Hello Everyone!
Forgive me and my mediocre page as I am not used to what some refer to as the "blogosphere"! I am new to it, and have set up this blog to keep friends, family and people interested in learning about Sud Academy up to speed on developments on the ground.
I am 5 days to departure and have much more to do in preparation, but the excitement (and anxiety) is starting to set in... November 26th is coming soon!
I will be staying in a hotel for a couple nights to start out while I get myself oriented and on Nairobi time, and then I will be on my way to Rosa Mystica, a guesthouse in Kawangware where I will live for the month of December. School is out for summer break in December so I will spend my time making contacts and connections around the city, in hopes of finding additional funding for the school, as well as learning about the students curriculum and what types of things the students wish to learn with me. Practicing English will be at the top of the list no doubt, but I'm excited to tutor them in off-hours, play literacy games and build excitement about the possibilities for education in general.
I am sure the challenges will be great, but the benefits of ensuring this generation's education and security are far greater, both in scope and impact. I hope not only for the student's sakes, but also our own, that those of us volunteering our time and effort to support Sud Academy can do so in a way that both allows and inspires students to take control of their own 'destinies', push through the struggles of today, and rise above the tragedies of the past.
Bid us well-wishes!
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Students enjoy a lunch of rice and beans outside their classroom at Sud Academy. The school is able to provide daily lunch for students, thanks to people's generous donations!
I'm Kellee and I work with a school for Sudanese refugees in Nairobi, Kenya. Join me as I chronicle the journey of a lifetime through photos, videos, stories, and updates from the ground!***************************
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- Video: Southern Sudan at War Again- The Need for Sud Academy Continues
- NY Times- Drought in Kenya, Increased Insecurity
- Sud Academy's Official Site
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- Canadian Aid for Southern Sudan's (CASS) Official Site
- Picture Gallery- View of Life in Northern Sudan
- Economist article on the situation in Sudan
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- LA Times- Arrest Warrent out for Sudanese Pres- Good or Bad?
- Sudan's President Under Arrest at ICC for Crimes Against Humanity, Genocide in Darfur
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Students enjoy a lunch of rice and beans outside their classroom at Sud Academy. The school is able to provide daily lunch for students, thanks to people's generous donations!
4 comments:
Kellee, so exciting to see your dream turn into a reality. Very proud of you. My friends and I will track and send you messages of support, keeping you close at heart here at home in Canada. Be safe and pass along your love of life and experience to all of your new friends.
Hey Kel, the blog is pretty decent for your first one. Make sure to include photos of your new adventure. When Im in the mood for some long winded posts I will be sure to read up on your daily entries, which will no doubt be perfectly scripted and LONG!! haha
Good for you, chasing your dreams! I can't wait to read your blog everyday and see what your up to. I admire your strength and determination, it will serve you well. Take care of yourself, and I will take care of your Mom.
Hey Kellee,
How exciting to hear that your new adventure is underway! I will definitely keep track of your exploits. Make sure to get out to the village of Karen (about a 30 minute drive from Nairobi) to visit the Giraffe Centre. You get to feed them and get slopped on by their big grey saliva-filled tongues!
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