I identify first and foremost as a humanist and as a global citizen. I'm 24. I'm half Peruvian and a quarter Swedish. I'm born and raised in Chicago. I have a degree in International Studies, and I love to make friends around the world and across all cultures/from all backgrounds. :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love really getting the local feel of a new place rather than the touristy one-and giving that same experience to guests. And I like talking and getting to know locals/travelers and hearing their perspectives. And in general, I truly identify as a citizen of the world and want to bring us all closer together, increase understanding, etc!

Interests

Social justice, global politics, culture & history...

• culture
• writing
• humanitarian relief
• human rights
• yoga
• zumba
• reading
• volunteering
• cultural immersion
• sustainability
• ted talks
• organic farming
• teaching english

Music, Movies, and Books

I like listening to hip hop & folk, I like watching documentaries & romantic comedies, and I like reading nonfiction books about the last ~75 years of history.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Taught in semi-rural Malaysia for a year!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach English, I would like to learn about the history of a country, & share my international experiences.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My love of the world, my experiences in teaching English, and my knowledge of American politics.

Countries I’ve Visited

Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Rwanda, Singapore, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uganda, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Malaysia, Rwanda, United States