There are many projects underway as I begin the 10th month of my service in this country:
- Water tanks and piping in the village of Liro, Lironesa, Senali. Currently looking to work with the grant from the European Union and NSA.
- Youth & Sports Programs in which I am currently teaching new sports and trying to build a youth center to equip with computers and a table tennis league. Sports such as: American football, rugby, basketball, baseball, frisbee, etc.
- Fisheries committee is trying to build up a business plan to catch & sell fish on the island as well as to Port Vila and Luganville.Yet we are lacking a boat.
- ABC= A Basket for Change. Currently teaching the women how to make unique bags, purses, wallets,backpacks, to sell on the island as well as in Port Vila and Luganville.
- Women's Group restaurant and kitchen ware sales start-up.
- Electricity for the entire island or for Liro, working with UNELCO but need funding for large generator.
- Second hand sales of clothing from the U.S. donations made by family members.
And many more projects to come. These are the starting points of my time here on Paama. If you or anyone you know can lend a hand in donations, materials, supplies, etc. Please contact me via email or post at brerussell@gmail.com or Brianna Russell, Peace Corps Volunteer, Liro Post Office, Liro Paama, Vanuatu, South Pacific
Thank you! More updates soon.
