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A Day in the Life of a Volunteer at a Deaf School in Rwanda

Written by Lillian Berggoetz

The children are back and ready to learn, and I'm back and ready to teach.

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The Shock of Returning to American Life

Written by Shantel Dickerson

Shantel Dickerson visiting a friend in Washington, DC on her way home to California after having lived in Japan for two years.

After two years abroad, going home wasn't what I expected.

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How to Say Goodbye

Written by Shantel Dickerson

Leaving one country is marked in different ways.

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Goodbye JET, Hello Peace Boat!

Written by Shantel Dickerson

The worst part of starting a new adventure is saying goodbye.

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Flying from One Family to Another

Written by Daniel B. Sarvestani

A long-awaited return home allowed me to focus on my past, present and future.

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Adventures in Rwandan Deaf community

Written by Lillian Berggoetz

How volunteering helps to change attitudes.

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A Twofold Language Barrier

Written by Lillian Berggoetz

Lillian (right) and her friend Reagan visit a market in Rwanda.

The challenges of travelling with cochlear implants.

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Why I'm Volunteering at a Deaf School in Rwanda

Written by Lillian Berggoetz

I was 12 when I lost my hearing. Now, I'm using my experience to help others.

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So, You Want to Become an Aid Worker?

Written by Daniel B. Sarvestani

Daniel poses with a local farmer in the mountains of Copan, Honduras, where he works as a human rights advocate.

Read this first for a reality check.

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