Hey!

My name is Jason and I am 29 years old. I just quit my job as a teacher in a youth prison so that I can continue to explore the world and meet new people. I'm new to couch surfing, but a close friend of mine really convinced me it is how I should be traveling. So, I am planning on spending the next few months in Europe and looking for people to meet along the way!

I am open minded and it is very important to me to be respectful of all people from all backgrounds. In the same vein, I believe life is all about the people you build bonds with and that legacy is defined by how those people remember how you treat them. So, I am very considerate and compassionate. I love serving others and particularly working with marginalized communities towards justice.

I am adventurous but a bit introverted. I love to have fun and try new things and, yet, equally value my quiet time. Very flexible and easy going. I realize I am the one who is coming into your space and your world so I do NOT expect to be catered to or even cause you a slight inconvenience. At the same time, I love interacting with people, and want to learn as much as you're willing to share! And, maybe, I can teach a bit at the same time.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Being from the United States, I joke with my friends that I never travel for pleasure. Instead, I do it as a form of international relations. So, I am looking to build bonds and create new memories!

Interests

• animals
• arts
• poetry
• photography
• education
• environment
• music
• sports
• travel
• food
• nature
• freedom
• film
• activism
• outdoors
• justice
• reading and writing

Music, Movies, and Books

I indulge in everything. Hip-Hop (2Pac is the GOAT!), R&B and Reggaeton are my favorites.

Also, I read anything and everything I can get my hands on. From academic journals to Harry Potter (#Always) to biographies.

Any movie with Denzel Washington or Will Smith, plus independent and foreign films are always a must watch for me.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

What fun is there in telling you that before we even meet...

Teach, Learn, Share

I have big dreams I'm chasing and TEAMWORK makes the dream WORK!

~Starting my own non-profit and LLC (so, whoever can help or listen would be wonderful)
~Writing a book on how systems (in the USA) fail kids (always want new/more perspectives)
~Crafting a mini-documentary on travel and motivation (people in the USA don't really travel and it breaks my heart)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories for dayssssssss!

Not a bad cook, either.

Always willing to help in any way I can.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, France, Hong Kong, Iceland, Italy, Lesotho, Luxembourg, Mexico, Monaco, Mozambique, Namibia, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom, Vatican City State, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States