Alena

Information de voyage

Actuellement, je suis

Description

Hello!
I'm Alena Mangera-Willeke. I’m originally from Germany, with Indian and German roots, and have lived in a few different places growing up, including Thailand and now the UK. I’ve been based in London since I started university and speak both English and German confidently. I really enjoy meeting new people, learning from different cultures, and exploring new places.

Currently, I’m studying Social Anthropology at SOAS University of London, where I’m exploring how culture, identity and everyday life connect across the globe. I live in London with my partner, who’s doing a master’s in History. Together, we love exploring the city’s art galleries, green parks, and bookshops. I also volunteer regularly at art festivals and galleries, where I help with events, curation, and creative workshops.

Creativity is a big part of who I am, I’m a photographer, mixed media artist (textiles and collage), and writer. I carry my camera everywhere, capturing quiet moments in nature, interesting faces, and small details that often go unnoticed. I love making meaningful connections with people and places, and my creative work is deeply inspired by the landscapes, nature, and stories I encounter while travelling.

I'm passionate about sustainable living: I cycle everywhere, avoid flying where possible, and try to live gently and responsibly. Last summer, I completed three wonderful Workaway experiences across Europe, travelling both solo and with my boyfriend via Interrail. These experiences were full of laughter, learning, and the kind of real, heartfelt conversations that stay with you.

I'm a pescatarian, enjoy slow living, and love cooking meals from scratch. I’d be delighted to help in the kitchen or swap recipes. I’m also a big animal lover (I have a cat called Maggie back in Cambridge!) and would be over the moon to help care for pets, gardens, or outdoor spaces.

People often describe me as warm, confident, calm, and reliable, I take initiative, respect others' space, and find joy in both quiet tasks and lively collaboration. Whether it’s helping with housework, supporting events, looking after animals, or getting creative with a project, I’ll bring positivity and care to whatever I do. :)

I’d love to meet kind hosts, exchange stories, learn new skills, and create something meaningful together, maybe even captured through my lens.

Looking forward to hearing from you!
Alena

Centres d’intérêt

Bricolage / artisanat

Fitness

Yoga / bien-être

Écriture

Soin des plantes

Musique

Événements/vie sociale

Cuisine et alimentation

Photographie

Films et télé

Randonnée

Dessin et peinture

Bénévolat

Dev. durable

Animaux de compagnie

Montagne

Jardinage

Art et design

Dev. personnel

Langues

Camping

Végétarien ou végan

Activités en plein air

Cyclisme

Livres

Animaux

Nature

Ferme

Culture

Langues

Langues parlées
Allemand: Courant
Anglais: Courant

Plus de détails sur les langues qui m'intéressent
I am happy to try and teach English as well as improve and practice my own German skills!

Trouver un partenaire de langue

Compétences et connaissances que j'aimerais partager ou apprendre

Ça m'intéresse :  

Éco-projets

Tenir compagnie à une pers. âgée

Jardinage

Aider dans une ferme

Baby-sitting et jeux créatifs

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J'ai des connaissances :  

Travail associatif

S’occuper des animaux

Préparer les repas / cuisiner pour la famille

Aider à la maison

Entretien général

Home sitting

Accueil / tourisme

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Je peux apprendre aux autres :  

Projets artistiques

Langues

Quelles sont vos compétences ?

Whether it's preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness throughout the household, tending to garden needs, or providing care to children and animals, I can execute each responsibility with diligence. :)

With a clear directive, I am happy to tackling new challenges to the best of my ability! I am also fluent in English and confident in German (which i am hoping to practice more of!)

In summary, I am a reliable, adaptable, and capable contributor, dedicated to ensuring a mutually beneficial experience for hosts. :)

Âge

20

Autres infos...

I love cycling, hiking, swimming and bouldering and playing all sorts of board and card games! :-)

Informations complémentaires

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  Permis de conduire

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  Régime alimentaire spécial
  Pescatarian