Last January we launched the Inaugural Experiential Volunteer Leadership School in Tipon, Peru. In addition to the hands-on work of the Backpack Project we added an afternoon leadership training school to provide opportunities for reflection, learning and growth for the volunteer. The additional training was added to further build on the experience and growth that volunteers have . The Escuela […]
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Volunteering has an impact on both the individual who volunteers and those impacted by the work. Over the coming month we will share brief videos highlighting the experiences of some of our volunteers and how the Backpack Project had an impact in their lives. We encourage you to watch the following video highlighting one student’s experience as a Backpack […]