So what can two girls, both under 5'4, with limited experience cooking for crowds, piles of homework and an early deadline, accomplish? Turns out, quite a bit! The Oxford University International Festival was held today, from 10am to 4pm, in the formidable Exam Schools building, with the goal of show-casing the variety of cultures that exist at the university. I'm happy to report that Givology was featured prominently as the only charity, not only with a cultural stall but a food one as well. We decided it would be best to focus on one of our projects, to give people an example of what we do and how we do it, and as such we decided to raise awareness about the Circle of Peace school in Uganda, and its expansion project.
The roughly one thousand people that attended were given a flavour of traditional Ugandan cuisine to support the Peace School, thanks to Joyce's truly incredible dedication in the kitchen, beginning last night and continuing early this morning. (I've instructed Joyce never to doubt her culinary skills ever again). On the menu was Ugandan chicken curry, bean stew, fried rice and for dessert, a very popular banana custard and sim-sim cookies (made from sugar and sesame seeds). The best part? We sold virtually everything, for a total of £160, which included some generous cash donations.
On the cultural side of things, we displayed a hand-painted Givology banner, Ugandan crafts, photos from Joyce's trip to the school and various other bits about Givology, such as our flyer and Annual Report. Our display attracted many passers-by, and we spent most of our time talking to people about what Givology does, and how we help the Peace School. The positive response really made all the hard work of moving heavy objects and large pots filled with food completely worth it, and Joyce and I both agreed that a hands-on approach to Givology helps revitalize our mission and move us forward in our goals.
I admit to having my doubts along the way, but today really proved to me that the best way forward is to mix a bit of determination and enthusiasm with a healthy dose of self-belief; you'll be amazed at what you're capable of.
For a small taste of the event, visit this website: http://festival.oxfordisc.com/ And for a closer look at the Peace School, click here: http://www.wix.com/joycemeng/uganda2009
The roughly one thousand people that attended were given a flavour of traditional Ugandan cuisine to support the Peace School, thanks to Joyce's truly incredible dedication in the kitchen, beginning last night and continuing early this morning. (I've instructed Joyce never to doubt her culinary skills ever again). On the menu was Ugandan chicken curry, bean stew, fried rice and for dessert, a very popular banana custard and sim-sim cookies (made from sugar and sesame seeds). The best part? We sold virtually everything, for a total of £160, which included some generous cash donations.
On the cultural side of things, we displayed a hand-painted Givology banner, Ugandan crafts, photos from Joyce's trip to the school and various other bits about Givology, such as our flyer and Annual Report. Our display attracted many passers-by, and we spent most of our time talking to people about what Givology does, and how we help the Peace School. The positive response really made all the hard work of moving heavy objects and large pots filled with food completely worth it, and Joyce and I both agreed that a hands-on approach to Givology helps revitalize our mission and move us forward in our goals.
I admit to having my doubts along the way, but today really proved to me that the best way forward is to mix a bit of determination and enthusiasm with a healthy dose of self-belief; you'll be amazed at what you're capable of.
For a small taste of the event, visit this website: http://festival.oxfordisc.com/ And for a closer look at the Peace School, click here: http://www.wix.com/joycemeng/uganda2009
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