Path of Paper reycles paper into empowerment!

Path of Paper began in 2007 when Kathryn O'Grady joined the Peace Corps, after graduating from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. As a Peace Corps volunteer Kathryn was stationed in the dusty town of Iganga, in the eastern African country Uganda. While there Kathryn worked with a great non-governmental organization and was introduced to the Gemakumyino Women's Group. It was love at first sight! The women involved in the Gemakumyino Women's Group are hardworking, artistic and were waiting for the opportunity to use their abilities to improve their lives and the lives of their families. Hence, POP was born.
Path of Paper uses recycled paper to create beautiful jewelry, purses, bowls, bracelets etc. These products transform waste into empowerment and income for the lives of women in Iganga, Uganda.
When you buy from POP, you are not only are you buying a beautiful quality item, but you are supporting real women with real needs.
Thanks to our board of directors, UAOWF, and the vast network of women and men worldwide who have helped make this a reality.

Sunday, October 16, 2011

To do lists!

Here are all the things I need to do before getting on the plane to Uganda:
1. Meet again w/ Rick to discuss travel plans
2. Email Peter and find a cheap laptop to bring for him ( ....)
3. Find out which shots I need to update..and get 'em!
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/uganda.htm
4. Meet with Momma O and compose a list of what needs to be communicated while I'm in Iganga
5. Send emails and make phone calls to my Ugandan friends to let them know when and for how long I'll be coming
6. Send a mass email to friends/family telling them about my trip and requesting that in lieu of birthday presents, they help to pay my airfare!
7. Find old GRE scores, decide if I want to retake them, and take steps towards that and looking into what school in NY have non profit management programs that are interesting to me.
8. pack
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