I am very pleased with Prastav's efforts and he seems to have some enthusiastic dancers.
Tuesday, July 14, 2015
Prastav's Dance Class
I am very pleased with Prastav's efforts and he seems to have some enthusiastic dancers.
Thursday, July 9, 2015
More dancing in BFCC
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Developments around Kopan during the last month
It is two months since the earthquake and life is still very difficult. We were lucky that BFCC was not damaged too much. There were a few cracks, but they have been patched. The new upstairs room is still standing and we have added a fence to prevent the children falling onto the street below. The electrician has installed the wiring.
People still have to collect water and the local committee has built a large underground tank which will fill during the Monsoon.
People who have come into the fringes of Kathmandu and are camped in the forest at Ghorkana. They are being helped by the government, but Netra was buying water for them.
They will be living in tents until it is safe to return home to their village
The children are going to a school nearby. It was organized by a charity.
People still have to collect water and the local committee has built a large underground tank which will fill during the Monsoon.
Waiting in line for water. Just put the container in the line and return to fill it later |
Putting up the railing at BFCC. This is near the back of the building and you can see the stairs which go up beside the toilet |
Electrician at work in the upstairs room |
People who have come into the fringes of Kathmandu and are camped in the forest at Ghorkana. They are being helped by the government, but Netra was buying water for them.
They will be living in tents until it is safe to return home to their village
The children are going to a school nearby. It was organized by a charity.
children from the Ghorkana Camp walking to school |
tents in the Gorkana Camp |
New Science equipment being demonstrated at Yagamati School. The Government is trying to introduce Science teaching into all schools, but the equipment is rather expensive
Monday, June 29, 2015
It is two months since the first earthquake and the tremors are continuing. The children have returned to school, but classrooms at some schools are crowded. The children at Yagamati School have two shifts, so there is time for activities at BFCC. The children are happy to be at the centre on Saturdays. There are music classes and Prastav has taken over the role of dance teacher for the younger children. Rick Chong from Australia visited one day for a chat. Letters have been written to children in Australia and hopefully this will continue as a friendship.The Rotary Club of Pashupati held a special meeting to pay school fees.
Music teacher with a large class |
Rita working with the children on Saturday morning |
Writing letters to friends in Australia |
Rick Chong talking to the children |
Rotary visit to BFCC |
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
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 |
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.
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.
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Netra has just sent through some more photos which show some of the personal difficulties. The lady who had the premature baby was unable to find her family back in the village so has returned to Kathmandu. The other mother does not have enough food.
The group is with Teresa and we are now using a loan from Teresa to pay for the food parcels. Our money still has not arrived.
The group is with Teresa and we are now using a loan from Teresa to pay for the food parcels. Our money still has not arrived.
A newly arrived baby. |
Teresa with the group and their food parcels |
Another mother and baby in dire need of food |
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