Women and Girls

Building a Good Relationship with the Community

Lately, I have learned something interesting that I am sure will be helpful to my leaders. Many people can relate that meeting new people and working with new...

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Let’s Go GLOW!!!

The teamwork between the CorpsAfrica/Uganda and Peace Corps for the GLOW camp in Lira district, Nothern Uganda was a game-changer. The camp was all about boosting the confidence...

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Breaking Barriers, Empowering Lives: A Journey On Menstrual Health

In the Kukuo community——nestled away from the bustling city life, a silent struggle has plagued young girls. They lacked access to crucial Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights...

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Transformation Required

“Wow, how time flies, the integration period is over? Working outside of my comfort zone has been fascinating”. Over the past two months, I have been working with...

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Integrating with An Open Mind

Being open-minded involves being receptive to a wide variety of ideas, and information, critical thinking, and asking questions. It also involves embracing other people’s beliefs and ideas to...

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LESSONS OF LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY

Perseverance, patience, and resilience have surely been learned and exercised. An entire three months have gone by since I became a northerner. Fully immersed in the culture, traditions,...

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Chasing Progress: A Narrative of Malawian Rural Volunteerism

Volunteering has given me a platform of expression where my deepest desire dwells, being a development enthusiast and finding the opportunity to understand community development issues at the...

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The Beauty of Integration

Filled with anxiety, fear, and nervousness, a new chapter had begun in my life, September 23, 2023, to be exact. A life away from home and family, and...

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EMPOWERING YOUNG WOMEN: Reusable Sanitary Pad Making Training

In my community like many other communities in Malawi, access to safe and sustainable menstrual hygiene products is still a challenge that is constantly faced. As a way...

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Reflecting on Three Months of Growth and Impact as a CorpsAfrica Volunteer

Welcome to my second and final blog of the year as we step into 2024! A heartfelt Happy New Year to all. It’s been an incredible journey during...

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