Would you recommend WorldBeat Cultural Center?
The team in San Diego are VERY NICE, but EXTREMELEY unorganized. They have no consideration with your time. They made it seem as if they were interested in me. (I have a degree, but no experience). I genuinely wanted to volunteer, but (like many people) I have a job and other things to do. They take forever to respond, email you last minute, and think you have all the time in the world. I hope their organization works, but with the team they currently have it is likely they are not.
I applied through Volunteermatch and met Makeda and her humble, enthusiastic and multi-cultural team. Makeda is a wonderful force of nature, patient, affectionate, friendly and inspiring woman.
The center is an interesting place to visit and spend your quality time. The ambiance is colorful and you can feel the positive energy flowing through. Very clean, well-organized and meticulously maintained. One WorldBeat Cafe is a main attraction. Cozy cafe, friendly staff, subsidized prices for FRESH VEGAN food.
I am surprised people call and order their food and pick-it up on their way. So many regular 'lovers'!!
I realized people have been visiting since many years. The center is like home to them as none behaves like a customer. You are welcome to visit and experience yourself.
Very poor response to multiple inquiries. Seems like a flaky bunch.
The reason why is world beat center makes us understand different cultures.
I really had no idea what to expect when I showed up to help with the Martin Luther King Day celebration, but everyone was incredibly welcoming and helpful. The other volunteers, both regulars and newbies like myself, were very easy to work with and made the time fly. This organization stands for a great cause and they are very professional and dedicated. I can't wait to volunteer with them again because my first experience was so amazing!
