Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Preparing for Kenya

And so we begin the journey. Actually, the day BEFORE the journey to the Microcredit Summit Campaign meeting in Nairobi Kenya.  As I wind down the work week, and communicate with GLOBE students on our various initiatives, I cannot help but think how far we have come in GLOBE since this time last year when we had our first Microfinance Day at St. John's.  With 6 approved loans, and more on the way, we are having a true impact on the lives of those living in poverty so far away from our homes here in NY.  We are inspired by their stories and motivated by their hope.  Tonight, as I pack and make final preparations for travel, I will reflect on how fortunate I am to be able to work in the field I love, with talented students who care about the world.  How fortunate we all are to work with the amazing Daughters of Charity, who strive every day to improve the lives of those in their communities!  I am so looking forward to this trip, which I believe will open my eyes to a world of promise that up to now, I have only been able to read about. 

Tuesday, March 30, 2010