Walking among trees
We have to know our native trees to appreciate them as they are a part of our heritage. It’s my first tree walk but I do look forward to doing more and identifying trees better.
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Winning people’s trust in healthcare
Over three years after Sierra Leone was declared Ebola-free, people are still reluctant to visit health centres.
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A room full of who I want to be
Today, I found myself in a room full of the country’s bigwigs in public health and health advocacy. The ‘impostor syndrome’ instantly kicked in — you don’t belong here, it whispered.
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2017: The year of self-care
No, self-care is not selfish. Self-care is the best gift you can give to the people around you.
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Why we need ‘do nothing’ days
We shouldn’t feel guilty when we invest in ourselves, because that’s the only way we can give more, learn more, and love more.
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Wishes for us in 2016
May we keep our head high, our hands full of good things to do, our minds enriched with inspiration, and our hearts in the right place.
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Can there be fish forever?
There are local fishers who know the laws but still do not follow them, often because they are just so used to certain ways of doing things that they reject change. “These are fishers that we need to speak to — both to their hearts and their minds.”
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The man who wanted to be pope
The bumpy ride and the wonderful landscape were nothing compared to the apparent amazement and thrill of the children who were experiencing light, computers, music, a Powerpoint presentation, and movies for the first time.
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From green and gullible to world-class greentrepreneurs
The use of locally-sourced raw materials ensures business sustainability, but sustaining the community around also matters to the Delantar couple who made sure that their employees are provided subsidized housing.
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Wishes for us in 2014
May we learn from the lives of those who came before us, and realize that the best way we can honor their legacy is by leading a life they can be proud of.
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The Office of Culture and Design: Empowering communities through cultural cooperation and innovation
“The big idea is to use the tools offered by contemporary art and design to effect some social change.”
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An oath to me
With every ounce of pain, a ton of strength is built into me. I will not be afraid.
