Orientation of VA 32 degrees South

We met with Mike, the founder of Volunteer Africa 32 degrees South, and he explained the history of the program. He explained the goal of the group, and how it changed from a tour group to a volunteer program. For more information, please go like them on Facebook, and look up Friends of Chinsta! We got to see the bus they donated, which has solar panels on top, and is a mobile computer lab for the children at the nearby schools. 

It's very interesting how they are trying to integrate the technology into an area that doesn't have easy access to electricity. When I return, I want to start a donation fund to help them make computers more accessible for the schools. Mike told us that previous volunteers have organized projects for the area, and are put into action if there is enough funding. I would love to put my degree (communication technology) into use in that way. 

Mike explained to us how easy it is to make such a huge impact. A previous volunteer went home, and set up a donation line for feeding the children while they are at school. They donated 5 euros a month, and it funded 4,000 meals in a year. That is 4,000 more than what would have been provided to children ages 5-10.