Well today was supposed to be a trip to Chazanga but it was postponed until tomorrow. Instead we took a trip to the United Nations compound and met with UNICEF. It was quite an experience. The security was high and I had my camera confiscated. I have been designated the documentarian for our group and was planning to take a photo outside the compound and didn't realize that this was against the rules! Thankfully my camera was returned after our visit. Apparently I have a bit of a rebel inside....what can I say, I am my mother's daughter.
We met with four representatives from UNICEF to discuss issues relating to early childhood development and youth issues. It was truly inspirational. Two women in particular really resonated with my interests relating to to girls, self esteem and education. They have such a clear understanding of the need for girls to be involved in alternate activities such as sports and the arts to deter them from becoming involved in high risk activities. They were meeting with a group called Barefoot Theatre prior to our meeting, which is a theatre group that reaches out to children living in poverty in Lusaka. They are a group that is worth looking up on the Internet.
Time is certainly flying by...only a week and a half left. This weekend, I am heading down to see Victoria Falls in Livingstone which is considered to be one of the seven natural wonders of the world. I am sure that it will be an amazing experience. While this month in Zambia has been an opportunity I can't imagine missing, I am certainly looking forward to returning to my family and all of you at the clinic.
I will touch base again soon...until then.
Danielle
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