Barry Higgs (Manchester)
Gail Sutherland (Sister of Barry)
Simon Howson (London)
What was the aim for the week?
· Foundations
· Drainage
· Block making
What was achieved in the week?
· Water tanks erected
· Path to school
· Foundation levels set out.
· Foundation trenches roughed in.
· Cleared site for aggregate area, leveled and prepared.
· 50% rear bank regarded.
· Reinforced steel work fabrication commenced.
In just one week the site has moved into the foundation stages and progressed hugely. Barry, Simon and Gail’s contribution to the project has been amazing. The week got off to a good start with a scenic tour of Accra, as Simon had taken the key from the hostel so we had to turn around!
However, on arrival to Dwabor they were greeted with smiles, hellos and akwaabas! After a good sleep work began Monday morning. Temperatures nearing 33 degrees and lots of work to be done! The same being true in the current school for Gail. Gail had a true Ghanaian welcome to the school and was fantastic, bringing fun and enthusiasm to her reading classes.
She said “the children are so keen and eager to learn. Being someone that works with special needs children in the UK, you appreciate every success- however small they may seem!”
Gail brought smiles, knowledge and determination and did an amazing job!
As well as the determination shown in the classroom, a three hour PTA meeting in a hot room tested many peoples patience! The chief and headmaster along with all the elders and community members expressed their appreciation to sabre and the volunteers for coming to Dwabor and making such a difference. It was so lovely to see how much the community value the help they are receiving through this project!
Barry and Simon also relished the challenges on site and did brilliantly, erecting the polytanks in just one day! They both did their very best and made such a difference!
It was great to have Barry, Gail and Simon in Dwabor this week and thank them for their great contribution towards the project!
Barry “Never thought I’d enjoy being a vegetarian! And I miss my cold milk and cornflakes! It has been an intriguing experience, so glad I came!”
Simon “The response from the community it just incredible. Really glad to have got involved in this and it’s so great to use your skills in a world you couldn’t imagine in the UK. You make such a big difference, even in a week!”
Gail “Fante-astic! I think the Ghanaian smile says it al; hello, goodbye, thank you and we like you.”
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