I live in a small rural community thats extremely homogenous, so I have little cross-cultural experience. Does that mean I won be accepted for an overseas placement?
Many VSAs clearly state that they take an inclusive approach to recruitment. In other words, you won’t be discriminated against because you are from a rural community or because you have limited cross-cultural experience—or indeed for any other reason. What is important is your attitude and approach to life. If you are open-minded, sensitive and respectful in your approach to others, that counts for more than whether you have first-hand experience of cultures other than your own.