By Susi McGhee VE Volunteer from Georgia, USA Our long weekend spent in Cajón del Maipo was exactly what I needed. Along with the other VE Volunteers and directors, I took a bus about an hour outside of the city to the foothills of the Andes for my first, and sadly, only Jornada. From the […]
Jornada
Jornada gives VE volunteers and staff a chance to leave the hustle and bustle of Santiago for a relaxing retreat to the mountains. It is a time for volunteers to reflect on their experiences, connect as a group, and enjoy deep breaths of fresh air. Plus lots of fun games and good food! This month’s Jornada was […]
Jornada
By Benedicte Carriere VE Volunteer from Ontario, Canada To be honest, I approached last weekend’s Jornada with mixed feelings. While a retreat with VE volunteers and staff with the goal of resting, re-focusing and bonding seemed like a great, and much needed, idea I couldn’t help but think of previous, not so enjoyable, retreats I […]
Jornada