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Since taking up the reins as Executive Officer of MWIA I have not ceased giving thanks for the wonderful work done by Janet Palafox and her assistant Caitlin Leahy. Policies, procedures, administrative structures and communications systems are in place and functioning most effectively. This has enabled me to immediately immerse myself in the variety and diversity of the projects funded by MWIA and make contact with many supporters and volunteers.

The generosity of our supporters, the interest and enthusiasm generated by our schools and the increasing number of volunteers working in projects around the world is exciting and inspirational. Thank you for your interest in the work of Mary Ward International Australia and for your generosity. Reflecting on the progress of the global Millennium Development Goals we are enormously grateful for your on-going support which enables the Loreto Sisters and their colleagues to put in place programmes which can transform the lives of poor and oppressed people and give them hope for the future. Libby Rogerson ibvm

In this edition read about:

- Sustainable garden project Dharan Nepal.

- Volunteer stories

- Projects in Australia, East Timor and Vietnam made possible thanks to the generosity of new major donor, The Flatley Foundation.

- Projects in Zambia made possible due to large donation by Melbourne family.

- The story of one young woman who was inspired to made a big difference when she returned from visiting the Loreto Sisters in Darjeeling India. 

Read the MWIA June 2010 update here