Clara

"Hi everyone! I am Clara, from Spain, and I spent my last three months in the beautiful city of Ioannina working closely with teenagers living in the Agios Athanasios Facility. Our main objective was to offer them a fun, safe and educational space, where they could feel welcomed and respected while developing their creativity and personal qualities (that are a lot!). 

Although time passed by really quick during these months, the opportunity has been really interesting and a gift in many ways. Being in touch with these teenagers and knowing first-hand their stories, as well as being part of their daily lives, has helped me put into perspective the opportunities and privileges I have, a blow of reality that, in my opinion, is really necessary in today's society.

Furthermore, life in a country with a different culture, as well as the team work developed with the rest of the volunteers and with the workers of the center and the organisation, have been a constant source of learning and good times that gave me the opportunity to grow both professionally and, above all, personally.

I wish I had more time to further explore the beauty of Greece, especially of this region of Epirus, but I am very happy I was able to grasp a nice idea of the culture, language, and hospitality of the Greek people. I am also incredibly thankful for the opportunity this experience gave me of coming across beautiful people with whom I could share not only a house but also great and fun memories and common interests and views on what really matters in life. 

Hope to see you again, Greece!"

This project was co-funded by the European Commission.