Education Volunteering in Rome, Italy

I absolutely loved this trip!! I got to make a real impact through hands-on community projects, all while exploring some of the most beautiful places in the world. For example, the clear blue waters and quiet villages of the Greek islands were absolutely unforgettable. What made it stand out was how immersive everything felt. Throughout the trip we really were learning, connecting, and contributing. The trip leaders were supportive, the group became like a family, and every day felt purposeful and exciting. It was the kind of experience that broadened my perspective, pushed me to grow, and left me with memories (and friendships) I know will last.

This was my first ever trip with a travel program for teens and i honestly had an amazing time. I got to see sights I've never seen before, experience a whole nother culture and make new best friends. During my trip we spent a week in Corfu Greece which was wonderful, we did our service there and connected with the locals on the island and the food was AMAZING. We also went to Italy which we saw such beautiful sights and got to swim in the ocean, having enjoyed a boat trip along the amalfi coast. Overall would totally go again!

Men’s Mental health is very important to me because I struggle with bipolar disorder. Before the study abroad I was in a dark spot in my life and I was seriously contemplating suicide. After going abroad my perception changed on life and I learned to simply just exist and be nothing more then just a normal person. The friendships and influence from friends changed the way I write and read today. Nico Engvall showed me how different our American culture can be differing from state to state. So not only did I learn about European culture but I learned about American culture. I would like to become an Ambassador for AIFS, especially Rome, Italy. I will forever be grateful and my life will never be the same after that in all the amazing good ways. Outside the program I travelled everywhere, to countries like Spain, Greece, and Israel. I went to 8 different cities in Italy, Barcelona, Tel Aviv, and Mykonos. I figured out the meaning of what my life is really worth and the history of our world. I wish I had the chance to do it again but unfortunately finances are holding me back. If there is anyway I could go on a paid trip I would 100% do it and make a AIFS Europe documentary where I travel to each AIFS program in Europe and document everyone’s experience. The goal would be to make a documentary. Love the program and GOD Bless the program for helping me make life long friends.

I grew so much traveling abroad with AIFS. I was able to learn, explore, and experience all new things. AIFS did its best to provide us with a safe space and ensured we understood our environment. Very thankful!

I went on this trip in 2018. It was my second tft trip and I had so much fun. I met great people, tasted so much food, and got to emerge myself in a super cool cultural experience that I would not be able to experience without tft.