What if service projects are more selfish than helpful? Audrey explores some of the paradoxes and pitfalls of traveling to the developing world with the best intentions. Audrey is currently a senior, and takes part in various extracurricular activities. She is involved in field hockey, soccer, and lacrosse, with lacrosse being her favorite of the three. She has always loved traveling, but her interest peaked after going to Ghana over the summer. In her free time, Audrey enjoys creating art, taking hikes with her dogs, and listening to music with her friends. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx