Michele Kinnon shares her inspiring journey of integrating into the Riviera Maya community through active participation in service initiatives. The conversation highlights the importance of getting involved, adapting to a new culture, and how community efforts can create positive change.
Websites referred to in the episode:
https://playaseasiderotary.org/
https://www.gofundme.com/f/tiny-hearts-big-needs-saving-newborns-in-playa-del-carmen
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18ep9CxPLi/
https://puertoaventurasliving.com/
https://riviera-maya-insider.beehiiv.com/
Personal background and motivations for moving to Mexico
• The appeal of Puerto Aventuras as a multicultural hub
• Early challenges and adaptation to a new environment
• Introduction to community service and the importance of giving back
• Key projects under Rotary and local initiatives
• Responding to COVID-19 and its impact on local communities
• New initiative: Tiny Hearts, Big Needs for neonatal care
• Encouragement for expats to engage and make a difference
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