par Rebecca Davis | Août 8, 2017 | Guinea
Just like that, one of the most incredible months of my life is drawing to a close! Guinea has welcomed me so warmly that it is nearly impossible to think of leaving again so soon. Luckily, my heart is full to bursting with memories, learning, and love for this...
par Rebecca Davis | Août 7, 2017 | Guinea
My third week in Conakry felt like it vanished before my eyes! All of my projects are in full swing now, and the days are equal parts busy, exciting and fulfilling. The children spent three days here at the centre this week for the MindLeaps program: English lessons,...
par Rebecca Davis | Juil 21, 2017 | Guinea
Last time we found out why Julia decided to partner with MindLeaps and how important dance had become to her. This time around, with the second part of our interview (if you haven’t read the first part, you MUST!), we discuss her recent trips as well as what she will...
par Rebecca Davis | Juil 18, 2017 | Guinea
MindLeaps is proud to introduce our newest volunteer from the Guinea team, Julia Sawatzky! She is a former dancer turned medical student. After graduating from University of St. Andrews in Scotland, she went on to receive the R&A scholarship that allows her to...
par Rebecca Davis | Juil 18, 2017 | Guinea
During my second week with MindLeaps in Conakry, the dance program began – and with it came a full-on plunge into new and diverse avenues of this learning experience! I am learning about both Guinean culture and society, and the capacity of dance to empower! On...
