Can you help host Michael in Cape Town?

Dear Scout families,

We are looking forward to welcoming our two new German volunteers Emilija and Michael to Cape Town early September. We are grateful to the Scouting family who has agreed to host one of our volunteers, but we are now urgently looking for a second family to host Michael for all – or part of – his 10 month stay in South Africa. They will both be volunteering at the National and Western Cape Office in Claremont. So, we are looking for a home preferably in the vicinity of Claremont/Rondebosch, however a bit further away is possible provided he would have access to public transport nearby. We also hope to integrate them in local Scout Groups and give them the opportunity to participate and assist at local Scouting events, which would mean that they would then be staying at Scout campsites. Both volunteers will be able to contribute towards accommodation and board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). The amount thereof is to be determined between you and them directly.

Can you help us with a home for Michael for his stay – or part of his stay – with us? Please email us as soon as possible at info@scouts.org.za. We look forward to hearing from you!

Meet Michael Knodt

I am Michael (will be 18 years old on arrival), I have four older siblings but am the only one living with my parents. I am passionate about sports like skating, running, swimming, climbing, and recently playing handball. I like spending time with friends and try to help out where I can. Being kind is important to me, it’s a value I learnt by growing up in a middle-class Christian household. Being part of the local skateboarding community has allowed me to be around people from varied social backgrounds and gave me the opportunity to get to know different people and understand their perspectives.

The Scout Movement engages people to help and support others and better the environment around them. I really think that a difference can be made this way and that is something I could learn from. The way children and teenagers are shown how to lead their life in the future and setting them up for success through the Scouting method is something that I find admirable and want to be a part of. I enjoy being outdoors and I´m quite familiar and comfortable with it so I’m looking forward to being able to take part in hikes or being in nature in general. I’m looking forward to learning many new things and collecting unforgettable memories during my voluntary service.