hour TEFL certificate. This was done quite easily because as well as school hours there are so many people in Utende who want to learn/improve their english. Teaching at school was a great experience. Any spare time i had, was spent tagging along with the terrestrial team on a walk or snorkelling with Team Marine, visiting surrounding islands, heading to the main town of Kilindoni or just hanging out either at camp or on the beach. I would recommend this programme to anyone who was considering it. The island is absolutely gorgeous, the people are lovely and i am so sad to be leaving here and i know the next opportunity i get i will be back in this amazing place with Frontier.

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Location: Tanzania

Posted: May 10, 2013

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By: Rachel
Age: 18

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By: Frontier
Age: 23
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Posted: May 10, 2013

Rachel, Thanks for your review, and for your efforts on the project. And congrats on your certificate!

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I had a 6 week company with frontier as a 'tanzanian adventurer' one of the best 6 weeks of my life and recommend it to anyone interested.

Program: Volunteer Abroad

Location: Tanzania

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By: Alessandro
Age: 19

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By: Frontier
Age: 23
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Posted: May 10, 2013

Thanks for your review, it's much appreciated!

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The Be the Change program takes your idea and gives you the skills and experience you need to make it a reality. The program provides you with fundraising techniques, tips on how to promote your project using social media, inspirational case studies from the staff and so much more. Not only do you learn from the staff, but you meet a diverse group of like-minded people from all parts of the world, who wish to create positive change in some way. You will learn from each other and be inspired by new ideas and perspectives. You will also make friends for life. However, the program only lasts a week, which isn't long enough. I feel there is so much more that could be covered if only there was more time.

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Location: Australia

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By: Caitlin
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GVN Be the Change, Taupo A very warm welcome from GVN team when I arrived. I was then introduced to other participants who came from around the world. In a very short time I did not feel like a stranger at all. The GVN team facilitated and delivered the programme very well - well organise and they are very knowledgable and experience. During the workshop there are some interactions, group discussions, activities and we are also given small tasks during the workshop. We had presentation close to the end of the programme. Also, we had guest speakers who added more flavour to the programme. If you do not know what you would like to achieve out of the programme, but have a passion in social change, the GVN team can help you in many ways - they can provide you advice, guidance, help you brainstorm your unclear ideas to the possibilities where you would like to be and what you can do to achieve your goals or dreams. When you finish the programme, GVN team never close their door - you are always welcome anytime if you need help from them. Outside the workshop hours we had freedom to do anything we'd like to do - exercise, quiet time, etc. We also had opportunity to visit a few places, see the beauty of the nature. I thoroughly enjoyed the programme, the one week programme is worth to attend for those who want to make a difference for the better.

Program: Volunteer Abroad

Location: New Zealand

Posted: May 9, 2013

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I have been in Madagascar for six weeks and absolutely love it. I have been an "adventurer" doing the Teaching, Diving and Wildlife project. Throughout the program i have been based at camp, however recently I have been based in town doing my teaching project. The schools we have been visiting are filled with bright, friendly children who are always excited to participate in anything you are willing to teach. During the teaching we focus one on particular school, a extremely large school run by nuns, the children there love to see us and always made us feel welcome. The accommodation in town is clean and caters to all needs with a nice toilet and shower. The house is large and in a fantastic location which allows you to have easy access to shops, bars and restaurants. The food provided is excellent and varied, cooked by staff but help from participants is always welcomed. The staff on the teaching program are lovely and very approachable. They are great with the children and the teachers and are alway willing to suggest ideas and encourage you to work to the best of your ability, making sure you get the most out of the project. Having a basic knowledge in French would be useful, however staff are there to help and translate if you require. I would recommend all projects in Madagascar to anyone, especially the teaching program. It is a very rewarding program and you always leave the school with a smile on your face and looking forward to the next day of teaching.

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By: lynne
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By: Frontier
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Posted: May 9, 2013

Thanks loads for your review. Madagascar really sounds amazing!

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