Jasmine Paredes Robles

Peru Leader

1. What inspired you to join VISIONS?

I was inspired by being able to help through this experience.

2. What experiences have shaped your passion for community service and youth development?

I have always felt that my purpose in life is to help people and animals, I’ve experience situations since I was a little kid where I felt the joy of helping each other and that helped me to understand how powerful it is to help each other.

3. What is your favorite achievement?

It’s when I won first place in a school photography contest. That’s when I knew that photography is one of my passions.

4. What is your favorite place you’ve traveled?

My favorite place is Puerto Rico! I lived there for 6 years when I was in college. The beaches at Puerto Rico are the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen! I really want to visit again soon.

5. What is the best advice you’ve received?

Even if a situation seems very difficult or impossible to overcome, time is our best ally to make things better.

6. What do you hope to accomplish this summer?

I hope I can help whoever needs me, I also hope to be able to challenge myself in situations that I may find difficult and be able to do so.

7. What are you most excited about this summer?

I’m excited about meeting new people, to guide and help you in this incredible experience in Perú and also to learn more about my country.

8. If you had to give one piece of advice or words of encouragement to someone on their first VISIONS experience, what would it be?

I would tell him or her to take advantage of this very rewarding experience. Perú, but mostly Cuzco has a special charm, you’re going to take back some really beautiful things after this trip, and I’m happy to be able to accompany you and help you discover our culture.

Recent blog posts

Spotlight: Emily, VISIONS Peru Alum

Spotlight: Emily, VISIONS Peru Alum

Emily was inspired to join VISIONS Peru because of her passion for environmental science and sustainability. She put her all into the worksites and practicing Spanish, and came home with even more plans for her future after high school.

Q&A with Ryan and Annie, VISIONS Leader Alum

Q&A with Ryan and Annie, VISIONS Leader Alum

Annie and Ryan are VISIONS leader alums who dedicated multiple summers together to running VISIONS summer programs for teens. They share insights about impactful community service, and how they have continued to live a life together that exemplifies cultural immersion and volunteer work.

Spotlight: Soledad, A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Spotlight: Soledad, A 2024 VISIONS BVI Alum

Sole was able to participate in our last ever BVI program in summer of 2024. She reflects on friendship and service, and how serving a community she loved changed her views. She didn’t even miss her phone!