A thank-you letter from the organizer of the 17th International Peatland Congress to TU’s International School was received days ago. The Congress was held in Taizhou and attended by researchers and enterprise representatives from domestic and abroad. The International School sent 18 international student volunteers from Morocco, Bangladesh, Nigeria and other countries to provide help for the Congress. Their duly work was highly praised by the organizer. As said by the letter, these international students had interpreted the spirit of volunteer service of “dedication, fraternity, mutual help and progress” with their own actions, and also set up a role model for others to learn from.

Volunteer service experience also impressed the international students deeply. DONGO KUNTA SOLOMON (Chinese name Wang Kun), a student from Zimbabwe, said, “During the 17th International Peatland Congress, I participated in very meaningful work as a volunteer and contributed to the success of the Congress. My main task was to assist in English-Chinese translation and facilitate effective communication between participants from different backgrounds. This experience not only enhanced my language skills, but also allowed me to network with international delegates and develop a spirit of cooperation and understanding. The vibrant atmosphere of the Congress, coupled with the opportunity to support important discussions on peatland conservation, made my volunteer experience both rewarding and productive. I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such an important event and to learn from experts in the field.”

Nigerian student OKEKE CHINEDUM DANIEL (Chinese name Cai Fu) said, “The event was a huge success. At the end of the event, we received rich rewards such as souvenirs and certificates, which was a great recognition of our efforts during the volunteering period. This experience was invaluable to me because it enabled me to understand the complexity of organizing and carrying out large-scale events, which is knowledge that I could not learn on campus. In addition, throughout the event, we felt the best goodwill and witnessed countless images of camaraderie, which made it an unforgettable experience.”

Moroccan student LAHROUD RIM (Chinese name: Li Mei) mainly took the front desk reception work. She often needed to stand seven to eight hours in her work, but she said that joining the Congress volunteer work was a great opportunity, which made her feel excited and meaningful. She was eager to contribute to the team, learn new skills and immerse herself in a different environment. While she knew there would be challenges, helping others and gaining valuable work experience in the hospitality industry was inspiring. She was looking forward to meeting new people, making a positive impact, and leaving memories and experiences behind at the end of the job. Working in a team was enjoyable and there was wonderful harmony as everyone helped each other. She was delighted with the memorable experience.

Thank-you letter from the organizer of the International Peatland Congress

International students from TU’s International School