by Shazar Robinson | Nov 18, 2011 | The Children, Volunteering
If you are inspired to join us the next journey starts on the 15th October – 2012. We would love to share this experience with you. Your Name (required) Your Email (required) Your Phone (required) Subject (required) Your Message [honeypot email] To prove...
by Shazar Robinson | Nov 18, 2011 | Our New Site, Shaolin Martial Arts, Volunteering
Yesterday we waved Renee Lighton goodbye as she headed back to Capetown. It was very hard to stop the tears flowing as we had a last hug outside the departures gate of the Mumbai Airport. What a wonderful journey we had.. yes with only one participant but the value...
by Shazar Robinson | Oct 15, 2011 | Our New Site, Shaolin Martial Arts, Strong Village Project, Volunteering
The monsoon rains are still with us today.. the land around the new Shikshan Gram site is vibrantly green – and the crickets are screeching their legs together.. seemingly in joy for the steady beat of the huge rain drops. A couple of them came into my room the other...
by Shazar Robinson | Aug 2, 2011 | Volunteering
In the middle of the monsoon, a fine morning is very unusual. For the rains to hold off for almost a whole day, just about unheard of. But last week on the 28th, a group of very important visitors came to Malavali to visit the children at Shikshan Gram. And the rain...
by Shazar Robinson | Jun 4, 2011 | Volunteering
Volunteer travel, spending time overseas working with a not for profit organisation – contributing time, effort and expertise is a very rewarding way to really get to know another culture and land. The Shikshan Gram Shelter for Homeless Children is an ideal...
by Shazar Robinson | Apr 27, 2011 | Volunteering
Last Thursday night Shazar Robinson – yes that’s me – was given a beautiful farewell party at the hostel. It was late.. 7.45 – and the children especially the little girls were dropping off to sleep right there where they sat awaiting the...