Saphara teams give young people the opportunity to engage in issues of justice and global citizenship through working with educationally disadvantaged children in India. Saphara is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian organisation which welcomes young people from all backgrounds, races and religions.

This has been the most amazing, challenging, humbling and beneficial trip ever. The children and women of India will be in my heart and memories for ever. Ashleigh
Day 8 31st July 2009
Posted in Belfast Team 2009, Trip Blog

Today we had a well earned lie in! After breakfast we walked to the MGVS office, seeing some incredible views on the way. Unfortunately, thick clouds blocked our view of the Himalaya peaks. However we still found some photo opportunities.

After getting our first taste of ‘Chai’ and talking to some of the MGVS workers we took a very bumpy ride to Kamplani high school and took our first lesson. It was much smaller than expected, and very different to Sneha, but the children’s enthusiasm to learn and make friends was the same as before. The lessons all went well and were more intimate due to the smaller classes.

Upon returning to the outdoor centre, we began our Global Awareness Weekend by researching and giving presentations on issues related to Indian culture e.g. its religions and modern history. We ended the day on a light if not slightly cheesy note with MAMMA MIA!

Love to everyone back home

Stephen and Beth