{"id":8477,"date":"2026-06-09T11:15:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T08:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/?p=8477"},"modified":"2026-06-09T11:15:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T08:15:46","slug":"claudia-bernardi-gra-roigin-zanzibardaki-insani-yardim-yolculugu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/claudia-bernardi-gra-roigin-zanzibardaki-insani-yardim-yolculugu\/","title":{"rendered":"Claudia Bernardi-Gra Roig\u2019s Humanitarian Aid Journey in Zanzibar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8478\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/7-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/7-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/7-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/7-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/7.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As part of our <strong>ESC Humanitarian Aid project \u201cSTARRY\u201d<\/strong>, funded by the European Commission, <strong>Claudia Bernardi-Gra Roig<\/strong> from Spain completed her volunteering experience in Zanzibar. Sent by <strong>Asociacion Building Bridges<\/strong> and hosted by <strong>Assalam Community Foundation<\/strong>, Claudia spent several months supporting local initiatives while gaining valuable personal and professional experience.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout her volunteering journey, Claudia contributed to Assalam\u2019s communication and outreach activities by creating photo and video content, learning video editing techniques, and helping develop social media strategies to engage wider audiences. She also supported the organization\u2019s online visibility by working on website content and SEO strategies.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8479\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/6-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8482\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-576x1024.jpg 576w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-864x1536.jpg 864w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-1152x2048.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-1-scaled.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8483\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2-2-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8484\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Beyond digital communication, Claudia embraced the local culture by attending Swahili language classes and engaging closely with the local community. She participated in sustainability-focused activities, including permaculture training, animal care, and learning about environmentally friendly agricultural practices.<\/p>\n<p>Her experience also included supporting humanitarian initiatives such as food packaging and distribution, Qurban activities, and the preparation of school materials and clothing for families and children in need. Through these activities, she gained direct insight into local realities and community resilience.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8480\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/8-224x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"224\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/8-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/8.jpg 475w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 224px) 100vw, 224px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8485\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9-168x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"168\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9-168x300.jpg 168w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9.jpg 343w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 168px) 100vw, 168px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8486\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/b0fd61b6-3be7-4070-aa7b-4e4344c22127-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/b0fd61b6-3be7-4070-aa7b-4e4344c22127-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/b0fd61b6-3be7-4070-aa7b-4e4344c22127-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/b0fd61b6-3be7-4070-aa7b-4e4344c22127-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/b0fd61b6-3be7-4070-aa7b-4e4344c22127.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8487\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_2223_Original-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Claudia also took part in several community events, including Orphan Camps, School Sports Day, Assalam Anniversary celebrations, and Sufi Fest, experiencing Zanzibar\u2019s rich cultural heritage and community spirit.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, she explored a variety of traditional and practical skills through workshops on ceramics, sewing, natural soap production, eco-printing, traditional cooking, and handicrafts, further enriching her intercultural learning experience.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8495\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1-207x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"207\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1-706x1024.jpg 706w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1-768x1115.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1-1058x1536.jpg 1058w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4243-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 207px) 100vw, 207px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8498\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-300x225.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/4.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8497\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4210-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on her journey, Claudia highlighted the importance of intercultural exchange, community engagement, digital communication, and lifelong learning. Her experience demonstrates how international volunteering can foster solidarity, mutual understanding, and positive social impact across borders.<\/p>\n<p>We would like to thank Claudia for her dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment throughout her volunteering journey. Her contribution has been an important part of the STARRY project, and we wish her every success in her future endeavors. <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8481\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-225x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-1536x2048.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/5-scaled.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8489\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1-183x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"183\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1-183x300.jpg 183w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1-623x1024.jpg 623w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1-768x1262.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1-935x1536.jpg 935w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4218-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 183px) 100vw, 183px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8491\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4224-1-244x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"244\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4224-1-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4224-1-834x1024.jpg 834w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4224-1-768x943.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4224-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-8493\" src=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4230-1-234x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"234\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4230-1-234x300.jpg 234w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4230-1-800x1024.jpg 800w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4230-1-768x983.jpg 768w, https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/IMG_4230-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 234px) 100vw, 234px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>#STARRY #ESCHumanitarianAid #EuropeanSolidarityCorps #EuropeanCommission #AsociacionBuildingBridges #AssalamCommunityFoundation #Zanzibar #Volunteering #HumanitarianAid #InterculturalLearning #CommunityDevelopment #Sustainability #YouthParticipation #Solidarity #VolunteerImpact<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As part of our ESC Humanitarian Aid project \u201cSTARRY\u201d, funded by the European Commission, Claudia Bernardi-Gra Roig from Spain completed her volunteering experience in Zanzibar. Sent by Asociacion Building Bridges and hosted by Assalam Community Foundation, Claudia spent several months supporting local initiatives while gaining valuable personal and professional experience. Throughout her volunteering journey, Claudia contributed to Assalam\u2019s communication and outreach activities by creating photo and video content, learning video editing techniques, and helping develop social media strategies to engage wider audiences. She also supported the organization\u2019s online visibility by working on website content and SEO strategies. Beyond digital communication, Claudia embraced the local culture by attending Swahili language classes and engaging closely with the local community. She participated in sustainability-focused activities, including permaculture training, animal care, and learning about environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Her experience also included supporting humanitarian initiatives such as food packaging and distribution, Qurban activities, and the preparation of school materials and clothing for families and children in need. Through these activities, she gained direct insight into local realities and community resilience. Claudia also took part in several community events, including Orphan Camps, School Sports Day, Assalam Anniversary celebrations, and Sufi Fest, experiencing Zanzibar\u2019s rich cultural heritage and community spirit. In addition, she explored a variety of traditional and practical skills through workshops on ceramics, sewing, natural soap production, eco-printing, traditional cooking, and handicrafts, further enriching her intercultural learning experience. Reflecting on her journey, Claudia highlighted the importance of intercultural exchange, community engagement, digital communication, and lifelong learning. Her experience demonstrates how international volunteering can foster solidarity, mutual understanding, and positive social impact across borders. We would like to thank Claudia for her dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment throughout her volunteering journey. Her contribution has been an important part of the STARRY project, and we wish her every success in her future endeavors. #STARRY #ESCHumanitarianAid #EuropeanSolidarityCorps #EuropeanCommission #AsociacionBuildingBridges #AssalamCommunityFoundation #Zanzibar #Volunteering #HumanitarianAid #InterculturalLearning #CommunityDevelopment #Sustainability #YouthParticipation #Solidarity #VolunteerImpact<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":8499,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,4,5,1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8477"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8477"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8477\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8500,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8477\/revisions\/8500"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8499"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8477"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8477"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epeka.org.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8477"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}