Joana Aceby
Dominican Republic Leader
1. What inspired you to join VISIONS?
To have the opportunity to work alongside people who wish to make an impact in their world
2. What experiences have shaped your passion for community service and youth development?
Working at youth camps.
3. What is your favorite achievement?
Organizing and getting enough funding to run a camp for people with Down Syndrome.
4. What is your favorite place you’ve traveled?
El Chorro in Tarija – Bolivia, and Wilson’s Prom (Wilson’s Promontory National Park) in Australia.
5. What is the best advice you’ve received?
Do what you do with love!
6. What do you hope to accomplish this summer?
Get to know and learn from new people!
7. If you had to give one piece of advice or words of encouragement to someone on their first VISIONS experience, what would it be?
Enjoy every minute!
Recent blog posts
Spotlight: Torin Young, 2024 VISIONS Montana Blackfeet Alum
Torin, a recent alum, reflects back on his community service program for high school students on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana, and how it has influenced his decision to explore a career in public policy.
Inclusive Teen Programs: Scholarships, Payment Plans and Financial Aid
Our commitment to inclusivity extends to accessibility—financial constraints should not prevent any teenager from accessing life-changing experiences. Through scholarships and flexible payment options, we ensure that our programs are accessible to all students.
Hell or High Water in Appalachia
Mike and Chantal are four-time VISIONS leader alums who now live in Asheville, NC, and are leading a small nonprofit organization—Hell or High Water—that is working to restore their city post Hurricane Helene.
Tiger Song, 2023 & 2024 VISIONS Alum
Meet Tiger, a two-time Montana Blackfeet VISIONS alum whose teenage volunteering experience changed his goals for his future. After two teen service trips, he is now refocusing on travel and minority language preservation.