Dean Kuiate

Looking back on my time volunteering at the Vern Community Garden, I think the experience went well, but I could have been more intentional about what I took from it. The work, including weeding, planting, and watering, supported a native plant pollinator garden and helped keep the space running for the community. If I volunteered again, I would ask more questions about the native plants and pollinators so I could learn more, and I would try to take on a bigger project instead of only routine tasks. Feedback from the garden staff or other volunteers would also help me improve, because small things like technique and teamwork make a real difference in a shared space. Overall, the experience showed me that consistent effort, even in a few hours, contributes to something bigger than myself.

Looking back on my time volunteering at the Vern Community Garden, I think the experience went well, but I could have been more intentional about what I took from it. The work, including weeding, planting, and watering, supported a native plant pollinator garden and helped keep the space running for the community. If I volunteered again, I would ask more questions about the native plants and pollinators so I could learn more, and I would try to take on a bigger project instead of only routine tasks. Feedback from the garden staff or other volunteers would also help me improve, because small things like technique and teamwork make a real difference in a shared space. Overall, the experience showed me that consistent effort, even in a few hours, contributes to something bigger than myself.

Looking back on my time volunteering at the Vern Community Garden, I think the experience went well, but I could have been more intentional about what I took from it. The work, including weeding, planting, and watering, supported a native plant pollinator garden and helped keep the space running for the community. If I volunteered again, I would ask more questions about the native plants and pollinators so I could learn more, and I would try to take on a bigger project instead of only routine tasks. Feedback from the garden staff or other volunteers would also help me improve, because small things like technique and teamwork make a real difference in a shared space. Overall, the experience showed me that consistent effort, even in a few hours, contributes to something bigger than myself.

I loved going to Florida in order to develop my presentation skills to continue impacting the youth! The experience was a ton of joy but sadly very short and helped me connect with those around the world with a similar purpose. I would do this again!