by Jennifer Hatton | Oct 20, 2017 | African Road projects, Learning Trips, People
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” ~ Margaret Mead You might have heard the above quote before. To me, Maggie Hanson is the embodiment of its meaning. Can you...
by Jennifer Hatton | Jun 30, 2017 | African Road projects
VICOBA training asks participants to identify what they have, moving from a mindset of hopelessness to recognizing resources. For the women of the Dorcas Cooperative, this was a tough question to ponder. “We live in a very dry part of Kenya where it is very difficult...
by Jennifer Hatton | Jun 7, 2017 | African Road projects, News and Updates
We are thrilled to report that progress is underway! The first portion of funds raised in our March campaign, Sewing Hope for Girls, has been released to our New Hope for Girls partners in Tanzania. With these funds, Consoler Wilbert, Director of the New Hope for...
by Jennifer Hatton | May 8, 2017 | African Road projects, People
Last week, I had the chance to sit down with David Clemy, the brilliant founder of VICOBA business and savings training and our guest speaker at this year’s Gala. David shared the inspiration behind VICOBA training, his impressions of the US, and his favorite food –...
by Jennifer Hatton | Dec 5, 2016 | African Road projects, News and Updates
Sunny skies, big smiles, and flourishing businesses – that’s what greeted African Road VICOBA trainer David Clemy on his recent trip to Tanzania. Last year, 63 women and girls in Tanzania participated in VICOBA small business training. The participants are...
