Shana Greene, Author at Village Volunteers

Appreciation of the Smallest Things by Alex Salkin

Alex Salkin says it’s sometimes hard to look at what some Kenyan children have to go through every day. But when you see something really appreciated, it’ll touch your heart.

Village Volunteers Quarterly 2.1

In this issue: Kenya Water Filter Project Funded, Sister Freda’s Improves Orphans’ Lives, Wassa Dance Thanksgiving Fund Raiser, Sirua Aulo Academy Roof Complete

Annapurna Mountain Range Greets Sunny Skies by Nicole Wasser

From the chaotic city life of Kathmandu to the agricultural villages that Nepal is dependent on, Nicole Wasser has so much to experience in this small diversified country.

My Second Kenyan Summer by Michele Fuji

Michele Fuji was told that she would fall in love with Kenya before she went and she found that to be very true. This is her second journey back.

A Teacher’s Hand: Never Empty by Lily Ashley Clay

Lily Clay taught math and science to the primary 5 class at Atorkor with students ranging in age from 10-18. “They were the most joyous, loving, welcoming, and fun group of kids.”

Joy, Simplicity, Community by Pamela Clay

Pamela Clay surveyed the village of Atorkor, Ghana for health issues and felt very lucky to have this opportunity to see firsthand how daily life goes on.

A Fantastic Experience at Atorkor by Christine Keys

Christine Keys finds that the Atorkor Development Foundation is quite active in pursuing the best avenues for the community and the schools of their village.

Taking Initiative at Have Clinic by Celia Ponzo

Celia Ponzo, striking out on her own, was eager to offer more at Have clinic than her experience allowed. Taking initiative, she made it happen in the all ways she could.

Take the Opportunity to Lose Yourself by Patrick Moore

Patrick Moore had quite an adventure in Ghana including a safari, transportation debacles, and a most beautiful experience teaching the children at Atorkor.

Dzidefo Women’s Co-op Exports Toddler Clothing

The Dzidefo Women’s Cooperative in Ghana sells toddler clothes through Seattle’s Sustainable Bebe which funds a clean project in Ghana.

Young Lawyer Volunteers in Dago Village by Susan Gainey

I do not have new case law to write about. I do not have any brilliant insight into how to win your next trial. What I do have, is a way to change your life and maybe a way to make a difference in our world.

Village Volunteers Quarterly 1.1

News from Ghana: Dzidefo Women’s Cooperative & Sustainable Bebe, Youth Outreach Mentors in Kenya

The Dreams of Children by Sarah Thaler

Teaching in Atokor, Sarah Thaler also learned a great deal hearing the children’s dreams for their futures, their families and their personal interests.

My Indescribable Ghanaian Experience by Jason Donofrio

Jason Donofrio may call his volunteer experience farming in Ghana indescribable, but he does a fabulous job trying.

The People of Obodan by Matilda Noviello

Matilda Noviello found community through farming in Obodan, naturally and contemplatively helping in ways that she could.

North American Values, African Virtue by Paula Loewen

Because Paula Loewen’s visit to Ghana was for only 3 weeks, she mentally had to reconcile how she fit between two differing cultures.

Getting Acquainted through Farming by Celene Montgomery

Celene Montgomery enjoyed working in Akoepe and on Ho farms. The workers were kind and happy to let her join them in their tasks.

Learning through Teaching: Ryvanz-Mia Orphanage by Kelly Brown

The love and the kindness that the Ryvanz-Mia orphans showed Kelly Brown was so emotionally inspiring, at times she had to turn her head to wait until the tears would pass.

Ryvanz-Mia Orphanage and Missahoe Children’s Home by Jorge Mendoza

At 18 years old, Jorge Mendoza gains significant cultural insight while volunteering in orphanages and teaching math and science.

Volunteering in Atorkor by Heather Valgardson

Heather Valgardson volunteered with the Atorkor Medical Clinic doing Health Screening in surrounding villages. Her leaving was bittersweet.