I enjoy meeting new people and sharing new experiences, and always looking for opportunities for discovering art and culture across the globe. I have a passion for working with people of all ages to offer support where I can.
Volunteering with Voluntary Global was a truly life changing experience, with their ethical approach and ability to promote positive, sensitive ways of helping.
2019-08-01
Voluntario Global Ambassador Neil West
Written by Neil WestI have been working in Health and Social Care for many years and recently took a career break to travel and volunteer.
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