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VIDEO: Volunteering in South Africa

Volunteering in South Africa was one of the most incredible, moving, and exciting experiences I’ve ever had, and what inspired me to start my charity, Heartsleeves.org! These little kids had so much love in their hearts, even for people they had only just met!

If you’re thinking about volunteering abroad, I’d highly recommend it!!! Check out some of my posts from my experience there: “Volunteering in Muizenberg, South Africa

Alyssa Ramos

Alyssa Ramos of @MyLifesATravelMovie is one of the original Solo Female Travel Blogger/influencers for 11+ years! She's been to 140+ Countries, all 7 Continents, 7 World Wonders, 7 Wonders of Nature, and has climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and Everest Basecamp! Alyssa is also the original creator of Influencer-Hosted Group Trips, and hosts 4-5 adventures per year to unique, remote, and stereotypical "dangerous" places. Tap the Group Trips tab to learn more! After being fully nomadic for 8 years, she now owns an apartment in Tulum and lives part time in Italy with her fiance.

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