Just a quick e-mail to thank you very much for Changing Worlds taking our son Tim to Tamil Nadu this summmer. He really enjoyed his time, learned a lot through the challenges, made new friends and came back ready to launch into University life - which he is also enjoying now in Aberdeen.
We were impressed with Changing Worlds' application system, preparation, departure supervision, care whilst abroad, "family" approach and personal knowledge of each project. We knew Tim was in good hands and even when he wasn't well and spent a night in hospital we weren't worried. Krish and his secretary were a great support and amongst other things helped Tim to get his Sitar safely back to UK!
Thanks again - we have already recommended Changing Worlds to others.
We have recently returned from a 2 week holiday to Kenya to meet our daughter, Rebecca. She is half way through a 6 month placement in Nakuru.
Whilst wholly in favour of the concept of a gap year, we were obviously concerned that our daughter should go with a reputable company with support in Kenya , should the need arise.
Having spoken to our daughter regularly since she arrive in Kenya , and now having met her again, and with the local people, we have been very pleased with the preparation before the placement, and with the help and support given to the students to help them settle into a completely new way of life. We have been particluarly pleased with the host, Karanja Kibunja, and his family and friends, who have gone out of their way to help and provide for the volunteers. We have noticed many changes in our daughter, such as increased confidence and self esteem, and have been delighted with the comments we received from the people that Rebecca lives or works with. This has clearly been a very good placement for her and the other volunteers that we spoke to.
Please pass on our thanks to the team, especially Karanja and his family.
PS. Someone have a word with Karanja about his taste in footbal!!!
Best wishes
Phil Holden
