The beginning of the end

It is hard to believe that my remaining days in Ghana are rapidly winding down. Where has the time gone?!?! I have been so busy working on my research reports, hosting meetings to secure the partnership between GlobeMed and the H.O.P.E. Center, finalizing outreach programs, traveling, meeting new people, and creating memories to last a lifetime. Every day has brought something new that makes it harder and harder to want to leave this amazing place.

Yesterday at the Center, we had a “thank you for a great summer” party with the staff. It was such a neat time to reflect upon our time here and all that we’ve been able to accomplish. As a Bob Marley song came on the playlist (reggae is huge around here), everyone simultaneously broke out into song: “Don’t worry about a thing. Every little thing gonna be alright.”

I think that this song pretty much describes the average Ghanaian’s mentality. Never have I met people who have such a carefree, positive attitude about life. Personal relationships are held at the utmost importance; and the values of hard work, honesty, and integrity are the noblest qualities one can have. It has been such a joy to come to the Center everyday and get to know some pretty incredible people.

My time in Ghana has convinced me that our partnership between the H.O.P.E. Center and GlobeMed will continue to strengthen as we start looking into the upcoming academic year. I am so excited to make this relationship more tangible to our members as we advance communication avenues with our colleagues at the Center. Great things have already happened here, and more are looming on the horizon!