The Final Destination

My bags are packed and ready for the big move. 

T-minus two days.

The memorandum has been signed and agreements have been made.  I am moving to Kitgum… Way up in the Northern region of the country that borders South Sudan.

Note to my wonderfully awesome parents: I will be very safe there.  As the Ugandans say, “Do not fear.”

I will be working for an organization called Meeting Point, which works with individuals infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.  These individuals meet in groups, which will allow me the chance to work with them in various capacities.  They also have a bead-making project that they want assistance in their production and marketing. 

Along with my primary project I will also be working in the schools to create a youth sports organization, specifically for softball.  I am excited to get back into the game and see these young girls find love in this sport.  Furthermore I am eager to work with locals in the community in setting up this organization, where children can find new opportunities, passions, and a safe space to come and explore new things.

I am eager to begin this new, and hopefully final, chapter in my Peace Corps story.  It has been an adventure and I am excited to see where these blank pages lead.

I’ll keep you posted!