This past August, we excitedly launched the blog you are reading right now. This was the first time we attempted to pull people’s experiences into one blog, and to be honest, we weren’t sure how it was going to go. But because we have such an awesome team of devoted bloggers – who have braved blackouts, illnesses and lack of consistent internet connection among other obstacles to get their words out there - it’s been a great experience so far.
Of course, this blog is for you, the reader. We hope you learned about what it’s like to be a volunteer in Latin America, felt more confident to take that first step, found some opportunities, were inspired to have your own adventures, didn’t feel bored and more. Thanks so much for following along.
So what’s in store for 2010? Well, for one, we’ll be adding 14 writers to the roster. The new bloggers range from a Kiva Fellow in Bolvia to a volunteer empowering girls in Costa Rica to a co-coordinator of a nonprofit in Mexico, just to name a few.
We’ll also be incorporating more good ideas from around Latin America, and will be adding two new regular features: one that highlights the work of photojournalists traveling around the continent and another that showcases local perspectives.
As always, we welcome guest writers to submit an entry or two from time to time. So if you have a great story or resource you would like to share, please let us know.
Thanks again for reading, and see you in 2010. Feliz Año Nuevo!
Latest posts by cellyham
- Are you an Idealist in Latin America? Write for our blog! - April 15th, 2010
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- We Want to Hear from YOU! - February 16th, 2010
- $1 Million for Idealist - Vamos! - January 19th, 2010
- Helping Haiti: Things to Consider - January 18th, 2010
- All-Female Transport in Mexico - January 6th, 2010
- How to Volunteer Abroad: A One Minute Explanation - December 22nd, 2009
- Can You Spare a Vote? - December 11th, 2009
- International Volunteer Day Event in Buenos Aires, December 4 - November 30th, 2009
- Write for Us! - November 17th, 2009
