Meeting the team

Co-leaders Richard and Joan pulled in our team of volunteer travellers yesterday for an initial orientation session. We received 4 hours of non-stop information on everything from what to pack to the logistics of a distribution site.

Turns out I am one of two first-timers on the Bangladesh trip. Richard and Joan are experienced hands, having been involved with Sleeping Children for more than 20 years, and having travelled on at least that many bedkit distribution missions (although this is their first trip to Bangladesh). Maxene and Doug M both have one trip under their belts. Marg and I are the rookies.

Forms were passed out for obtaining a police check (mandatory), physician's approval, and a travel visa from the Bangladesh High Commission in Ottawa. We also sign a legal release form absolving Sleeping Children from liability.

Looks like a great team, and our leaders are clearly equipped to handle whatever comes our way. Here's a picture.


L-R: Joan, Marg, Richard, Me, and Maxene (Doug M unable to attend).