Ever since I heard of ACE South Africa, I knew that it was going to be an invaluable opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture and develop my leadership and communication skills. I am looking forward to helping create change in the lives of young children through the medium of sport.
Thais’s past experiences in volunteering and community engagement include helping create the non-profit organization, Cancer Kids First, which helps pediatric cancer patients around the world. As well as volunteering with her team, Thais is part of Duke’s Global Medical Club, and volunteers helping the underserved Durham community.