Dear all,
From 12 to 19 September I will be joining the organization "Because We Carry" in the refugee camp in Lesvos, in order to do my (little) bit to help the people arriving in these camps.
The situation in the camp is harrowing; there is a shortage of food, water, tents & sanitary facilities, and the camp is bursting at the seams. In addition, there is currently an unprecedented heat at the island, making life unbearable.
The refugees in Greece are ordinary people, people like you and me. People fleeing war, oppression, violence and fear. People whose cradle was in the wrong country and who need help to have a shot in life.
However, a set of hands and a smile, even with the best intentions, are not enough. Funds are required to provide for the so desperately-needed basic needs. That´s why I am asking for your help.
The costs of the flight and accommodation are at my own expense, so all money raised will go straight to its purpose: helping those arriving on feeble boats on the shore, by handing out dry clothes, deliver baby carriers for the long journey ahead, and supply the often-exhausted people with food. "Because We Carry" (BWC) is doing great work!
I would really appreciate if you would support me/BWC, and thereby the refugees in the camps on Lesvos.
Less talk, more action!
Thanks! 😘
Jiska
https://www.becausewecarry.org
Updates (1)
20-10-2021 16:30
Dear friends, family and anonymous donors (I really don´t know who you are but thank you so much for contributing),
Our "Because-we-carry team" (of 5 dutchies) raised almost €10,000 to provide for food and other supplies to the current 4,000 people living in the camp in Lesvos.
Every euro has gone to the refugee camp, as well as the care, strength and positive vibes that have been shared with me!
The recent improvements (such as paving) in the camp are a start to making living conditions more bearable, but so much more is still needed. People have shown though to be unbelievably resilient. A little care and love go a long way!
It has been an incredible time in the camp and I am very grateful for all of you that have contributed.
Thank you. ❣️
X Jiska
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