Safe Passage

I first caught wind of Safe Passage from my lovely cousin-in-law Brianna. Safe Passage is is an organization that brings hope to children who live and work in and around the Guatemala City dump. With a school on the periphery of the dump, Safe Passage provides the materials and uniforms necessary for the children to attend public school, supplies them with nutritious foods, and provides lessons to reinforce concepts learned in school as well as classes focused hygiene and respect. Most importantly, Safe Passage offers a "refuge" for these children where they can play in a safe environment. Brianna and Chris McCabe (I think this is the only serious photo they've ever taken) spent time volunteering in Antigua, Guatemala where they initially became involved with this incredible organization. Since then, Bri has done a tremendous job advocating and keeping the public (esp her blog followers) well-informed with the ongoings of Safe Passage.

Having spent the earlier part of my summer in Guatemala with similar populations as those that Safe Passage supports, I am particularly looking forward to the upcoming benefit concert featuring Marta Gomez. Marta will be performing at Wheelock College on December 1. Hope some of you can check it out or at least give the organization a look. !Cuidate!