by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“I developed an understanding of the crippling effects especially alcohol has in poorer countries.”
I started supporting the IBC team in 2017 with translations, proofreading and drafting funding applications. In the following time I developed an understanding of the crippling effects especially alcohol has in poorer countries – an interesting topic I hardly ever thought of before! IBC’s profile as an international organisation with several projects on different continents managed by a dynamic team of different nationalities was a decisive factor for my decision to join the organisation as a volunteer. I discovered a kind and generous team always appreciative of the support of their volunteers.
Sharon Ryan, Switzerland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“The projects implemented at IBC serve humanity across the globe !“
For many years now, volunteering in humanitarian organisations has been integral part of my life. I believe that we must help each other so that we can find someone to help us if we need it some day. At IBC I found fellow volunteers and staff working together in this spirit. I am proud to be part of the Blue Cross team. The projects implemented at IBC serve humanity across the globe !
Hammam Mubarak, Switzerland
by Sonja_IBC | Jul 7, 2023 | testimonials
“At IBC I could use my skills and I quicky felt like an integral part of its great team.”
Moving to a new country is always a challenge. It can be difficult to find new friends and find a balance between working and exploring a new culture. Volunteering at IBC was a great opportunity for me to learn more about the work culture in Switzerland. As a journalism graduate communication is my thing! At IBC I could use my skills and I quicky felt like an integral part of its great team. During my volunteer service I was free to choose work fields and tasks, which interested me the most.
Nora Elhariri, Switzerland
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
