Distribution of help to earthquake victims

It is several weeks since the last update.  The second earthquake created a sense of despair throughout Nepal, but the Nepali people have organized self help groups.  There is general suspicion of the government and officials which is fueled by the media and the discovery of some misappropriation of donated goods.Netra has formed his own self help group and this week he has

Collecting tin in Kangel

Tin, for collection, beside the road

Ma recording the distribution of tin

tarpaulin shelter for the woman with her little baby

Tarpaulin to provide shelter

gone out to Kangel, his village in the Solu Khumbu, and with the help of some local officials he has distributed tin roofing.  According to Netra - "I was bit popular people are very happy with me".  This was because he had already organized the distribution of goods before the politician and government officials arrived to carry out a survey.  I assume they flew in by helicopter.  Netra has been using the advice of local people who know the area.
Netra has also made sure the people around BFCC in Kopan have been helped.  He bought tarpaulins and food for people who needed help. I think the money we have raised has been put to good use.

There was a sizable donation from Trinity Grammar School (Kew) and we are hoping to set up a relationship with the School - fund raising and friendship.

Since April 25, I have been overwhelmed by the generousity of all sorts of people who have given personal donations or worked with friends to raise money.  So far our money is getting through to the people who need it and we can see it being used to buy useful materials.
The effects of the earthquake will be felt for many years, but we can help to build a better future for our friends in Nepal.