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My New Malawian Friends – By Erin Joyce

March 17, 2020 by Carissa Rea 3 Comments

We are created the same, yet somehow by a unique set of circumstances, we survive differently. I met a culture of people born into poverty with unimaginable suffering in Malawi, Africa. They are brilliant and happy and kind and beautiful. Their resilience and ability to laugh drew me to them, and their suffering is what made me want to stay to give them the aid they need and deserve.

VIP gave me the opportunity to emerge myself in this population for a week. Although I was able to provide care to thousands of people, the return on my time was much more valuable. I learned how the Malawian people thrive despite their difficult circumstances. I also learned how to go home and live differently because of my new Malawian friends. 

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  1. Thessalonia Brown says

    February 24, 2022 at 7:53 pm

    Hello Erin
    My name is Thessalonia
    I would love to travel to Malawi with you!! Please contact me on your next visit!!
    Thank you 😊

    Reply
    • Aaron Shaver says

      March 8, 2022 at 1:44 pm

      Hi Thessalonia!
      Our next medical trip is scheduled for the summer! Check out /trip-information for more details.

      Reply
  2. Gift Anaclate Khonje says

    July 9, 2022 at 6:30 pm

    Hi
    My name is Gift Khonje, 34. I’m a Malawian. I would like to make friends with people out there.

    Please spread this message so that those interested should contact me.

    Reply

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