Cuso International West show

Cuso International West

Summary: At Cuso International, we believe we are changing the world, one volunteer at a time. That’s because volunteering can be transformative for both the overseas communities and the volunteers themselves. Each year, we send hundreds of global citizens to work on collaborative development projects in many countries around the world.

Podcasts:

 Partners in the field Bernard Muchiri and Charles Kahunja speak about their work with Janneke Beemster- Podcast #25 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1678

They tell me about how they and Janneke are helping small farmers diversify, feed their families and educated their children. Sunflower oil and oil from seeds from trees in the forest. They use natural resources from the forest floor. Listen to how they do their work. CUSO-VSOVolunteer for a better world! Share Skills volunteers in 43 Countries-Bangladesh,Bolivia,Burkina Faso,Cambodia,Cameroon,China,El Salvador,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Gambia,Guatemala ,Ghana,Guyana,Honduras,India,Jamaica,Indonesia,Kenya,Laos,Malawi,Maldives,Mongolia,Mozambique,Namibia,Nepal ,Nigeria,Pakistan,Papua New Guinea,Peru,Philippines,Rwanda,Sierra, Leone,South Africa,Sri Lanka,Tajikistan,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo, ,Uganda,Vanuatu,Vietnam,Zambia and Zimbabwe.Support our workwww.cuso-vso.org

 Janneke Beemster continued- Podcast #24 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 833

Janneke tells me about her work and her VSO- Jitloee assignment. She loves Africa and is making a difference. I cant help but think she will continue to serve in Africa for a long time. CUSO-VSOVolunteer for a better world! Share Skills volunteers in 43 Countries-Bangladesh,Bolivia,Burkina Faso,Cambodia,Cameroon,China,El Salvador,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Gambia,Guatemala ,Ghana,Guyana,Honduras,India,Jamaica,Indonesia,Kenya,Laos,Malawi,Maldives,Mongolia,Mozambique,Namibia,Nepal ,Nigeria,Pakistan,Papua New Guinea,Peru,Philippines,Rwanda,Sierra, Leone,South Africa,Sri Lanka,Tajikistan,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo, ,Uganda,Vanuatu,Vietnam,Zambia and Zimbabwe.Support our workwww.cuso-vso.org

 Janneke Beemster- Podcast #23 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 362

Tells me about where she lives, how she gets to work and who she works with. CUSO-VSOVolunteer for a better world! Share Skills volunteers in 43 Countries-Bangladesh,Bolivia,Burkina Faso,Cambodia,Cameroon,China,El Salvador,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Gambia,Guatemala ,Ghana,Guyana,Honduras,India,Jamaica,Indonesia,Kenya,Laos,Malawi,Maldives,Mongolia,Mozambique,Namibia,Nepal ,Nigeria,Pakistan,Papua New Guinea,Peru,Philippines,Rwanda,Sierra, Leone,South Africa,Sri Lanka,Tajikistan,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo, ,Uganda,Vanuatu,Vietnam,Zambia and Zimbabwe.Support our workwww.cuso-vso.org

 Janneke Beemster volunteering from Holland- Podcast #22 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 166

I met Janneka in Nairobi. She has just moved there from a rural area in central Kenya. She arrived in Kenya just before the post election violence. She tell about her life, how much she loves Kenya and the people. I think she has so much to offer and I am so proud that she is volunteering in such an important role. CUSO-VSOVolunteer for a better world! Share Skills volunteers in 43 Countries-Bangladesh,Bolivia,Burkina Faso,Cambodia,Cameroon,China,El Salvador,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Gambia,Guatemala ,Ghana,Guyana,Honduras,India,Jamaica,Indonesia,Kenya,Laos,Malawi,Maldives,Mongolia,Mozambique,Namibia,Nepal ,Nigeria,Pakistan,Papua New Guinea,Peru,Philippines,Rwanda,Sierra, Leone,South Africa,Sri Lanka,Tajikistan,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo, ,Uganda,Vanuatu,Vietnam,Zambia and Zimbabwe.Support our workwww.cuso-vso.org

 Ben Njutu- The Executive Director of VSO Jitolee Podcast #21 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 647

He is bright, committed and leads a great team of Kenyan's in South to South placements as well as North to South placements. Lets hear about his experience and passion for his work. CUSO-VSOVolunteer for a better world! Share Skills volunteers in 43 Countries-Bangladesh,Bolivia,Burkina Faso,Cambodia,Cameroon,China,El Salvador,Eritrea,Ethiopia,Gambia,Guatemala ,Ghana,Guyana,Honduras,India,Jamaica,Indonesia,Kenya,Laos,Malawi,Maldives,Mongolia,Mozambique,Namibia,Nepal ,Nigeria,Pakistan,Papua New Guinea,Peru,Philippines,Rwanda,Sierra, Leone,South Africa,Sri Lanka,Tajikistan,Tanzania,Thailand,Togo, ,Uganda,Vanuatu,Vietnam,Zambia and Zimbabwe.Support our workwww.cuso-vso.org

 VSO Jitolee- Boka-Podcast #20 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 290

Boka studied in Florida and is back in Kenya working at VSO Jitolee. I enjoyed her company and her energy.

 Allan De La Rosa in Kibera- Podcast #19 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1271

He came from the Philippines and is working in Kenya's renowned Kibera slum improving access to water which results in a healthier community. He is truly inspiring and I know is making a huge difference.

 Nola Marshall helps Acess to Medicine - Podcast #18 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1712

A communications specialist from London comes to Uganda and works on Access to Medicine.Nola tells about volunteering in Ethopia, Senegal and Mali. From a BBC editor to Africa. Working with Mulumba Moses working with Equinet. People always ask about what we need. We need skilled people with experience. Lets listen in on how that works.

 Dr Peter Grant and Fiona Grant- Podcast #17 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 804

A couple working at the International Hospital in Kampala. They are volunteering and really making a difference. I was struck by their calm demeanor, their kindness and joy. To think they could be doing anything in the world and they have chosen to help others. We are so grateful.

 Dr. Sarah Kilby in Uganda -Podcast #16 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 384

She has worked with VSO for 7 years. She is a medical DR specializing in International Health. Educated in Nairobi. I loved talking with her and finding out about her work.

 Abbegail tells me more about VSO-Uganda- Podcast #15 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 185

The office is a buzz of work in the new year. Lets hear about their work

 VSO Jitolee- Uganda- Podcast #14 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 195

At last I get to meet some fabulous South to South volunteers. Kenyans in Uganda doing amazing work. Inoset came to Uganda from Kenya.

 It began as a horticultural farm- Podcast #13 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 101

In a small corner of Bombolulu is a man that has worked there most of his adult life. He learned about plants in Kenya and has sold seeds to many overseas. He is happy to share with you what plants flourish where. I bought seeds for the sensitive plant.

 They make fantastic things- Podcast #12 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 80

I loved talking with the people at work. Some are visually impaired, some cannot walk but they are determined to make the most beautiful things. I bought a basket used for shopping. They made it with leather lining and made it look beautiful. Cant tell you how many people tried to buy it from me on my way home. This is the place to shop on the coast.

 Bombolulu- What do they do there?- Podcast #11 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 82

I talked with the partners in the field and found out that in a short time Michael has made a big difference in efficiency. Steam lining production from ordering supplies and storage. One volunteer can make a difference. Lets listen to Shadrack describe Michael's work.

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