Quakers sponsoring of Bolivian students

Learning the Life of the Spirit

 

While frosty spring winds kiss the crocuses in much of the North, let us whisk you away for a moment to warm, mild Cochabamba to meet Gaby Chambi Perca, Friendly Farmer in training.

Gaby just started her ninth semester in Agronomy and Animal Husbandry at the University of San Simón, thanks to a BQEF sponsorship by a US family.

International Lecturers:

Last semester, Gaby’s section had a workshop on calf management. A lecturer from Argentina taught about life in the calf’s early days, and particularly the importance of colostrum for the calf. Gaby also had a practicum on Santa Maria Farm.

Model Farm Organics:

Her studies have also included a visit to the model organic farm in Pairumani, where she learned about the machinery and implements used, and about the farm's strict organic standards which require, for example, that they not use seeds from foreign markets.

Vibrant School and Church Communities; Visits Home:

Gaby shared other highlights about her residence life, church, and visits home:

"In the School of Agriculture Residence Hall where I live, we shared a barbeque to celebrate Students' Day. In my church, "Life for All"...recently we had a retreat for young people...(read more)

Imagine Getting to Know a Bolivian Friend:

55 energetic, dedicated young Quakers have scholarships to university and technical schools this year. That's 55 Bolivian Friends who are gaining the skills and confidence needed to assume leadership roles in a vibrant, emerging nation. 25 of these were awarded on faith and are in need of sponsorship.

Would you or your family or meeting enjoy getting to know Bolivian Quakers better? Sponsorship is a wonderful opportunity to do just that. Students write their sponsors several times a year, with photos and stories about their studies, families, churches and community.

To find out how you can help nurture and celebrate the spirit of young Bolivian Friends like Gaby while developing a special friendship, visit our scholarships and sponsorships page.

"An investment in Bolivian Quaker young people brings a whole lot of value for a small amount of money", as one of our supporters says.

Click here to donate online via Network for Good

or send checks to:
Bolivian Quaker Education Fund, Inc.
65 Spring St.
Fredonia, NY 14063-2128

Please contact us if you would like to donate stock, at office@bqef.org

May Love and Light fill your life and labors,

Jens, Barbara, Vickey, and all of us here at Bolivian Quaker Education Fund