Every distribution day is unique. A different location with new recipients, new adventures, and new stories. However, what remains constant, is the tried and true "method of delivery". If it ain't broke...!
Upon arrival at the distribution site, we first take some time to meet, and to mingle with, the families of the bedkit recipients.
Then it's on to the business at hand. Our local SCAW partners have always beaten us to the delivery site. They unload the bedkits and mattresses and start to set up the stations. Children are then ushered into change rooms where they receive their first, of two, new outfits.
The children then proceed, with both hesitation and excitement, to the photo station. Yes, it can all be a little overwhelming for everybody involved, whether you're 6 or 60!
However, when greeted by someone as happy and as warm as John, how can one not feel more relaxed?!
Photos are taken...
Then the children are reunited with their belongings and sent on to the check-in station.
A quick swipe with a Sharpie (colour choice is one of the perks of working at this station!) confirms that the child is ready to move on.
Backpacks first (different colours indicate sizing of school uniforms inside)...
Mattresses next...
"Mom? Dad? I'm ready!"
Repeat. 780 times a day.
Nope, it never gets old.
Irene S.for
Team Tanzania 2019
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