Who was there?
Randall Bradley- Director of Music Baylor University, donor and supporter Noonkera GirlsBrenda Bradley -donor and supporter Noonkera GirlsSharyn Dowd, key Donor and support of Noonkera girlsLynn Bailey- Nurse , Greg Hallbauer – Doctor Students of Baylor University and members of the Men’s Choir
What was the event about?
Kenya Mission: Empowering the people of Komolion spiritually, financially and of course MUSICALLY!
Memorable information:
Identify the unspoken needs of the community by going the extra mile in order to recognize the challenges faced by the Komolion CommunityEmpowering an individual is Empowering a CommunityAppreciating and making full use of the opportunities and resources aroundOffering free medical Camp and medication where needed to the community
Where did the event take place?
Komolion location, Baringo East CountyKomolion Primary School
When did the event take place?
17 May 2017
Familiarization trip to KomolionInteracted with the local communityPlayed games with the children
18 May 2017
Renovated and painted classrooms, desks and wallsPresented desks and chairs for pupils, tables and chairs for teachers at Komolion Primary SchoolPresented the local men with beehives, women with chicken for rearing eggs which will enable them become financially independent Free Medical Camp and medicine givenDonated shoes and T-shirts to the communityPlanted kales and tress on the school farmProvided a water pump which will guarantee consistent water supply from Lake Baringo which will be used to water the farm.
Why was the event scheduled?
To enable the community be self-reliant by providing them with the necessary tools to empower themselves economically as individual and as a Community
Quotes from attendees:
“I feel a new sense of purpose towards life”
“ I’m motivated to do more for the less fortunate “
“It was great to see the joy and laughter expressed by the people of Komolion despite the hardships they go through”
“I’m ready to get back and see how I can continue to make a positive change”
“Since I came to Kenya my perspective on life has changed, I have learned a lot and truly appreciate what I have”
“It was a life changing experience, quiet and eye opener, I will never forget”
