This is just the beginning
I have been in Rwanda for a little over two weeks. It is hard to imagine that much time has gone. I have only learned a few words of Kinyarwanda but hope that I will begin to better pick up the language. For those that don’t know I work for an organization called Moucecore which was founded 17 years ago by an Anglican Bishop, with the goal of bringing about spiritual and social transformation. Rwanda after having experienced genocide in 1994 needs transformation. They are in need of and desiring to turn a new leaf and become a nation united as one people.
My day-to-day work as I reflect back is often a random combination of tasks and thoughts put together to help the organization complete their mission. My official title is Director of Information and Program Development. That said I often start my day reading the news, checking Facebook, Twitter, and email. If you are thinking this isn’t very different from your day you are right.
It is funny how much my day resembles a typical day in the office for most people working in the west. I have slower internet, less time conscious co-workers, and I get to wear Chaco’s but all in all I am often thinking about projects ideas, reading about development work around the world, and brainstorming ways we can develop projects, grow funding and further extend the impact of Moucecore in Rwanda.
For those who want to know how I am doing as a person, more than what the organization is and what I spend my workdays doing, I am doing well. It is a unique place to settle in to. Kigali is not dangerous, disorganized or unwelcoming in fact quite the opposite. The people are very friendly. It has been a wonderful time to begin my journey as a development worker. As of today I officially have a local bank account and will have driven some new expats to enjoy a pizza. This is becoming my home for at least the next several months. I hope all is well at home and in the lives of those reading this. It is a good time in life, with many more stories to come.
