Archive for June, 2016

 

A week to remember

25th June 2016 | Posted in Nigel's Blog

As Clive and Bob joined our in country team for the week, the mission to deliver a holistic low costing housing solution in Sierra Leone took giant steps forward. This week, The Presidents chief of staff, the head of the office for National security, board members from the adventist health system and the Princes Foundation were among those to visit…

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Sierra Leone’s Presidents Chief of Staff Visits Home Leone

20th June 2016 | Posted in Nigel's Blog

The President’s Chief of Staff made a surprise visit to Destiny Village this weekend.  His short note stated “very impressive.”  Following form the Director from the Office for National Security the day before, this is encouraging as we share our practical solutions with those in authority and who daily make key decisions about the country.  

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The first houses near completion

18th June 2016 | Posted in Nigel's Blog

As I walked through the first 8 houses, that are getting close to finish, it was almost overwhelming.  Reflecting on the journey of the past 2 years, joining with a faithful staff, a few wonderful donors including those who supported Dave on his amazing Maninashack 40 marathon run, it is so worthwhile. There is a peace in the place, its…

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Mayor of Freetown to visit Destiny Village

18th June 2016 | Posted in Nigel's Blog

Back in Sierra Leone, my 4th visit of the year alongside our in country team.  Yesterday we shared the vision with the Mayor of Freetown, who will visit the site next Wednesday.  We also had the director from the Office for National Security visit who on leaving noted – “this will go to a higher level.” As our first buildings…

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