Highlights from Haiti 5/9/2014

GVADK has long had a commitment to planting trees. Here is a short youtube video regarding the importance of planting trees in Haiti. Technology is impacting developing nations. They are using 3D printers in Haiti to make umbilical cord clamps. Phenomenal. Creative solutions in Malawi. Last year they decided to sell

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Highlights from Haiti 29/8/2014

The Haitian government successfully negotiated a $2 increase in the fee each Caribbean Cruise passenger pays to visit Labadie, Haiti. Labadie is a secluded beach resort on the north coast of Haiti. Starting March 2015, the fee/ passenger will rise from $10 to $12 per passenger. The increased revenue will

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Haiti Happenings 22/8/2014

Here are some links for those of you interested in Haiti. Here is a youtube video describing the benefits of an efficient BioMass cook stove  that can cook multiple dishes and bake in oven with only one burner. This group is attempting to curb the use of charcoal, that is

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Medika Mamba Graduates

We are so thankful for the healing that we see happening every day here at the Rescue Center.  One of the most vital weapons we are blessed with to combat severe malnutrition is an incredible product called Medika Mamba, a RUTF (Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food) made of ground roasted peanuts, powdered

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The Bean Project – See a need, meet a need

We want to tell you about Jenna and The Bean Project. This past spring, Jenna was a high school senior at Pugwash District High School in Pugwash, Nova Scotia.  With a big heart and enthusiasm to accomplish goals with great importance, The Bean Project was developed. But first you ought

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Summertime Smiles in the Rescue Center

It’s late August and it’s HOT.  We are all sweating…a lot. BUT It’s never too hot to smile!  A game of peek-a-boo certainly brings out the giggles. Practicing their crawling skills is serious…seriously fun! How encouraging it is to see recovering kids be able to run and act silly! During

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