Raleigh International Project

We were pleased to provide financial support for the volunteer activities of Eddie Rose who travelled to South America and then Costa Rica to join a Raleigh International project deep in the Costa Rican jungle.  The multinational group of students helped to build accomodation for future volunteers to work with local farmers to assist in the strengthening of the local subsistence economy.

Eddie joined the club at one of our meetings to  regale us with his tales of work in the jungle. Eddie commented "Thanks to the support of the Rotary Club I have been able to help the important work in Costa Rica and have learnt an enormous amount in the process working alongside local people and other volunteers from many different countries"

Eddie goes up to university with the intention of continuing his work in international aid as a future career.

President Mike commented that it was a very enjoyable and informative slide presentation by Eddie that not only showed us what he has achieved in his travels but also how the experience has helped him focus on the future direction of his life and the University courses he needs to pursue to make it all happen.

We wish Eddie the very best in all of his endeavours.