World Food Programm
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VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME In his recently published book, Sub-Merge, author John B Hayes maintains that, Although two-thirds of the worlds human beings live in poverty or hover close to it, only a small fraction of Christian workers actually go to live and work among them. Piercing statistics together, only about 6 per cent of mission workers actually minister as poor to the poor, and that figure may be generous. We have a math problem. Either God is not calling many to do this, or we are not hearing Him. If the Good News were a marketable product like Coca-Cola or Pepsi, a 6 per cent reach to two-thirds of the world would mean that someone in marketing would be fired. Not so in Christendom. (page 18). Recent research indicates that a large percentage of people resident in the affluent countries of the world appear to be disenchanted with the increasing consumerism of their society and the shallowness of their own lives. Many expressed a desire to deepen their knowledge of the worlds less affluent communities in the so called Third World countries and showed a real interest in doing something meaningful for the poor. The opportunities to do this in wealthy societies is more often than not, manifested in vicarious giving which does not usually bring much satisfaction to the giver. People today, living in wealthy communities, seem to have a need to reach out to the poor in a more personal way. Volunteers A pivotal concept of the Green Islands vision is to see volunteers from more economically developed countries, giving a period of time to living on Morning Star ranch and Shumba Shaba safari lodge and serving the surrounding community in the various facets outlined above i.e. health, education, farming etc. The outdoor adventure camp living facilities on the ranch are built along the lines of a traditional Matabele village, but with modern amenities such as piped water, modern ablutions and bathrooms, refrigerators, gas stoves etc They will participate in doing things with the community rather than doing things for them. Doing with develops a mindset, the object of which is to help the receiver become independent of the giver in the long term (teaching them to fish instead of giving them fish). In addition, the Volunteer Programme is a double-edged sword, in that the giver often becomes a receiver. Volunteers develop a greater sensitivity to the poor of the world, and often return to their home countries with a keen sense of their own destiny. Womens Sewing/Craft Groups At present there are two sewing groups operating. They receive a little sponsorship from outside donors and are working towards independence. One of these groups is made up of woman (many widows) who are HIV positive and taking ARVs. Low Tillage Farming: Training and provision of inputs has been ongoing for the past 3 years. Food for the Vulnerable: Approximately 30 families who have been identified as being some of the most vulnerable are being assisted with food packages. These families or couples may be grandparents looking after orphaned or deserted grand children; widows who are too old, ill or weak to grow basic vegetables; parents where one or both have AIDS and have young children they cannot feed properly. Each case is examined on merit and visited regularly to see if their situation has changed. Morning Star Ranch and Shumba Shaba: Maintenance and conservation are ongoing. New buildings and a dam are on the plans for the coming season. Rescued horses are being rehabilitated at both venues. A Pony Club for the closest local school started this year (2009) What can Volunteers do if they come to us? Within the Community: Assistance in schools with English Second Language instruction, sports coaching, computer/art/music etc instruction as well as assisting the class teachers with lessons a variety of gifts and talents can be used here. Maintenance of School buildings, furniture, sports facilities and teachers homes Running motivational and educational workshops for teachers Assisting in Health Clinics (doctors, nurses and health educators) Home visitors and helpers (assisting the vulnerable with everyday chores and monitoring and counseling etc) Assistance with farming activities Widows and Orphan home visitations (monitoring and counseling) Food/clothes deliveries and visitations to the most vulnerable Adult skills training On Morning Star ranch and Shumba Shaba Lodge: Assist at stables for rehabilitated horses Assist with a childrens pony club. Assist in daily projects of building; developing camp facilities; clearing of invasive plants; road re-construction; dam building; food gardens; development of irrigation scheme for the community; livestock management Assist with Outdoor Adventure Camps for schools and Youth Groups What facilities can Volunteers expect at Morning Star Camp? Dormitory accommodation for up to 16 people in two separate dormitories (male and female). Both dormitories have hot showers, toilets and basins. Single and double chalets with their own basins. Shared communal showers and toilets. All buildings are under thatch roofs. As we are a conservation ranch, we do not have electricity, but use solar power for lights and low voltage electric appliances (Sorry, no hairdryers!). Cooking is done on solar, gas and wood stoves. Three wholesome meals a day are provided for volunteers Cell phone link. Internet connection planned for January 2010. Mountain bicycles for transport in and around the ranch. Motor transport into Bulawayo once a week for shopping etc Motor transport for activities further afield. Private medical facilities in Bulawayo for emergencies (volunteers need to provide their own medical insurance) contact me for futher info i am based in uk if you want me to cll you please incude your tel number and best time to call. Thanks Nikki
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Indonesia: Indonesia pays tribute to late president Wahid, dead at 69: Soldiers carry the coffin of f.. bit.ly/4DOC80 #
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Indonesia: Ex-Indonesia leader Wahid mourned: Thousands of mourners have gathered in Indonesia to pay.. bit.ly/88JfqE #
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Indonesia: Australians pay tribute to Indonesia’s Abdurrahman Wahid: Sydney – Australians on Thu.. bit.ly/5KyuS4 #
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China Mobile executive removed: Zhang Chunjiang, vice chairman of largest Chinese mobile operator, is stepping .. bit.ly/531Gr4 #
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