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
VISIONS is PVSA Certified!
VISIONS Service Adventures is now a PVSA-certified organization, offering certified hours to teens volunteering on their summer programs.
Nolan & Barry, A VISIONS Love Story
Nolan & Barry met during Leader Training in Bozeman before heading out to separate summer program locations. They were married just two years later. Now with two kids in Austin, they reflect on their journey with VISIONS, sharing insights on love, leadership and the impact of meaningful experiences.
Traveling with Friends—Experience the Power of Solo Travel
Travel programs for high school students often involve lots of friends adventuring together. Some even involve teen volunteer work. But what if you went on your own, and forged your own adventure and lifelong friendships?
Life Experiences More Than College Essays
Through service, cultural & language immersion and adventure, summer volunteer programs for teens are an excellent way to reduce stress and regroup after the school year finishes.