Celebrating 20 Years
2024 was the year that marked the 20 years since A Little Gesture was created. It is hard to believe
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Day 7 – Celebrating Education
In this last day of trip, we spent the morning at the Escolinha Flor da Infância. Once again greeted with
Day 6 – The Joy of Santa Catarina Pre-School
Today was dedicated to the Santa Catarina School in Chongoene and the technical team from Xai-Xai and Chongoene. When we
Day 5 – The Last Step
After a (well-deserved) rest in the morning, the afternoon was dedicated to the group of young adults who are on
Day 4 – Through the Rural Communities
During these speedy visits, we don’t always find time to venture deep into the remote areas, into the rural communities
Day 3 – Return and Goodbye to S. Vicente de Paulo
On this third day of the journey, we returned to the School of S. Vicente de Paulo. In the morning,
Day 2 – A Day in Santa Luisa de Marilac
Every day in Mozambique is a special day. And if we think that each day cannot surpass the previous one,
Day 1 – Returning to Long Days in Mozambique
The day begins early. In fact, it starts the night before with our departure from Lisbon at 7:15 PM, not
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
Why the Gesture?
I found myself telling my story to a colleague this week yet again. 22 and a dreamer. Heading to Mozambique
Saying goodbye to Vóvó Etelvina
This Saturday, the day woke up sadder. The world lost a generous dedicated soul. We always know this day arrives
Still growing at 41 – A Birthday Wish
Today is my birthday. Some argue the 40s bring wisdom, I am still on the lookout for that. However, my
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)
Resilience – an unexpected story
I recently finished reading Resilience, an unexpected story of will power by Nicholas Orsini. I felt I was back to my romances, unable to put the book down!
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!