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Ollie’s Volunteering Diary: Exploring Agriculture Projects
August 2023

In summer 2023, Ollie Passingham spent time volunteering with the Nasio Trust in Kenya. In our “Ollie’s Volunteering Diary” series he shares key parts of his experience. Read more below:

I had the opportunity to explore Nasio Trust’s impactful agriculture projects.

This includes, a fish farm providing food and income, beehives promoting ecological balance and honey production, that tastes amazing!

Also, sustainable farming techniques empowering local farmers. The organization’s dedication to sustainable community development left a lasting impression on me, as they work tirelessly to uplift lives and create positive change in the region.

This story is listed in: Volunteer Stories

Saidi Makokha (aged 9 – supported by Nasio)
"I had no hope of being educated but now have the chance to access education, food, clothing and medication. I will work hard and dream to become a builder, to construct homes for people who don’t have shelter."
Saidi Makokha (aged 9 – supported by Nasio)

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