In Reply to: advice for a future volunteer in benin? posted bystephanie on July 11, 19100 at 12:29:08:
Stephanie, You asked what to bring I'd rather suggest what not to bring. Don't bring any expectations. Don't bring any unresolved issues with family or friends. Don't bring any insecurities or selfdoubt. Don't do it if you're not sure you can. Be sure, and tell people not to worry about you. It's the bomb but it's not always fun or even plesant. It's a job and it's not easy. I don't know if that helps but it ought to be a start. Oh yeah go out to dinner every night from now until you leave and go out to lunch as often as possible as well. You will miss that if you don't. I did and I still miss it.