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lucy | volunteer in cambodia

Project Trust gives young peoplethe opportunity to explore the worldwhilst making a real contribution tothe Global Community. They providea Year Out with a conscience, whereyoung people don’t just see a placebut become a part of it.”Lucy | Volunteer in Cambodia

Africa

“I was tired of the mundane, the everyday, of timetables and restrictions. Everyone talked and acted the same but Project Trust offered something different: something to push me out of my comfort zone, develop my self confidence and assure methere is more than just work,grades and routine.”

Rachel | South Africa

“I feel I am more aware of what is going on globally. It’s a great experience to help people at such a young age and the whole thing has opened my perspective of what an individual is capable of.”

Sam | Botswana

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“A 12 month placement allowed me to immerse myself in the project, and develop throughout the year, learning from mistakes and building on early experiences until I felt I had improved, both in the work I was doing and as a person.”

I have become more aware of how other people live, and how much my actions can affect others.”

Jamie | Senegal

Ashley | Swaziland

NamibiaUganda

Sam | Botswana

“I’ve learnt how to communicate with and respond to different communities, cultures, religions, people and traditions. My respect for this planet’s rich, diverse mix of cultures and people has increased greatly over this year.”

Rory | South Africa

“Project Trust offers projects that really help and give value to communities in a wide variety of countries.”

Rebecca | Mauritius

“The support system met all of my expectations and if I ever had a problem Project Trust were always approachable.”

Rachel | Uganda

Chris | Ghana Senegal Heather | Malawi

“The village meeting and celebrations on the final day of school made me realise just how much we had been lucky enough to achieve and how much our work had been appreciated.”

Adam | Ghana

“The highlight of my year was when our English club won a competition where they had to perform a sketch which we helped them prepare for. Every member came in and thanked us for the help we had given them, then they threw us in the air and threatened to throw us in the swimming pool!”

Lena | Senegal

“Nothing can come close to the feeling when you wake up in a completely different environment than anything you’ve been in for your whole life, and feel more at home than ever before.”

Kate (pictured with Jenny & Calum) | Uganda

Asia

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Tom | Sri Lanka

“My perception on things has certainly altered: I generally feel like my world is bigger now. There’s so much out there, so many opportunities and so many things to see. But I’ve also learnt not to take so much for granted.”

John | Malaysia

“I would always advise anyone volunteering to go for as long as possible. The most valuable thing a volunteer can give is time, and the longer you stay the more impact you make.”

Lucy | Cambodia

“A long term placement really opens your eyes to the inner workings of a culture. I would not have had such a rewarding experience if I had been there for a shorter period of time.”

Ben | Thailand

“I made life-long friendships, learnt Japanese to a proficient level and I left the country feeling like I was leaving a second home.”

Lily | Japan

Naomi | China

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“A year overseas is ideal, it really allows you to sink your teeth into your project and break through the surface of your community. To make a real difference to both your project and yourself you need to invest the time.”

Izaak | India

“With Project Trust you get a personal touch and a safety net from an experienced charity if things do go wrong.”

Dan | China

“Project Trust is a highly ethical charity that took time and effort to discover about me and my choices. I chose them because I felt like they cared about their volunteers and projects. They’ve seen everything, and you couldn’t be in better hands. They offer a wide experience: it isn’t just one opportunity, it’s thousands. I know that now I have finished volunteering with Project Trust I’ve joined a larger family that I can be part of long after my year out.”

Rosie | Malaysia “Project Trust give lots of support getting overseas and whilst you are out there, but also give you enough freedom to feel like you’re doing it for yourself.”

Ellie | Malaysia

Americas

cHILE | DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | GUYANA | HONDURAS | PERU #thisisprojecttrust

Joe | Dominican Republic

“I developed so much in terms of confidence, assertiveness, organisation and of course in determination. I came out of the whole experience as a better, more rounded person.”

Jenny | Peru

“The unique experience of being a valued, professional figure in a community, in a place you grow to love, was the highlight of my experience abroad. Like most volunteers I came away with a second home and an amazing life-changing year of my life.”

Ross | Guyana

“Go and do something amazing, learn another language, become a member of a new community, travel beautiful countries and just go and be great (but expect the unexpected).”

Maddie | Honduras

“It was a fantastic opportunity to experience a different culture in every way possible; to travel, meet new people, try exciting food and share with local people in the most rewarding ways.”

Ruth | Chile

Lana & Chloe | Peru Danielle | Chile Honduras Guyana

“I think my perspective has changed because my year abroad made me see many global news issues from a different point of view. I now have a more varied view of the world and can appreciate different cultural views much more easily than I could before.”

Hannah | Chile

“Most other organisations seemed to offer experiences of a country or a culture without really becoming a part of it. Being out in Guyana for a year made the experience a memorable one, as well as actually changing the way I view a lot of things.”

Adam | Guyana

“Settling into a new culture and community is a challenge but one that I loved every second of.”

Joe | Dominican Republic

“The family atmosphere made the whole process fun and informative.”

Harry | Guyana

“It gives you the chance to live a completely different lifestyle that you wouldn’t normally be used to, to experience another culture, make friends and family and help to make a difference; something you just can’t put into words.”

Holly | Chile

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“Selection gives you that first taste and insight into what possibilities there are. It is very exciting to see all of the opportunities you could experience.”

Sam | Botswana

“The Selection Course was fundamental in my Project Trust experience. It inspired me and motivated me to grab a unique opportunity to change my life whilst helping others.”

Lucy | Cambodia

“Coming all the way to Coll made it feel like the start of an adventure. I couldn’t imagine getting told you’re moving to a new country when you’d only filled out a form online. It was invaluable to talk to staff members about the different countries so I could make an informed decision.”

Maddie | Honduras

“I enjoyed Training because we were able to spend a substantial amount of time on the island, get to know the Project Trust family and learn about the country and project. It felt good to return from Coll with a folder full of information which answered all of my questions, which was extremely helpful throughout my year overseas.”

Katie | India

Selection Selection

(Home of Project Trust)

“Don’t ever be disheartened by fundraising because it is possible and is achieved by people of varying economic backgrounds year after year. It teaches you to ‘get up and go,’ a great attitude when working and travelling which will allow you to get the most out of your year.”

Rachel | Peru

“Training did provide me with useful information about my country, and once you learn more and know more about your project you can begin to seriously think about what you’re about to embark on, and the excitement grows.”

John | Malaysia

“I enjoyed Debriefing because it was a chance to share all my experiences with the other volunteers who had experienced similar life-changing events. I was able to get things off my chest which my friends and family wouldn’t understand.”

Rachel | Mauritius

Debriefing

Training

The Hebridean Centre I Isle of Coll I Argyll I Scotland I PA78 6TE Tel 01879 230 444 Email info@projecttrust.org.uk

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“I realise now that we live in a global society and not just our home one. I believe people are born into their circumstances by pure chance

and to be born with opportunities and privileges gives usa responsibility to give back to those who don’t have them.”

Lucy | Volunteer in Cambodia | 2012/13