Oi from Brasil
Well, so far the experience in Brasil has been good. I arrived on Monday morning without much sleep as I flew all night, so it has taken a while to adjust. The first week went very fast. I was trying to absorb many things, and trying to get an idea of where GYAN is at right now in terms of what are the main focuses are etc. I attended many meetings with the staff as well as with the other organization that shares the office with GYAN. They are called Aracati, and they are very active here in Brasil.
I have met many interesting people at events i have attended outside of the office. People who work with other Indigenous organizations has been a highlight and I hope to go visit some of these communities.
As far as the progress in work is concerned, I have spent alot of time researching the various Latin American and Caribbean country sites. It appears that this region needs to be jump started (kinda of what Huss if facing). I believe that once the translated website is available, it will be alot easier to promote it. So I am in the process of writing an overview document.
I feel like things are still new and I am trying to focus on the task at hand without getting too overwhelmed, but I am happy about the months ahead and looking forward to see the progress that can be made!
Best Regards to Everyone!
p.s. sorry this is late, i was in a meeting all day friday so i could not post it.
