Hello everyone!
Welcome! I have officially started this blog to document my time before I go to work as a volunteer in Africa as well as during my time there. First of all, thanks for taking a part in changing the world with me.
I will be taking part of a non-profit organization called Global Vision International. GVI has over 150 project partners in over 30 countries, provides opportunities for volunteers to fill a critical void in the fields of environmental research, conservation, education and community development. GVI sends out over 2000 volunteers from all over the world to over 30 countries each year.
Starting on May 4th, 2009, I will be going to South Africa, Mozambique and Swaziland to work through GVI on a variety of community development projects. During my time there, I will be working closely with other GVI volunteers alongside the local people of each country to develop social and educational programs for orphans, create feeding and food donation programs, initiate shelter improvement projects, and teach English and basic education to underprivileged children. The goal of the projects is to assist in the growth of sustainable communities for the African people.
First of all, you might be wondering what name of my blog means. “Tumikia” means serve in Swahili. I started this blog to keep you informed about my goals for the trip, tell you about great people who change the world, let you know my thoughts and to show you a little window into my experiences along the way.
Once again, thanks for taking the time to read this little blog and I hope you enjoy it. Most of all, thanks for being a support and for being a part of something that can make a difference in the world for others.
Jered Love
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