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This blog will be filled with things I have learned about Guyana and my personal experiences here.
Guyana varies a lot by region – so my story may not be everyone’s – but I will try to share anything interesting that I learn from my fellow volunteers in other regions as well.
I hope you enjoy your visit and come back soon!
This week Guyana is celebrating Health Week. (Last week was Education Week as schools restarted.) PAHO and the Ministry of Health are holding a health fair in Stabroek market, downtown Georgetown. According to the PAHO official I spoke to it is health week in many countries within the Americas. One of the benefits of being … More Health Week
One of the things I’m doing constantly, sometimes consciously sometimes not, is being seen. While it can be challenging at times, it is such a huge part of building trust within my community, that they see I’m still here. I constantly have people telling me they thought I went home early if I don’t see … More A Walk Upon the Stelling
The last week has been a whirlwind. I got back to site Saturday night, slept, and then headed to town for our Reconnect Conference. We spent the last week staying in town @ the Grand Coastal Hotel (I highly recommend it if you’re visiting Guyana and not venturing outside of town). This time some of … More Reconnect
