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Posted February 16, 2014 China

Shanghai – The Bund

Observing the streets and buildings of Shanghai typifies how modernity and tradition exist side by side in urban China. A visit to the Bund perfectly encapsulates this juxtaposition: the west … Continue Reading Shanghai – The Bund

Posted February 6, 2014 Experiential Program

Lessons Learnt in Vietnam

1. When a scooter is riding towards you, keep walking At first sight, it seems like there are no road rules in Vietnam but, in fact, they are just very … Continue Reading Lessons Learnt in Vietnam

Posted February 6, 2014 Experiential Program

Microfinance in the field

My program consisted of three field trips to two different communities, Soc Son and Hoa Binh (which is Vietnamese for ‘peace’). Our workshops in Hanoi introduced us to the theories … Continue Reading Microfinance in the field

Posted February 6, 2014 Experiential Program

First impressions of Hanoi

Somehow, I have survived my first day in Hanoi. This city is so different to anything I’ve experienced before. Yes, I’d been warned about crossing the street, but nothing can … Continue Reading First impressions of Hanoi

Posted February 4, 2014 Experiential Program

Jambo from Kenya!

Wow, where do I even begin. We arrived in Kenya on the 9th of January after a long flight but it all went very smooth. First weekend was about getting … Continue Reading Jambo from Kenya!