I've often heard that the key to a successful volunteer abroad experience is flexibility. I've not even left yet, and this has already become the case! Last week, I received a call from CCS. Unfortunately, due to lower-than-needed enrollment in my previous placement of Trang, Thailand, they had to cancel my chosen start date and program. And, while at first a bit shocked, I realized quickly that I had an opportunity to REALLY step out of my comfort zone and head somewhere where my skill set was even more needed.
When I first decided to go abroad this summer, I struggled between the many options that CCS offers. I mean...when there is simply SO much need in the world and you can only do so much, where do you go? Tanzania weighed on me then, but I ended up choosing Thailand for a variety of reasons, knowing all along that perhaps I was more needed elsewhere.
I need your support more than ever, as the cost of my airfare is approximately $1000 more than I had originally planned for Thailand. I'm confident that I'll get all that I need. I can't wait for this new twist on my adventure!
