Lara's next day: I plan to share this experience in my home country and use what I have learned to support similar initiatives and create positive change.

Lara Cimesa, ESAI EN ROI Volunteer; Candidate Youth Worker   || Serbian

SC volunteering in teams  be SUSTAINABLE SPORTIVE & CULTURAL project  2/12 to 21/12 2025

2024-1-EL02-ESC51-VTJ-000200188

Experience of the City and the Group

I really loved being part of this experience. I enjoyed the city a lot and felt comfortable there very quickly. It was a place that inspired me and made the whole mission even more special. What meant the most to me was the group I worked with. We became very close in a short time, and I can truly say that I made friends for life. Everyone was supportive, kind, and motivated, which made working together easy and enjoyable.

Main Achievements and Learning Outcomes

My main achievements were helping to organize and successfully carry out Christmas events. Through this, I learned how to adapt quickly to changes and react well in different situations. I also learned how important teamwork is—how to support others, listen, and work together toward a common goal. During some activities, I had the chance to take on a leadership role, which helped me grow in confidence and responsibility. This experience improved my communication skills, my ability to work in a group, and my sense of initiative.

Expectations and Hopes for the Future

I hope that through our work we managed to raise awareness about the topic of stray animals and encouraged people to care more about this issue. I also hope that this campaign will continue to grow and inspire more volunteers to take action. For the future, I plan to share this experience in my home country and use what I have learned to support similar initiatives and create positive change.