by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“I gained a great insight into the work of IBC as an umbrella organisation!”
I am volunteering for IBC from my home. I support the IBC General Secretary in meetings with different national Blue Cross member organisations, mainly from Africa. Mostly I attended meetings with Blue Cross colleagues from Madagascar, translating between English and French. Like this I gained a great insight into the work of IBC as an umbrella organisation and the internal structures and work fields of its members outside Switzerland.
Robertus Cofi, Switzerland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“IBC and its amazing team welcomed me with open arms!“
After moving to Switzerland, I felt a little lost and alone in a new country. IBC and its amazing team welcomed me with open arms! It was my first experience with the Swiss working culture, and I quickly felt comfortable and appreciated. The team is doing a wonderful job, and getting to know IBC and its mission was very motivating.I am looking forward to volunteering with IBC again.
Lilla Kajtár, Switzerland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“I am happy to reignite my creative writing flair by traveling (at least in mind) to countries all over the world!”
With a degree in Applied Linguistics and Cultural Anthropology, I have spent most of my professional life in the field of language training. Therefore, I am happy to reignite my creative writing flair by travelling (at least in mind) to countries all over the world and improving people’s lives. Since 2019, I have been working as a voluntary translator and proofreader for IBC. At IBC, I really appreciate the human and respectful attitude, the ever-interesting topics and this sense of being part of a highly committed team standing up for a world with increased solidarity.
Sara Kuster, Switzerland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“I am part of a group of people who are committed to helping those who need help!”
I am assisting IBC with various translation and proofreading tasks. Offering my translation services as a linguist at IBC means a lot to me. I am part of a group of people who are committed to helping those who need help and ensuring that our work provides information to those who ultimately benefit from it – be it people who are currently suffering from addiction or those who help others overcome it. Blue Cross in my opinion, fulfils one of the most important goals of our time- helping people to stabilize their own lives and to live without addictive substances. I am very happy to be part of it.
Jack Streames, Scotland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“My volunteer experience has been enriching professionally and personally!”
I joined IBC through an employment program, and although I have a permanent job position, I continue my engagement. Having an academic background in international cooperation and marketing, my volunteer placement has been a perfect opportunity to gain practical skills and enter the world of NGOs, which has since been fascinating for me. Thanks to the team’s support, my volunteer experience has been enriching professionally and personally.
Priscilla Persil, Switzerland
