Fresh start

I thought I’d write a little update on my placement since the last posting was about how I left GTU. Currently I have a couple of projects on the go. I’ve turned into a bit of a freelance volunteer, if there is such a thing. Basically I have asked fellow volunteers if they can use my help at the places they work and the general response has been, “when can you start?”

I’m working with CBR (Community Based Rehabilitation) to help them recover and update their website. It’s already quite a different atmosphere than what I’m used to. People here are eager to work with me and have been quite welcoming. It also helps that I’m working with other VSO volunteers (Meg, Rachel, Miranda and Sarah) instead of locked away in a room somewhere. I’m also putting my newly acquired sign-language skills to use working with staff members who are hearing impaired.

I’m also hoping to help out at NCERD (National Centre for Educational Resource Development and VSO Guyana. I know I don’t have a lot of time left, but I’m trying to do small things that will help me end my placement on a positive note.

This weekend we’re going to kick it Irish style on St. Patrick’s Day. I understand our fellow Irish volunteers have quite a party in store for us. There will be an abundance of singing, dancing and green liquids to be had on Saturday night.

On Sunday, we’re hosting a movie marathon. We’ve rented a projector and are going to be showing movies all day on our big white wall. Lazing around on a couch will be just what the doctor ordered after St. Patty’s night.