Read the latest update from Eleanor Devenish on Leonardo Placement in the Azores:

I was so excited to have the opportunity to do a Leonardo Mobility placement. Here in the heart of the beautiful island of Terceira, Azores, I’m learning how to analyse a network of organisations working towards sustainable development whilst overcoming some of the barriers that the network is facing. It’s great to be working with people who share my passion for sustainable development and I really feel like I’m working towards something I believe in.

The work is challenging, stimulating and very interesting, with the chance to speak to a huge diversity of people. It is really making me see the bigger picture of how organisations with similar goals can work together to promote education for sustainable development and is a truly eye-opening experience. There is a perfect balance between having the freedom to design my own projects and manage my own work and having the guidance and support to know I am going in the right direction. One of the most useful things has been learning more about myself and the way that I work. A highlight so far has been attending the conference: ‘Exploring the wealth of coastal fisheries: Listening to community voices, involving fishing communities and academics. It was inspiring to learn how so many different view-points can interact and see how situations can be looked at from so many angles.

All this with the excitement of being in a different country! –seeing a live Samba Band, eating giant-sized barnacles and seeing a sexta S.Martinho fado-a night of traditional Portuguese music to name a few. I would recommend doing this type of placement to anyone. It’s a great way to develop your skills and experience the culture of a different country.

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