THE BAG OF HOPE ... 
A group of unskilled women in rural Kwa-Zulu Natal in South Africa formed a support group for those living with HIV and AIDS, focusing on the children. They:
- operate a community center to provide education, support & material help for the needy
- provide a soup kitchen and feeding program for the little ones
- create a safe zone for the children - it's a dangerous world for them with no adults to help, support or guide them
- learned to sew to fund their efforts
- work - not asking for a handout
- give hope to the little ones
They epitomize VUKUZAKHE - Zulu for "Wake up and do it for yourself!" For info, call: (706) 486-6808
NEW SUCH EXCITEMENT:
We're going global ... partnering up to help start The Bag of Hope, Canada! More details to follow...
SUCH EXCITEMENT ....
The community center was opened on Wednesday, 14 October, with a ceremony, dancing and food - a great big well done to all! See under "accolades" for more photos...
The proud group of sewing ladies and perma-gardeners at the opening ceremony
NEW EMBROIDERY LANDSCAPES!
Margaret has just joined the group and has learned to embroider and by these marvellous examples, Margaret has a lot of talent!
Take your bag of hope when you shop or traveL ...
PLEASE DON'T FORGET ME!
