Our students have returned from their travels this summer, but below are a few words about their experience:
July 11, 2011
Our intrepid teens from Open Meadow, Mt. Scott and Portland Youth Builders are currently experiencing the hot and muggy South as they help rebuild homes and communities devastated by Hurricane Katrina, hear stories from the local people of New Orleans (NOLA) and participate in a week-long teen leadership conference on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.
Here’s what the students have to say about their intercultural experience so far:
“It was unreal at first. I didn’t realize how different the people were going to be. I’m intrigued by them and can’t wait to get to know more!” –Mike
“…beautiful and melodic, the aged voice of the South spoke to me through more than just words. Culture and general southern sophistication…it was beautiful and haunting, shockingly familiar, assuring and peaceful. It was my first taste of the South, and I yearn for more.” –Austin
“At that moment I felt sadness in my heart, it made me think about all the people that have suffered from losing a loved one or even their properties that one day they had called home.”–Lucy
To hear more from our inspiring Changemakers, follow their journey on www.pangaeaproject.wordpress.com
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