LRPI clubs meet weekly throughout the semester to learn about various topics, ranging from HIV education to small business basics. Most recently, the clubs at Jack Moffat and SICA in Mufalira, Zambia engaged in lessons on community service and the importance of giving back to the community around them. These lessons, led by their teacher Martinz, inspired the students to band together and give back to the community. Students from both schools brainstormed throughout the semester and came up with the idea to take a trip to an elderly home in Chibolya, just outside of Mufulira. Before the visit, club members coordinated the collection of sugar, almost 100 tablets of bathing soap, washing soap, meal and relish. At the home, students presented the collection to the group of elders in the home. Students and club leaders also took the time to sit and talk with some of the elderly. It was enriching experience to not only the home members, but also to the students themselves. Martinz recalls, "It was a blessing that Chibolya [elders] were very happy to be given the donation of sorted items by the club members of the side schools." These students and teachers are a testament to the strength and hope that comes from everyone coming together to build better individuals and a better community. We are proud to have them all as a part of LRPI. They inspire us all. Students share supplies and smiles with an elderly woman in Chibolya.
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