Hi folks!
Inspired by close friends' pleads in Haiti, here's an idea my friend Lindsay has put together- http://stridewithhaiti.blogspot.com/ for Partners in Health who have been providing effective healthcare in Haiti for almost 25 years (have you read Mountains beyond Mountains?).
She thought of 'Stride with Haiti' Tuesday and since have been pitching it to several running/biking retailers around Austin, with the finale of the Austin Marathon committee Friday- great feedback so far & will know the Austin involvement by Tuesday b/c of the time sensitive funding needs.
Please pass blog to any friends around the world that may be inspired by PiH's relief in Haiti to get something going in their town.
The fault I am studying in Jamaica is an extension of the Enriquillo fault in Haiti, and because of this disaster being so prominent in the news right now, Matt's project in Jamaica has just received funding for the next couple years. I feel frustrated that my funding to do field work comes in the aftermath of such a tragedy. I'm trying to help the Jamaican people be better prepared by understanding the hazards they face, but it comes at the high cost of seeing how Haiti is struggling.
I'll be going to Jamaica in March for field work. Before that, I want to feel like I've given enough back to the people of Haiti.
Peace,
Katie
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