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The magic of an oasis
May 27, 2018
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A traveler tells of the misconceptions about oasises. A magical discovery!
Creating a meaningful retirement
January 17, 2018
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I asked John, ‘How have you used the skills and capacities of your professional life in your retirement years?’ He retired from being a psychologist and organization development consultant in California, moved to Victoria… and soon found that regular volunteer
Supporting change, sustainably
December 20, 2017
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A volunteer project headed by John Jordan in Rwanda is changing lives. This program is supported by Rotary and ICO. For more information on the Rwanda Initiative
The call to the empty quarter of Arabia
December 19, 2016
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Joyce answered ‘a call’ to explore faraway places… in her trip to the Sahara.
Career path of caring
May 7, 2016
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Working in education, community development, neighbourhood house.. gave experience in organization structure — and management. All these steps have contributed to feeling comfortable taking on projects overseas.
A project in Zanzibar: business development for youth
May 7, 2016
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Building hope and capacity for youth in ZanzibarFor more information on daraja visit here
Education is Power
September 18, 2015
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I met Dave Cuddy at a breakfast mixer. I loved the spirit of his initiative. Giving tangible, life-changing support to students in Africa. For more information
Called to adventure — on a personal and business level
September 15, 2015
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Catherine talks about her work leading women in adventure, and her own journey to Africa.
Third world happiness with lessons for Canada
July 27, 2015
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The Yoruba of Nigeria’s community approach to resolving a problem through music, community, talking and listening. Illustrates the potential of community, conversation and real listening in first world situations.