This artifact is a journal that I wrote during my two-week trip to Poland. It was an incredible experience, as it was my third trip to Europe, and I had the opportunity to meet many people from Poland. What made it even better was the fact that most of them could speak English, so I could communicate with them effectively. During my time in Poland, I volunteered at a refugee center for Ukrainians, and I also interviewed Ukrainian refugees who had been forced to flee their country. I wrote down my thoughts, observations, and reflections on these experiences in my journal. One of the most meaningful moments for me was when I was able to volunteer by myself and spend time with Ukrainians who did not speak English. Although we couldn't communicate through words, I could still feel their pain, and that was a powerful experience. Reading my journal later on, I gained insights into the solutions developed by the organizations I worked with, and it was a valuable learning experience. Overall, the artifact demonstrates my cross-cultural communication skills, research skills, and my passion for helping others and finding solutions to social problems.
