(In this photo, from left to right: Alex, Avalon (long-term volunteer), Katie (short-term volunteer) and I) Don't forget to join our Dare2B community page by clicking on "LIKE".
On Friday, August 27th, 20-year-old Alex Unger finally arrived to Chile from New York City to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity (HFH).
As it turns out Alex’s mom, Sheryl, and I had worked together at the same financial firm I resigned from after 4 years to pursue expanding my volunteer efforts abroad. Upon my departure from the firm, I sent an email to everyone I had worked with throughout the years notifying them of my new endeavors. Shortly after my arrival to Chile I received an email from Sheryl inquiring about volunteer programs available with HFH Chile. She had recalled my departure email and reached out when Alex decided to volunteer with HFH for 1 month. They were unsure on how to begin the process and ensure a program that would best fit his schedule, skills and future goals.
After a brief discussion with Sheryl I approached a few decision makers in the organization to see how we could best accommodate Alex’s desire to volunteer. See, the issue is, customarily there are 2 ways to get involved as a volunteer with HFH Chile:
Global Village
Short-term 2-week program where “you work alongside members of the host community in building decent, affordable housing”. - Habitat for Humanity
Long-term International Volunteer
“Since its inception, Habitat for Humanity has relied on the commitment, spirit and expertise of volunteers to fuel its mission. The International Volunteer Program gives you the opportunity to serve with one of our overseas offices for several months”. - Habitat for Humanity
Fortunately for Alex, we were in the process of creating a new strategy that required a volunteer with his niche, writing. Alex will be assisting HFH Chile with creative writing focusing on our array of programs and all Chile has to offer.
Welcome to the Habitat for Humanity Chile team Alex! We are delighted to have you onboard.
Stay tuned for more photos of Alex’s adventures in Chile throughout the month of September.
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