Volunteer Vacations with Globe Aware’s Kimberly Haley-Coleman Ep 172

I loved learning about Kimberly Haley Coleman and Globe Aware – an award-winning short-term volunteer abroad program available in 26 countries. I didn’t know this was a thing, but I’m so glad it is! You can travel abroad to learn about a new place, help people and find purpose – this sounds like my kind of vacation! Tropical destinations, cooler weather, far away, or closer by, there’s something for everyone. Kimberly says they can teach the skills; they just need kind, willing people to offer short-term support – solo, or as a group!

Kimberly previously worked in aerospace and held several High-level tech jobs. We briefly discussed people sending their loved ones’ ashes to space to be released when she mentioned it. This isn’t quite as far off from her previous careers as it might sound, but I’ll let Kimberly talk about that in the episode. 

When I asked Kimberly what message she’d like you to remember from this conversation, she said this: “It is inspiring and meaningful to engage in thoughtful service abroad” Kimberly has been working in the international field since 1990, so she’s got her finger on the button of what is needed; and she is committed to everyone having a meaningful experience – on both sides of the service.

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