Columbia: Week 2 post from McCall

By McCall Plummer

July 18
This past week we sat down with the kids and facilitated a discussion on the effects of smoking.  It was well received and most of the children participated, but I was particularly impressed with the comments that Jose made.  He was the first to suggest that smoking heavily can lead to serious health problems including cancer. Also, he along with many others told us about the people in their life that struggle with this addiction.  It was exciting to see a kid like Jose engaged in the conversation.  It makes it all worth it! 

Colombia: Week 1

June 30
By McCall Plummer

Our first week in Colombia has been amazing.  We have had many experiences that we will never forget after only being here one week.  On Wednesday, we taught a lesson using the FAMA technique on trash.  Our goal was to raise awareness that throwing your garbage in the street effects the environment and health of individuals in the community.  It was well received for the most part, but I noticed that Dayer really came to understand the meaning of our lesson.   He had some great insights that really added to the process.  He mentioned that throwing garbage everywhere creates bad air quality, and that it ruins the beauty of the outdoors.  It was exciting to see him reach these ideas and take something away from our discussion.  Hopefully, he will be as receptive in the weeks to come.