Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I received a picture of the weekend hours at the community library in Konkourona early this morning (below) and I have been thinking about it all day. Having access to books, computers and a printer opens up so many opportunities. The library also creates a safe space for positive community interactions. There are so many…
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Hope spreads in Konkourona!
KAFO President, Dr. Jules Millogo, traveled to Konkourona for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began to meet with leaders of the village association, Mami Siara Na, and evaluate the progress that has been made over the past 3 years. This news segment (in French) was filmed during a celebration of gratitude and hope…
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Student success continues!
Students climbed into our KAFO/MSN construction vehicle to be transported by KAFO Program Director, Victorien Millogo, to another village to take the middle school entrance exam. They were thrilled for an opportunity to ride on the back of a motorized tricycle. Two thirds of the students passed the exam, up from 4% in 2019, before…
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Preparing for rain!
Digging has begun in Konkourona to prepare for the trees to be planted for reforestation in the rainy season from June to September. Renovations of an existing building to be used as a library are almost complete and the shelving, tables and chairs have been ordered. The roof was repaired, glass windows were installed, and…
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Big plans for 2022!
The medical equipment and supplies for the new health center in Konkourona made it to the port in Accra, Ghana 4 weeks ago, from West Grove, PA in the US. While we are waiting for the shipment to clear customs, work has started on several new projects. Desertification is a major concern in Burkina Faso,…