<p>cowgirl…what kind of help are you expecting to give in the domestic violence place in Africa? What kind of preparation are you getting to provide help there?</p>
<p>Based on our activities starting an Amnesty Club, I think it’s clear that you’re seriously interested in helping abroad, and your work in Africa connects with your desire to eventually work for the UN. I am wondering if there are any skills and training that you can get in the U.S. before your trip that will help you offer a higher level of help abroad than most teens or adults in this country would be capable of doing.</p>
<p>For instance, where I live, before one can volunteer at a domestic violence shelter, one has to undergo many hours of training. I would think that because of cultural differences and other things, it may be hard to offer direct help to victims without having more training and knowledge about their culture.</p>