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Norway
My experience in the community, Madiun, was truly unforgettable! Through volunteering, I discovered Indonesian culture, learned about batik, joined community health check-ups, and experienced authentic local life. Madiun has so much to offer and deserves more recognition from international travellers. Special thanks to Mr. Agus and his family for welcoming me with so much kindness and giving me something I never expected to find: a family in Indonesia. ❤️ I really enjoyed my stay! I highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking meaningful cultural exchange and genuine human connections!
8 days ago
Australia
Oh my gosh, where do I even begin!? This experience was so much more than your typical volunteer opportunity. It was a complete cultural immersion, where every single day presented new and unexpected opportunities. Not only did I get to learn about Batik, but I also got to make tempeh, attend dance classes, practice english with local school and government groups, visit nearby towns, eat delicious home cooked meals - I even had the honour of attending the Independence Day celebrations wearing a traditional kebaya! I still can't believe it was all real. Thank you for a life changing experience!
2 months ago
Thank you so much, Bella! You were truly amazing to have around. You connected so easily with the local people and joined in so many activities, even the ones that were physically and mentally challenging. We really enjoyed having you with us and would be more than happy to welcome you back anytime — especially if you come with your family!
Wishing you lots of happiness and success in everything you do. Keep being your wonderful self, Bella!
Italy
I'm incredibly grateful for my time in Madiun. Madiun is a wonderful place where it's easy to connect with people. Everyone is so kind. If you're looking to experience the local culture and community events, June and July are the perfect months to visit. During my time here, I learned how to make batik, played traditional Javanese music, traditional dance and experienced so much more. I left a little piece of my heart in the community. A special thank you to Ms. Yuniar for welcoming me into her family. The people here have truly become my second family.
4 months ago
Thank you, Giada; you were truly amazing. You easily mingled with the locals and participated in so many activities that were both physically and mentally demanding. We would love for you to come back with your friends. Wishing you continued success.
France
I had the very good time staying in this beautiful family. I felt very safe, welcomed and free. I learned so much about local culture, batik, music, martial art, crochet, about food, about recycling, waste bank, about history of Indonesia, and about how is a class in elementary school. And the real life to local people. Everyone was incredibly kind and sweet with me. Thank you so much again. If you want understand the life in Jawa in Indonesia, the impact to we can have with our waste, what we can do with, visit artisanals factories and the life in Jawa, it's a perfect place.
6 months ago
Thank you Ysa... Don't forget to send us picture of cookies (kue thok, kue lumpur and putri ayu) that you have learned about when you arrive in France.
Love you so much
Brazil
Had a incredible time here. For me, it really didn't felt like a volunteering, cause Batik was amazing, like a therapy and the other activities were enjoyable as well, and you get a lot of free time to relax and explore the city. But what it makes it special here are the people, they are really kind and caring, and makes you feel like part of their family. Thank you for this amazing experience and all the yummy foods!
8 months ago
Thank you Adrieli, it's our pleasure to have You as a family
Brazil
I am sure that my experience here was amazing. I truly enjoyed and felt at home.
Learning Batik was wonderful and I want to practice when I go back home.
You all are so special and will be always in my heart ❤️
8 months ago
Thank you Alex, it's our pleasure to have You as a family
Spain
My experience in the community absolutely exceeded my expectations!! People are extremely nice, the place is great and the schedule is amazing!! We worked some days and other days we were visiting places, meeting new people, learning the language, the culture, how to prepare the food, how is the process for batik, learning typical instrument, martial arts... so many things! My homestay was amazing and now is my new family!! Everyone is so passionate and we learned about sustainability and eco-projects. I will never say thank you enough for everything they did for me!! Matur nuwun everyone!🙏🏼
9 months ago
Thank you Cristina ... See you next time, matur nuwun
Australia
I am beyond grateful for my experience in madiun. l got the opportunity to learn about batik, javanese culture and the future plans of making madiun a waste free city. the sustainably program consists of going to visit ms siyams workshop and learning about her methods of recycling, taking photos of the activity to promote sustainable practices to the people of madiun and visiting discussions about the madiun waste centre. the community team are all kind hearted people who are passionate about their cultural art and want to keep it alive. i highly recommend this experience 🫶
9 months ago
thank you Niko, we will waiting for your next visit...see you
United Kingdom
What a wonderful experience. I felt like a part of the community family and was greeted and welcomed at every location around town. I started on the batik programme with Mrs Lilik, but as they needed a teacher for a few days I also did this programme. If you want to experience local life, learn Javanese culture and make meaningful connections this is the position to apply for! I mainly applied to learn Batik, but came away with so much more experience. The hours you commit to are relaxed, mostly with busy mornings and sleepy afternoons- again like the locals do!
12 months ago
Hi Nur...thank you....hope you always good...see you next time
United States
My experience here was truly spectacular. Everyone who supported the project treated me like family. It was incredible being immersed in all the aspects of Madiun including Batik, teaching English, having lots of local food, and Scout Camp where I got to help hundreds of kids with English. They are extremely loving and caring hosts who helped me with my every need. Even though I didn't speak Indonesian, everyone was willing to help me and wanted to connect with me to make me feel at home. The experience was truly unforgettable and I'd recommend you apply.
12 months ago
thank you and see you next time Daniel
