The figure of the aid worker often feels distant to most of us. Those people who—crazy (or completely sane, depending on how you look at it)—leave their daily lives behind and travel far away, to countries that seem not to be part of the very same globe, to actively take part in changing and improving other, less fortunate realities.
As a crazy (or sane) person, I often hear comments like “I’m not cut out for that” or “that’s not for me.” And it’s true: not everyone has to be suited for the same things, but diversity is wealth, and in life, each of us is part of a great team. What I mean is: not leaving your routine or not dedicating your time doesn’t mean it’s not in your power to participate in change or collaborate with projects, near or far.
Every time I return from a volunteer trip, my head is brimming with clearly feasible ideas, but I always run into the same obstacle: funding. The truth is, bringing any initiative to life takes three things: enthusiasm, human resources, and material resources. The person who puts their time and enthusiasm into a project is just as valuable as the financial support that makes it possible.
At Kukumiku, we want to bring together every link in that great chain. To do so, we showcase initiatives by people ready to dedicate their time and passion who need your collaboration.
Don’t underestimate your ability to cooperate—become an online aid worker, an active agent for human and collective development!