So we had out first week of work. Kind of. Monday was a holiday and we didn't have to go to work today. Tuesday was cool because we got to attend a review meeting with all the girls education officers of the 18 northern districts and hear about some of the challenges and good practices. Hopefully soon we will be going to visit the districts, although that depends on fuel availability etc. we have moved to a different guest house and still don't have a place to stay, but I think we will end up staying at a guest house for the whole time.
Some of the other interns who are in other communities in the north are visiting this weekend so that will be fun! Really we've only known each other for 3 weeks, but they're like our family here because we all spent so much time together so we miss them! it'll be fun to hang out for the weekend.
Also for everyone who makes fun of my love for crossword puzzles, at one of the girls camps they held, they had the girls do crossword puzzles to improve their vocabulary and critical thinking. So I am vindicated!
I am definitely looking forward to doing some field research since there is not as much for us to do in Tamale. But we go tot look over some of the regional reports and have already learned some interesting stuff. There are some definite barriers for girls, but it's cool to see some of the initiatives that are taking place.
Also, there is a walk for the World Food Programme to raise money for them, and Patrick and I got invited by our boss, so that should be cool.
I hope everyone is well!
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Dear Beth,
It was great to read your latest posting. I am glad that the work is underway.
Yes, crossword puzzles are good, no doubt. I haven't been having as much success recently, I guess because I have been doing them on my own. I need your brain power.
I hope the weekend goes well. It is lovely here in Vancouver and the meetings (Canadian Business Ethics Research Network) are going well.
Much love,
Mum
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