Hey, I'm Ram - 50% Norwegian, 50% Indian and 100% travelling from the South to the North of the African continent!

I am a very sociable, adaptable and caring person, with a big curiosity for other people's perspectives. I have travelled a lot and stayed with strangers, but not used couchsurfing until I arrived in Africa - I'm loving it! :)

Having worked at the UN and with other international organizations, I have a passion for cooperation and understanding across cultures and peoples. I think traveling is great for this, and it always teaches me lessons I can bring back to my work and life in general.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

1. I want to meet new people, make friends and gain perspectives
2. Couchsurfing to me is the most genuine way to experience a culture!
3. I'm a very sociable and international person

Interests

• literature
• bouldering
• history
• international relations
• football
• listening
• international politics
• international food
• mountain hiking

Music, Movies, and Books

I fill my ears with old school rap, jazz and house, as well as movie soundtracks

I like "good" movies. For example Forrest Gump or the godfather 1 and 2 ( the third is a shame). Also got a thing for French movies.

I read varied. Currently trying to read African,literature - the Country of My Skull, Born of the Sun: a Namibian Story, The state of Africa

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I played street football in the middle of street in Conakry... with traffic still on. At times you bumb into a truck, run around a car, or play the ball between the wheels of a motorcycle (while always fearing for your life). Fun

Teach, Learn, Share

I have studied international politics and development, and worked at the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs.

I have knowledge from these experiences, but more importantly I have what I call "international curiosity" : I always want to learn more about new countries and cultures.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am sociable and get along with almost all people. I am told I am a good listener and that I have good humor -in all humbleness.

I was raised by a single mother, so I am programmed to help in the house. Happy to lend a hand with anything! I also enjoy cooking

I am also happy to leave hosts a gift when I leave

Countries I’ve Visited

Angola, Austria, Belgium, Benin, Botswana, Czech Republic, Côte d'Ivoire, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guinea, India, Italy, Lesotho, Malawi, Moldova, Mozambique, Namibia, Netherlands, Rwanda, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, Togo, Ukraine, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, France, India, Norway, Switzerland