Yes, Ebola is still a threat in Eastern Congo, and yes the area is still occupied by militant forces. But for today, concentrate on the good news of the region: a graduation and a World Cup Cinderella story!
Our sewing school graduations are such a special time at Congo Restoration. And this one was no different.
Graduates receive a diploma, a sewing kit with tools and supplies, and a sewing machine to share with a fellow graduate.
Since opening in 2010, more than 950 young women have graduated from our sewing school. Sometimes, like this graduation, these ceremonies are under less-than-ideal circumstances. Our graduates have received their diplomas under threat of rebels (last spring) and this month did so as news of Ebola spread.Even in tragedy, we must celebrate our wins. And for these 40 women, getting this diploma and the skills needed to open their own businesses are monumental wins. Their hard work mixed with your support did that.
One of our sewing school graduates shares with the crowd how the school changed her life from one of few options to one of many. Please note the adorable sewing bag made by the women of City Point UMC in North Richland Hills, Texas. All graduates receive a sewing bag filled with sewing supplies plus a shared sewing machine with another student.
Speaking of winning, are you watching the World Cup? The DRC team has made it to Round of 32 and will play England Wednesday about noon central time. The last team to qualify for the World Cup, this team has been beating all the odds so far. Tomorrow, our board will gather in Dallas (where most of us live) to cheer them on! If you (like me) aren’t well-versed in the World Cup, you can catch up with this story here.
Thanks to all of you for all you do for our students and staff. Go graduates and go Leopards!!!!
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