Before I left for my internship a lot of people were shocked to hear that I was planning on spending three months in Cape Town. They had heard and believed only the negative information that reached them. I know I won’t be the first to proudly dispel your fears (if you have any). South Africa is a beautiful country, full of culture, adventure, and excitement. Cape Town is without a doubt stunning. I don’t recall ever feeling quite as happy as I did waking up to look out at Table Mountain and the striking city below. But if mountains aren’t your thing, Cape Town is rich in beaches, bars and clubs, restaurants, and of course shops! I interned with a non-governmental human rights organization that specialized in economic and social rights for women and children, and all I can really say is that three months were not long enough. The ladies that run the office are fantastic, great minds and even greater hearts. Working at the regional office meant there was a lot of work to offload and from day 1 I was given responsibilities and tasks, so that I never felt like I was wasting time. Although it takes many years to be able to reap the rewards of your work in human rights, I was truly made to feel that I had contributed greatly. Working there strengthened my desire to pursue a career in human rights, and the ladies I worked with won’t be forgotten easily! Of course, what would a testimonial be, without a huge word of thanks to Connect-123 for organizing and facilitating the whole internship. They were at hand, providing assistance as soon as I expressed an interest in taking an internship, and their fastidious support was immensely relieving. They had an answer to every question and a solution to any problem. They were also fantastic in organizing weekly events, whether they were drinks at a cozy bar, or a great day out to see the sights on the weekends. Connect-123 gave me the opportunity to experience what will assuredly be one of the best summers of my life.