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October 28, 2025 Make Space for Growth

It’s a Wrap: Mozambique Trip Reflections on Energy, Hope and Connection

It felt like months since I returned from Mozambique, though it was only last week. This trip rekindled my belief in the power of one, the strength of hope, and the energy that comes from connection.

When Goodbye Starts to Feel Close
October 17, 2025 Make Space for Growth

Day 7 – Heart Getting Tight

It’s not goodbye yet, but I can already feel it. The days before leaving are filled with connection, gratitude, and the weight of doing more.

The Power of Patience
October 16, 2025 Make Space for Growth

Day 6 – The Skill of Patience

Day 6 of my journey brings a simple but essential reminder — that patience is not passive. In development work, change takes time, and impact takes trust. This is what it looks like to wait with purpose.

Build lasting impact
October 13, 2025 Make Space for Growth

Day 3 – Analysing the Past to Build Lasting Impact

Today we went back to two of our oldest projects in Mozambique. Revisiting our roots reminded us that progress begins with reflection. By analysing the past, we found new ways to strengthen our schools, our partnerships, and the lasting impact we want to create for every child.

July 10, 2023 Make Space for Growth

Reflecting on 9 days in Mozambique

As we ride back to Maputo, my heart no longer sinks in tears. When I left 19 years ago, after

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December 15, 2022 Make Space for Growth

Why the Gesture?

I found myself telling my story to a colleague this week yet again. 22 and a dreamer. Heading to Mozambique

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August 24, 2022 Make Space for Growth

The Power of One

I guess I have often been a believer in the power of one. And last week I found myself listening

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Fundraising for Education
July 18, 2019 Make Space for Growth

Celebrating my 38th for Education

We created After School Studies where children can get extra time and support with their work. A place where we can help each of them break out of poverty through education (and care)

ALG Quiz Night - Charity Fundraising
March 26, 2019 Make Space for Growth

Fundraising with Friends – a Quiz Night

As we close on our ALG Quiz Night I gather some tips on how to run a successfull fundraising event, attract more attendees, raise more funds!

December 26, 2018 Make Space for Growth

A look-through 2018 @ ALG

On Xmas Day, I shared my look-through 2018 at A Little Gesture, in a moment of reflection and gratitude.

November 11, 2018 Make Space for Growth

A day at the park with ALG

A few Sundays ago, we had a different Sunday morning by welcoming Team AlG at the Royal Parks Half Marathon

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