As I sat at the breakfast table this morning my mind drifted to the people around the world who do not have a safe place to call home.The UN recently reported that the turmoil in Kenya has left over 600,000 people displaced and the economy gutted; disaster for a country already laced with multidimensional problems of poverty, disease and hunger. Volunteers in Kenya are needed now more than ever.
Martin Luther King once said "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy".
Our partner on the ground has been quick to react to the emergency with relief aid but with volunteer numbers down, projects are suffering. Some have very few volunteers, others none at all. We must have the courage to rise up for the people of Kenya in their time of need.
I can assure you that we will continue to monitor the situation closely and at this time all of our programs are operating.
It has been an extremely challenging month but there is hope and there is also good news. I am happy to announce that the Kilimanjaro Fundraising Trek in January was a huge success and raised over $37 000 for the Kenya Children's Fund. Feedback from participants has been fantastic and I wish to extend my congratulations to each of the 18 team members. Having climbed Kilimanjaro myself, I understand the mental and physical challenges one goes through. Well done!
If you are looking for a life changing experience, please keep reading. We have a range of exciting new programs that will not just change your life but the lives of many others you touch along the way.
Colin Salisbury
Chief Executive Officer
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