Venture with Impact: Trujillo, Peru 🇵🇪

I participated in the July 2018 Chiang Mai, Thailand program. This is the perfect one month experience for people who want to work remotely, take some time off from work or just travel and immerse themselves in a different environment. A lot of travel groups and programs these days rush through multiple locations without allowing enough time to really "know" a place. I really liked how VWI provides comfortable accommodation, wifi and local support, so you won't be alone. I al… See more

Anyone looking for an adventure, chance to contribute your skills and learn new ones, and meet great people needs to know about Venture with Impact! I recommend it to someone I meet most weeks and am still in touch with my Peru pals! Thanks VWI!

I joined the second month of the Pilot program with VWI in Trujillo, Peru. Prior to signing up i had the want/ need to go travel for an extended period of time though, I didn't want to give up my job because I really liked it. So, I heard about Venture With Impact -- an abroad volunteer/travel program that encourages working remotely. I was immediately intrigued and signed up!
The process was very simple and Ann helped me feel at ease when I arrived.
I felt lucky to have be… See more

VWI is an experience unlike any other. I had a unique position of being a full-time volunteer, having recently left my corporate job to travel, and therefore had the privilege to work with several of the non-profit organizations collaborating with VWI in Trujillo, Peru.
I felt truly immersed in the city and Peruvian culture. We lived in an apartment in the city center, near the main Plaza where there were lots of events and always people gathered. There were tons of activiti… See more

This was exactly what I needed to escape the cold, NYC winter months. By day, I got some work done. At night, I either sat on my roof and contemplated career moves or met up with all the other awesome participants for beers, dinner, or just hanging out in their apartments.
This was the perfect balance of productive time + adventure.
I learned to surf, helped an eco nonprofit revamp their marketing and website, saw some of the most gorgeous spots in Peru, and made life… See more

The folks at VWI did everything in their power to help me with my personal goals. My only downfall was not letting them know when I had concerns. ie: I had a concern about my volunteering which I stuck out for a couple of days before saying anything to my surprise, the issue was cleared up by the end of the workday, (if I wasn't so nervous about saying something).

When I got to Trujillo I was nervous and wondering what I got myself into, but I quickly made friends with the locals (who are VERY helpful and friendly) which helped to fill any voids in my schedule. I have everything! Great food, volunteering, friends, day trips, gym time, space to work on my studies, adventure, I could go on...

I'm really happy to have been involved in this. I plan on doing it as long as I can work from my computer!

Absolutely amazing and life-altering experience!
I spent a month in Trujillo, Peru and was pleased with the thoughtful match of my professional background, skills, and interests with a local nonprofit organization, as well as with the 24/7 availability and support of program staff. I got to teach English in rural schools, start an after-school program in which students began a pen-pal language exchange program with an American school, and participate in adult language and c… See more

VWI was an amazing experience. I was able to work with inspiring non-profit organizations and immerse myself in their ongoing projects, and felt like I had many opportunities to connect with locals.
I also loved the VWI group - it was wonderful meeting motivated, interesting people from lots of different backgrounds who shared a common passion for serving others. I felt like I gained something valuable from each person I met in the program.
The coordinator also did a great job of setting up fun activities and excursions - there was always something going on, from happy hours to high-altitude hikes!
I highly recommend this experience to anyone who has the time and opportunity to participate.

The folks at VWI did everything in their power to help me with my personal goals. My only downfall was not letting them know when I had concerns. ie: I had a concern about my volunteering which I stuck out for a couple of days before saying anything to my surprise, the issue was cleared up by the end of the workday, (if I wasn't so nervous about saying something).
When I got to Trujillo I was nervous and wondering what I got myself into, but I quickly made friends with the locals (who are VERY helpful and friendly) which helped to fill the any voids in my schedule. I have everything! Great food, volunteering, friends, day trips, gym time, space to work on my studies, adventure, I could go on...
I'm really happy to have been involved in this. I plan on doing it as long as I can work from my computer!