A decades-long tradition of giving
When Darlene and Mark Johnson began their lives together as a young couple, one of their first acts was to reflect on the values they held in common, and to take purposeful steps to put their values in action. This included beginning a tradition of giving. More than 46 years later, Mark and Darlene continue…
Read MoreLois Fenna
Inspired by her volunteer experience In Zambia Lois returned to Africa three times where she worked with the African Canadian Continuing Education Society (ACCES), an organization that supports Kenyan children and young people to obtain an education. Back home in Canada, she spent the last 25 years of her life in Cowichan Valley, B.C.,…
Read MoreMarie Small Face-Marule
Marie Small Face-Marule was one of the first Indigenous women to volunteer with Cuso International. Upon her return she became the President of the Red Crow Community College, helped create the World Council of Indigenous Peoples and was the Executive Director of the National Indian Brotherhood. She was a recipient of a National Aboriginal Achievement…
Read MoreDavid Beer
David’s experiences in southern Africa in the 60s and 70s, both as a Cuso International volunteer and staff, helped to shape Canada’s response to the oppressive tactics being used by apartheid leaders. “As volunteers and staff, we knew what was really happening. We saw the effects of the bombings and attacks to suppress political movements,”…
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