Volunteering in Honduras: Dylan’s Experience with Project Trust

We recently heard from Dylan Stevens, one of our volunteers currently teaching in Honduras. Dylan is eight weeks into his year abroad and kindly shared some reflections (and wonderful photos!) about his experience so far.

Finding My Feet in Honduras

Volunteering in Honduras has been absolutely amazing. I’m currently eight weeks into my 12-month placement (which I’m very glad I chose), and it’s already been the best eight weeks of my life.

I’ve been teaching incredibly energetic – but of course, lovely – children, travelling around Honduras and beyond with other Volunteers, and embracing a completely different culture. Every day feels new and rewarding, and I’ve already learned so much about myself and the world around me.

Why I Chose to Teach Abroad for a Year

The idea to volunteer internationally came to me quite unexpectedly. At the start of Year 13, I attended a careers day at Sixth Form, not really expecting to hear anything that would change my plans -I was already set on going to university. Then I heard about the fantastic work that Project Trust does across the world, and I had a sudden thought: “Why not?” Despite normally being quite hesitant with big decisions, I knew that helping to provide education within a community abroad would be an incredibly rewarding experience – not just for my own personal growth, but for the next generation too.

Support from Project Trust

Project Trust has been there every step of the way – from helping me prepare for a year away (including guidance with fundraising!) to making sure all the legal and logistical parts of travelling abroad go smoothly behind the scenes. Their years of experience and genuine support have made a huge difference. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone thinking of taking this path.

Fundraising for My Year Abroad

It would be a lie to say that fundraising was easy – but with the amazing support of those around me, I made it. Friends, family, co-workers, and both local and national businesses all chipped in to help make the pennies count. The Fundraising Support team at Project Trust also shared great tips and advice that helped me stay motivated and organised.

    • Looking Back (and Ahead)

    If I haven’t made it clear enough already, I’m absolutely over the moon with my decision to volunteer with Project Trust. I didn’t know anyone else doing something like this, and I was definitely a bit nervous at first, but it’s turned out to be the best decision I’ve ever made.

    I’d recommend a gap year like this to anyone- whether it’s before university, while figuring out your future career, or simply to see more of the world and make a difference while you do.

    Find out more about volunteering in Honduras here.

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