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donations in Paul’s memory are pouring in-thankyou-here’s how you can help if you wish

donations in Paul’s memory are pouring in-thankyou-here’s how you can help if you wish

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated to Calabash Trust in Paul’s memory. We know how important this money is to help Calabash Trust continue the work Paul started. We appreciate that many of you reading this newsletter may want to do similar  – so here are some ways we can recommend. We know the money you donate will be used well if you use these methods. Donate to: Calabash Trust here AV Bukani School here Joe Slovo…

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Paul defined the word “authentic”

Paul defined the word “authentic”

Paul Miedema changed our lives. It is through Paul that we connected with the A.V. Bukani Primary School community, a wonderful place we now consider our second home. But Paul did more than connect us – he was our support, our mentor, our ally, and our friend. Just a few weeks ago, we had a long conversation with Paul about a possible sixth volunteer trip to Nomathomsanqa.   Paul defined the word “authentic.” He had no tolerance for BS and…

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how I became a volunteer with Paul at Calabash

how I became a volunteer with Paul at Calabash

(the following is a story from volunteer, Anke) Paul and I met more than three years ago, when he left a short message on a people and places Facebook post about my volunteer placement in The Gambia. His comment turned out to be the beginning of an exciting chapter of the lives Paul and I shared for a while as colleagues, passionate advocates for responsible tourism and social justice, co-authors, and friends. It seems appropriate telling our story through the…

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recollections & respect from volunteers

recollections & respect from volunteers

We have been touched by all the messages we have received from volunteers. “I have fond memories of Paul when he took us under his wing in Port Elizabeth back in 2010. I am sure he will be greatly missed and I hope Calabash finds the strength to continue his legacy. And thanks should go to you, too, for providing me with the opportunity to meet such a great guy and to take part in such a worthwhile project.” Sue…

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