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Teacher Volunteer Stories

Luke's Story

In June 2022, Luke's volunteer journey with VLM in Songea, Tanzania, allowed him to teach at both De Paul School and Songea Deaf School, where he learned new sign languages, gained insight into global challenges, and was deeply impacted by the warmth of the people and the experience.

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Student Volunteer Stories

Sorcha's Story

Inspired by VLM's motto “Do one thing, do something,” Sorcha's three-week volunteering experience at Alemachen Rehabilitation Centre in Addis Ababa became life-changing, as she connected with children through games, art, and music, discovering that compassion transcends all language barriers.

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Retiree Volunteer Stories

Kathleen's Story

Kathleen's journey with the Vincentian Lay Missionaries to Ethiopia began in 2008 as a one-time trip, but it became an 11-year life-changing mission filled with meaningful connections, invaluable lessons, and unwavering dedication to supporting one of the world's poorest countries.

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Dymphna's Story

Fulfilling a lifelong dream of working in Africa, Dymphna joined the Vincentian Lay Missionaries in 2016 for an eight-week teaching adventure in Ethiopia, forming lasting friendships, embracing new experiences, and discovering the joy of giving back

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General Volunteer Stories

Fintan's Story

In August 2019, Fintan and his daughter Louise joined the Vincentian Lay Missionaries in Ambo, Ethiopia, where they taught English at a summer school, witnessed the transformative work of the local mission supporting deaf children, and saw first-hand the urgent need for expanded educational facilities.

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Margaret's Story

Margaret's second visit to Ethiopia combined spiritual reflection with meaningful service as she catalogued a library at St Catherine’s in Addis Ababa, embracing the country’s deep religious history, vibrant culture, and the profound value of simply being present.

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