It is because of the enthusiastic testimonials I found here that I chose WWISA and not another organization!

And it is all that they say, and even more, because experiencing the real thing, “volunteering through WWISA” is even better than reading about it.

I spent my time (4 weeks) ‘playing' with the 80+ children (between 3 to 5,5 years old) at the crèche of Kurland Village: how could I not love these children??

Although the kids live in a township, there is so much life in them, a lot of love & laughter too. They are open and giving to each volunteer - it might begin with a smile, then they approach to touch you while passing by and before you know it, they take your hand. Two hours later one or more is sitting on your knees and when you leave at the end of the day they all say goodbye and are waving at you.

One day, I came back to the crèche after visiting my godchild during the break at the school nearby. A few of the children who were playing outside in the garden saw me coming to the crèche so they came running to the fence, opened the gate for me and continued running to me with big smiles and open arms. What a welcome!!!

Besides that, I had a great time with the other volunteers at WWISA, Polly, Caroline, Nick and Pete. Returning home after work we shared our stories and we sometimes even participated/visited each other's projects. It allowed us to be part of a different experience and give us more insight into what the others were doing.

Finally, I enjoyed my stay at the WWISA house with its beautiful garden and its wonderful people who are always willing to help you out whether it is work related or personal. Mac & Rocky, you ROCK, guys ! And Marietjie, thank you for everything.

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