Camp GLOW

Meant to do this a long time ago. I had a request from a fellow volunteer to post this. I highly recommend doing this. From what I hear the camp is really a great week and enjoyed immensely by all those involved. thanks
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What is Camp GLOW?

All over the country of Namibia there are bright potential leaders waiting for the opportunity to grow to their full capabilities. The Gender Awareness in Namibia (GAIN) committee of Peace Corps Volunteers is ready to give them that opportunity with “Girls and Guys Leading Our World (GLOW).” Camp GLOW is a week-long leadership development camp offered to eighty students, ages 13 to 16, from around Namibia. These learners will come together in the capital city in May 2006 to learn about gender awareness, promote self-confidence, explore future career choices, fight the AIDS epidemic, and develop leadership skills. Most of the campers will never have another chance to work with Namibians from the other cultures within their own country, visit the capital city and historic landmarks of their nation, or interact with successful Namibian professionals on a one-on-one basis.

This is the opportunity of a lifetime for them!

What can you do to help?

The cost of the camp for each student is US$ 50.00. We are asking for your help in sponsoring these children to attend Camp GLOW. For US$ 50, a child will gain a lifetime of experience and growth. If you do decide to sponsor one or more students, each child will send you a picture and letter from camp, telling you about his/her experiences during the week.

How do I donate?

Please send your money (cash or check) to Peace Corps Volunteer, Beth Phillips, through her family at:

Beth Phillips

6302 15^th Avenue NE

Seattle WA 98115

The money will be deposited into the Camp GLOW account upon receipt. With the money, please send your name and address so that we can send you a picture and letter in the mail. If you would like a receipt for your donation, please let us know and we will send that with the letter. (Remember, the camp does not take place until May of next year, 2007, so you will not receive your letters until after that time.)

Thank you for your generous support and contributions! We look forward to hearing from you!

If you have any questions, please contact Beth Phillips at bethinnamibia@yahoo.com

Lastly, one of my favorite things about Camp Glow is that us Peace Corps volunteers serve only as organizers and the sessions are actually facilitated by other Namibians who are out of work and in their 20s.

And obviously if you have any other questions and dont want to email Beth feel free to shoot me an email.