Archive for the ‘Trip Recaps’ Category

Standing Strong: Haiti, Winter ‘10

Posted Feb 17 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez 4 Comments

Despite overwhelming desperation, there is still hope for Haiti…

Going Deeper: Kenya Fall 2009

Posted Jan 10 in Trip Recaps by Jessica Shewan No Comments

Spending four extra months as a World Next Door journalist in Kenya gave me a chance to be immersed in a passionate, bold and hope-filled community!

A Chance at Life: Panama, Fall 2009

Posted Jan 07 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez No Comments

Hiking through the jungle, climbing mountains… My trip to Panama was amazing. And what I learned there changed my perspective on the world.

At Our Doorstep: Haiti 2009

Posted Nov 26 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez No Comments

In a country wracked by poverty and generational injustice, we saw glimmers of an incredible hope…

Fighting the Odds: Indianapolis 2009

Posted Oct 22 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez 2 Comments

Although my time with Shepherd Community Center was short, I left extremely hopeful for the near-east side of Indianapolis…

Unexpected Joy : Kenya 2009

Posted Aug 22 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez 2 Comments

In the midst of poverty, hunger and disease in Kenya, the most unlikely and unexpected things are arising. Joy. Hope. Love. It was an unforgettable summer…

Hope in the Shadows: Ukraine 2009

Posted May 22 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez 1 Comment

Orphans, crazy driving and an intense Ukrainian sauna. Read this recap of my trip to Ukraine and see why I fell so much in love with the place!

The End of Caste: India 2008

Posted May 21 in Trip Recaps by Barry Rodriguez 1 Comment

Three months in beautiful South Asia. Check out this recap of my trip to India and click on the links inside to read the full articles!