After completing secondary school and attending a one-week transition program organized by MCF/Camfed, I was introduced to the concept of giving back to society. This lesson stayed with me, and throughout my tertiary education, I...
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Starting this journey with CorpsAfrica, I didn’t fully know what to expect. As I prepared to leave for my new community, I felt a mix of anticipation and uncertainty that was intense. I was grateful...
One of my favorite experiences during my first month in the community was chatting with curious kids. When they learned I was from Kenya, they asked if I had taken a bus to get there!...
Arriving in my new community as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer, I was not ready for the surprise that awaited me. It was a quiet place, far from the busy world I was used to. But it...
In the heart of a verdure valley lies a rural community that flourishes on simplicity and strong relationships. The lush fields ripple like a green sea, dotted with humble homes, intertwining dirt roads, and a...
One of the hardest humility pills I had to swallow was recognizing that not everyone would immediately embrace you or your ideas. In communities, especially those that have faced broken promises or misaligned interventions, people...
From the moment I arrived in Ghana, it was the smiles that stood out to me. Genuine, warm, and ever-present, they greeted me like old friends. It didn’t matter that I was a stranger in...
Reflecting on my transformative journey with CorpsAfrica, the past two and a half months since my deployment have been marked by significant milestones, deep learning, and challenges. Post-deployment, I engaged with various community-focused groups both...
The role of women in many Ghanaian societies has often been limited. This unfortunate trend is prevalent to the extent that it’s viewed as a norm, especially in rural communities. Often, women are exempted from...
Imagine a 9-year-old weaving magic with tiny hands, crafting delicate bead masterpieces that rival seasoned artisans. Welcome to my remarkable host community, where talent abounds, resilience inspires, and creativity knows no bounds. Over my two-month...
