Arrival and Settling In 

I arrived in Thailand for a volunteering mission. Initially, I was with a host family, but since the house was far from everything, I requested to move to the university. This allowed me to get closer to another volunteer and the university students. 

Engagement at the Museum 

•  Role: 

As a mediator at the Folklore Museum, I became a guide for foreign visitors, which helped me improve my communication skills. 

• Activities: 

I participated in organizing various workshops, such as dyeing, candy making, preservation of ancient objects, shadow puppetry, and cooking. 

• Special Projects: 

I contribute to creating learning content about certain works in the museum to complement the museum exhibitions. 

Cultural Interactions 

Meetings: 

I had enriching exchanges with other volunteers and students to better understand different cultures. 

Personal Development: 

These interactions helped me gain a better understanding of Thai culture and develop intercultural awareness. 

Cultural Visits 

Songkhla : 

I visited Songkhla, a relaxing coastal town, where I enjoyed the beaches and walked around the old quarter. 

Surat Thani : 

In Surat Thani, I visited the Pillar Shrine and enjoyed a great diversity of Thai food. 

Temples : 

I explored temples like Wat Thammakhot in northern Songkhla and Wat Yang near the city of Nakhon Si Thammarat. 

Park and Waterfall : 

I also ventured into a national park (Ton Nga Chang Wildlife Sanctuary) to admire the Ton Plio waterfalls and surrounding nature. 

Workshops and Events 

Leadership Camp:

I am involved in a camp scheduled from October 25 to 27, where I need to create activities on leadership and teamwork, enhancing my organizational skills. 

 Collaboration: 

I am working with Sui Tam Sanchez, a Mexican volunteer, to facilitate the camp activities, promoting cultural exchange. 

Workshops and Events 

Leadership Camp: 

I am involved in a camp scheduled from October 25 to 27, where I need to create activities on leadership and teamwork, enhancing my organizational skills. 

Collaboration: 

I am working with Sui Tam Sanchez, a Mexican volunteer, to facilitate the camp activities, promoting cultural exchange. 

Lessons Learned 

Communication: 

Improvement in my English language skills and a few words in Thai. 

Intercultural Skills: 

I learned to navigate a culturally different environment, enriching my overall perspective.