Last Day of Global Village in Ethiopia: Hurry Up and Wait
Today was our last work day in Ethiopia which involved one last push to get the jobs done. That included having the walls on three bathroom buildings 12 bricks high and mixing and pouring the concrete for two kitchens.
Read MoreGlobal Village to Ethiopia Day 4: Getting into the Rhythm
The week has finally hit a comfortable rhythm of work, learning, and exploring. Today was our fourth day of work, it’s hard to believe it has flown by so quickly.
Read MoreGlobal Village Trip to Ethiopia Day 2: Lauren & Malia’s Realizations
During our rides in the van to and from the build site and as we share meals together with the Habitat Ethiopia staff, we’ve come to understand more of the historical, economic, and political forces shaping the growth of the slums and the push and pull between tradition and modernity that people experience here. One thing everyone agrees on: everyone deserves a decent place to live.
Read MoreGlobal Village Trip to Ethiopia: Steve Messinetti’s Reflections on Day 1
This year marks 10 years of the Portland community financially supporting Habitat Ethiopia and the milestone of $1 million sent to provide decent housing with access to safe water and sanitation for more than 2,000 people
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