Charities We Like

Q1 2009

We were really impressed by all four charities we saw present at the excellent YTFN (www.thefundingnetwork.org.uk/tfn_youth.php) event John and I attended at The Hub in Islington on March 4th.

Soko Kenya www.soko-kenya.com/ really struck a chord with me, providing as it does a creative, community driven solution to the severe increase in poverty that has afflicted Kenya, and particularly  this tourism dependent region of Ukunda, since 2007. The project seeks to harness the increasing global commitment to fair trade/ethical fashion, by producing stylish garments whilst guaranteeing workers a reasonable wage, humane working conditions (including a creche facility) and training opportunities. Soko Kenya is a grass root organisation that is making real strides.  A more detailed proposal concerning their immediate plans/needs can be found on their website.

Children of Addicted Parents www.coap.co.uk/

The Choir With No Name www.choirwithnoname.org/

Vano Vano Tamba (no website as yet)  bringing some joy and respite to the children of Zimbabwe through dance

Marcus Fairhurst - March 2009