Finding Purpose in Expat Life and Local Service

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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Chapters

• 0:00 US Expat Life in Mexico
• 11:46 Community Service and Giving Back
• 16:48 Rotary Projects in Playa Del Carmen
• 27:20 Supporting Healthcare in Underserved Communities
• 36:41 Community Engagement and Volunteer Opportunities
• 43:22 Global Community Engagement and Interaction