After a busy day at the health fair, we stopped in Petit Savanne where
the local school was hosting a drug-free rally. Several students,
teachers and parents walked from the elementary school to the health
center promoting a drug-free community. They carried catchy signs saying
'Do pot your brain will rot' and 'Leave the joints to the bones!' The
teachers led the crowd in chants during the entire walk. When we arrived at our destination,
several people spoke to the children on the consequences of drug use and
how to avoid going down that road. Even Dr. Abrons was asked to speak
out for the cause!
The rally was a great chance to connect with the people of Petit Savanne
on a closer level. The experience reminded me that we all face similar
problems, even if we are oceans apart. The rally was similar to the
D.A.R.E. program so many of us went through in school. I am glad to see the
children here have the same support!
I am so glad we were invited to this event. It really helped us submerge
ourselves in the local culture an connect with the community around us.
It gave us a better understanding of one of the social challenges that
Dominica faces and how they are working together to overcome it.
A big thanks goes out to the people of Dominica for being so welcoming during our stay here!
Bridget Sterling
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