Volunteering for the Servas Peace School in Turkyie 2024

Hello everyone.

I am Selin, a 20-year-old Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation student at Akdeniz University

I wanted to share a bit about the impact of being a volunteer at the Servas Peace School for the first time.

I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my life at the Servas Peace School. During this process, caring for children who faced various challenges due to the earthquake and supporting them was a significant learning journey for both them and me. With the participation of international volunteers, we not only provided physical support to the children but also healed their spirits.

Every day started with smiles on the children's faces. We played games, drew pictures, and shared stories together. Each activity helped them revive their imaginations and forget their traumas to some extent.

The children's happiness reminded us once again of the importance of our work.This process also contributed greatly to my personal development. My problem-solving skills, in particular, improved significantly in this environment where I had to find creative solutions to every situation we encountered. Every challenge gave me a new perspective and demonstrated the power of working together.

In conclusion, my time at the Servas Peace School was a period of significant change and growth for both the children and me. Together, we learned that with love and solidarity, we can overcome any difficulty.It is my greatest wish to touch the lives of people in every country I visit.

I am grateful to everyone involved. Take care.