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Kathryn McCarthy

Nepal – 2 Week Group Trip – August 2019
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What words would you use to describe your experience in Nepal?

A truly inspiring and special trip that I will always remember fondly. Thank you to VoluntEars for giving me this amazing opportunity and a lifetime of memories.

How do you think you benefitted from the experience?

It was humbling to be able to give back to others. It makes me appreciate what I have and reflect on how I can continue to help and support others. I look forward to sharing the experience with others and making them aware of the amazing work VoluntEars does. It made me reflect on the amazing work we do at our school in the UK and how lucky our pupils and families are.

What did you learn?

It was great to learn some Nepalese Sign Language! I also enjoyed learning first hand that there are no real barriers to communicating with others, only the barriers we put up. The Deaf pupils had such richness of language and were so adaptable in communicating with us. They were truly inspiring. It was great to be a part of an amazing team and each person had a different background, experience and set of skills which made us a strong team who supported each other throughout.

What did you like about the VoluntEars programme?

It offered a balanced range of activities and met the needs of all people involved. More importantly it was fully inclusive and accessible by all. Even though VoluntEars is an organisation, it is small and personal. I think it’s very special that the Director of the organisation leads the groups himself. It gives it a personal touch. It was lovely to see the contacts and connections that VoluntEars has developed in the community over the years. The school is very lucky to have such a strong advocate working alongside them and it is wonderful to witness first-hand the amazing work that VoluntEars has achieved.

What did VoluntEars do well?

From start to finish it was well organised, fully inclusive and great experience. I felt safe and I’m good hands the entire time.

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