Once again it just shows how protected and safe we are here in Perth. The photos that were shared from the recent floods in Timor L'Este, just show the devastation and hardship that the local people are going through.
Julio Barros from Entrega Ba (vocational training project that our club supports) has approached our club and asked for support.
The board has agreed to donate a sum of $5,000 US, this is to cover the purchase of food and necessities, that will be packed and distributed by ENTREGA BA staff, volunteers of youth organsiations and other locals. The items will be sourced in Dili. Entrega Ba has identified the shops that offer good prices as part of their help to the calamity as well.
The donated funds will directly benefit about 250 households and 1500 individuals because most family in Timor-Leste adopting extended family. Each family consists of six people minimum.
Entrega Ba will update us with reports that will include the following evidences in order to guarantee the accountability and transparency:
1. Beneficiary list
2. Receipts of the items purchased and related expenses.
3. Photos of the delivery.
4. Photos of packing packages
They are happy to keep you updated on the daily and weekly progress.
Also, ENTREGA BA Facebook page will be updated on a daily basis with photos and short information so you can access the progress of the donations. Also Julio's facebook page is showing a lot of images on how devastating the situation just is.
