VOLUNTEERING
So, what are volunteers doing?
How do you go about helping in Lesvos?
What about where to stay and how to get there?
Can we bring our kids with us?
Does the situation shock you? How about health?
Read this very important paper carefully; it will tell you a lot of useful things:
There is a very up-to-date map and a worksheet where you can add your information to help everyone work together better.
You can join these helpful Facebook groups if you have one:
Questions and information about everything:A place where Lesvos volunteers can get information
It sounds like you want to stay with other volunteers: Lesvos Volunteers Sharing a Place to Stay
You’d like to carpool: Volunteers in Lesvos Sharing a ride
You know a lot about medicine: Disaster Medics and Medics for Greece
Have you had the chance to volunteer in Lesvos?
We’d love to hear about your experience! Feel free to leave a comment below!
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IT’S RAINING! Please give us rain ponchos! We need tents! We need clothes that will keep us warm and cosy! Someone needs to help us sort them and give them out!
35 THOUGHTS ON "VOLUNTEERING"
LYSBETH
Jane
LYSBETH
I tried my hand at a little bit of everything. I drove around a lot from one camp to another, delivering blankets, water, rain ponchos, nappies, hygiene kits, and more. I got the boats to the shore and handed out dry socks to the kids. I gave hugs to those who were crying and in total shock. I had a little girl in my lap, giving her a warm hug while her mum took a break.
I had a night shift that was just wild—there was this crazy storm, pouring rain, and it was so cold! Searching for boats and getting one with just two friends in total darkness. It was tough and surprising, but once you get into it, all those nerves just fade away.
I had the chance to meet some incredible refugees. They were so kind and warm, and their gratitude was something I don't often see in the west. I met some amazing volunteers who have the kindest hearts.
I’ve shed a lot of tears, and it feels odd to settle down in my own home, but I’ve picked up a really important lesson, and I feel this intense urge to return. Absolutely, I had my fair share of concerns and plenty of questions before heading out. But everything was fine. It's really important to keep the volunteers safe. Everything went smoothly. It’s pretty chaotic down there, so just try to stay calm, take a step back, and keep your focus sharp.
You should definitely check it out if you’re considering it!
REGINA
JOANN
SIMONA BONFIGLIOLI
It definitely makes things easier if you can drive, since working in just one place can be quite challenging. But it's certainly not out of reach! You might find yourself sorting clothes and welcoming refugees right in your neighbourhood! Distributing clothes to camps really needs a car.
If you have access to Facebook, you'll find plenty of helpful sites where you can send messages to the people in charge. For example: A drop in the ocean (Dråpen i havet), Philippa and Eric Kempson refugee support Eftalou, Volunteer’s coordination on Lesvos, just to mention a few.
Wishing you the best! Feel free to reach out if you have any more questions!
SIMONA BONFIGLIOLI
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