My time in Ghana was wonderful. I was pleasantly surprised by how friendly and caring all of the people were. The weeks that I spent here went by way too fast and am already expecting to return next year. I worked in a school teaching art to primary students. The children were eager to learn from me and enthusiastic about everything I taught them. I was welcomed by the students, teachers and the entire community of Kpandu, (a village in the Volta region), in a way that I could have hardly imagined. I brought along myriads of educational and art l supplies which enabled me to achieve my objectives.
I recommend this experience to anyone with an open mind and love for other cultures. I have many things that I would love to accomplish in Kpando and hope to continue helping when I return home. The people have inspiring hearts and had a lot to teach me. I encourage future volunteers to do and see as much as you can with the time that you have. Leave all of your preconceived notions at the door and absorb all that you can.
Mia Maureen Jensen
Seattle, USA
September 2007
Art work in Preschool and Primary
Delta Preparatory School
Kpando, Ghana